Kate Merker, Country Living

Kate Merker

Country Living

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  • Unknown
Past:
  • Country Living
  • Good Housekeeping

Past articles by Kate:

Rosemary-Lemon Bundt Cake with Candied Rosemary Recipe

The piney flavor of rosemary gives surprising depth to this lemony cake. → Read More

Best Butternut Squash Pie Recipe

Butternut is arguably better than pumpkin for pie making. This recipe pairs the squash's sweet, nutty flavor with fall spices and is topped with a meringue. → Read More

Best Blackberry and Pear Pie Recipe

This delicious pie is best in the late summer, when both fruits are super ripe. → Read More

Broccoli Steaks with Spiced Tomato Jam Recipe

Sliced thick and seared in a pan, broccoli makes a hearty and toothsome main dish. → Read More

Pan-Seared Gnocchi with Parmesan-Roasted Summer Squash and Herbs

Instead of boiling gnocchi like pasta, a quick turn in a hot skillet gives them a slight char and a delightful crunchy-chewy texture. → Read More

Lemon-Herb Cheese Bites Recipe

These mini herbed cheese bites are easy to put together and make great cocktail hors d'oeuvres and brunch appetizers. → Read More

Vanilla Cupcakes with Buttercream Recipe

This Mother's day, don't just buy mom a dozen roses. Bake her a dozen of these gorgeous rose-shaped vanilla cupcakes topped with pink and red buttercream. → Read More

Salmon Rillettes Recipe

Rillettes are one of those impossibly tasty cracker toppings. Here, cooked salmon soaks in wine and crème fraîche for a treat that's sure to disappear fast. → Read More

Strawberry Scones with Amaretto Glaze Recipe

These breakfast pastries, covered in sweet glaze and filled with fresh strawberry are elegant enough for a brunch buffet, and easy enough for a weekend treat. → Read More

Spicy Michelada

A Michelada is a great cocktail when you want the spice and flavor of a Bloody Mary, but not quite as stiff. Tabasco and chili-lime powder offer quite a kick. → Read More

Everything Bagel Dip Recipe

This simple dish has it all: It's a snap to make, it's incredibly delicious, and you're sure to have friends and family asking for the recipe. → Read More

Mini Chicken Tacos Recipe

Grab-and-go street-style tacos are an ever-popular party food. Use rotisserie chicken and ready-made enchilada sauce to make this delicious dish super fast. → Read More

Beef and Raisin Empanadas Recipe

Empanadas are popular all over the world, and for good reason: They're incredibly yummy! Make this savory finger food for your next party or gathering. → Read More

Pimiento Cheese Deviled Eggs Recipe

This year, give your gathering a bit of Southern flair by combining this classic spring party food with another classic Southern party food: Pimiento cheese. → Read More

The 85 Best Cookie Recipes To Bake And Share All Year

We rounded up the best cookie recipes of all time, from snickerdoodles to chocolate chip cookies and all types of cookies in between. Let’s get baking! → Read More

How to Crimp Pie Crust to Make Bakery-Worthy Pies

Learn how to crimp pie crust and master pie crimping techniques to turn out elegant pies for Thanksgiving Dessert or to serve after an easy weeknight meal. → Read More

The 25 Best Rosh Hashanah Recipes For Celebrating the New Year

Use our best Rosh Hashanah recipes to make the ultimate Rosh Hashanah menu, complete with mains, sides and dessert, like roast chicken, brisket and apple cake. → Read More

Best Blueberry Whoopie Pies

These berry-filled whoopie pies make for serve-them-all-summer sweets. → Read More

15 Best Lawn Games to Buy in 2020

From cornhole and bocce to Spikeball and Kan Jam, these outdoor games will bring out a competitive streak with family and friends — just be sure to pick your teammates wisely (and don't forget to be a good sport!) → Read More

Best Bistro-Style French Fries

These crispy fries are the perfect side to burgers, sandwiches, and more. Your family will love these homemade fries. → Read More