Here’s an idea we can rally behind: When life gives you zucchini, make a decadent chocolate cake. Anyone who grows vegetables knows that this popular squash can be quite prolific during the late ...

1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter at room temperature, or 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus 1 pat butter or 1 teaspoon olive oil for greasing pan 2 cups all-purpose flour 1/2 cup unsweetened ...

On your mark, get set, go: Make any of these superfast sweets in half an hour or less and prepare to finish with a round of applause. 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In a large bowl, stir together ...

Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... Editor’s note: This is part of The Know’s series, Staff Favorites. Each week, we offer our opinions on the best that Colorado has to offer for dining, ...

What’s the magic behind this tasty, gluten-free treat? Ground cayenne! Chocolate and cayenne make a great pairing and with zucchini in abundance this season, the three make a delightful, slightly ...

Take a specific recipe, and a whole lot of cooks will agree that it’s just great, a must-fix family favorite, and they will even willingly share the how-to. Take that same exact original recipe, and ...

Chocolate has a way of bringing people together whether it’s in the form of a simple brownie or an indulgent cake. Its rich ...

In our "What People Are Cooking" column, see how our recipes turned out in other cooks' kitchens. Every week we choose a recipe that several food bloggers made and feature it here with photos and ...

Why is Christian Science in our name? Our name is about honesty. The Monitor is owned by The First Church of Christ, Scientist, and we’ve always been transparent about that. The church publishes the ...

When zucchini comes out of your ears, it’s time to double down with Chocolate Zucchini Cake. The sprinkle of chocolate chips replaces icing. I’ve had success using gluten-free flour. It will be ...