Chef Belinda
Introducing Chef Belinda
Join Chef Belinda Smith-Sullivan in her kitchen as she shares demonstrations for mastering cooking techniques. Smith-Sullivan is a chef and food writer who holds a culinary degree from Johnson & Wales University.
Feeding a crowd? No sweat.
These recipes can be made ahead, require little effort and are guaranteed to minimize the stress of entertaining.
Feb 1, 2026
Turn your kitchen into your favorite diner with these comfort food recipes
Blue plate specials conjure up memories of diner-style comfort food at its best. Easy, yummy and affordable—and at the heart of it all was a big helping of mashed potatoes cooked and seasoned to perfection.
Jan 1, 2026
Santa-approved cookies worth taste-testing yourself—just to be sure
Sweet-filled kolachkes. Molasses spice. Lemon glazed Earl Grey. Chocolate chip shortbread. If these cookie names have your mouth watering already, read on for the best holiday cookie recipes.
Dec 1, 2025
Festive holiday appetizers to impress your guests
These appetizers keep the conversation flowing and your guests happy while you put the finishing touches on the main meal.
Nov 1, 2025
Help! I need simple food
You deserve easier, don’tcha think? We’ve got some five-ingredient meals to ease the strain for parents who are in the back-at-school grind.
Oct 1, 2025
Flatbread pizzas are a perfect treat for halftime—or any time!
No need to fuss with pizza dough to whip up these pizza recipes from scratch. And for more fun, you provide the toppings and let everyone customize their own pizza.
Sep 1, 2025
Keep cooler in the kitchen with light summer seafood meals
Summer is for spending time outdoors doing fun things—and not toiling over a hot stove. Let these quick and easy recipes help you take advantage of the many joys of summer.
Aug 1, 2025
Fresh fruit season outdoors means it’s pie season in the kitchen
Peaches, berries, citrus—you name the fruit, and it’s probably being sold at farmers markets and supermarkets everywhere around you this time of year. You might even have some growing in your home garden.
Jul 1, 2025
Get grillin’ with great new summertime recipes
It’s time to start thinking outside the house—summer’s all about outdoor fun and relaxation! Fire up the grill and just wait until the neighbors come wandering over for a taste.
Jun 1, 2025
Cook up sweet recipes for old favorite sweet potatoes
Sweet potatoes are not just for fries anymore. Branch out and start experimenting with this naturally sweet and delicious vegetable. Besides being packed with fiber, antioxidants and vitamin A, sweet potatoes are just plain good!
May 1, 2025
Try new spins on Easter dinner recipes
Family holidays often are steeped in traditions we look forward to year after year. But this could be your year to forge a new tradition by trying these fresh takes on Easter-inspired recipes.
Apr 1, 2025
Think of the pastabilities! Fill up on vegetarian pasta dishes
Take advantage of one of the most versatile ingredients in your pantry—perfect for veggie-forward meals that cook up in a hurry.
Mar 1, 2025
Simple bread recipes for when there’s no need to knead
Follow Chef Belinda Smith-Sullivan’s recipes and tips to easily up your bread game without working up a sweat.
Feb 1, 2025
Seek cold-weather comfort with warming soup-and-sandwich combos
These easy and delicious recipes will help get you through the coldest time of year.
Jan 1, 2025
An impressive make-ahead feast for the holidays
Much easier than it appears, this meal will impress and quench the appetite of any crowd—and it all can be made or prepped a day ahead, leaving you more time to relax and enjoy your special guests.
Dec 1, 2024
Holiday apple desserts
Apples were the fruit the pilgrims brought to America and have been a mainstay ever since, especially in our holiday desserts. Try these a-peel-ing recipes for your next celebratory gathering.
Nov 1, 2024
Fair foods you can make at home
Step right up! Fill your kitchen with the sweet and smoky smells of fair food this fall.
Sep 1, 2024
Make the most of peach season
Take the time now to enjoy fresh, tree-ripened peaches while these summer treats last, with a sweet roundup of desserts from Chef Belinda.
Aug 1, 2024
Beat the heat with summer salads
A complete meal in a salad? Dinner doesn’t get any easier than this. Enjoy Chef Belinda’s recipes and custom vinaigrette dressings to top them off.
Jul 1, 2024
Ice cream surprises
Grab a spoon and dig into delicious dessert recipes that take everyone’s favorite summer treat to a whole new level.
Jun 1, 2024
