Kristine Hansen

Experience

A former editor of a regional home and garden magazine, where she edited the entertaining section, Kristine writes for national travel, design and food outlets about culinary trends. Her book on Wisconsin cheese serves as a love letter to her adopted state of Wisconsin and she loves to travel in search of regional cultural foods.

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Articles & Recipes

5 Mistakes Everyone Makes When Making Candy From Scratch

Who doesn't love a batch of homemade fudge? While it does take some finessing to get right, don't let potential candy-making mistakes stand in your way of delicious treats. We'll walk you through the most common errors and tell you how to fix them.

9 Smart Ways to Save on Herbs and Spices

Herbs and spices can be pretty pricey! Learn how to get the best deals at the grocery store, plus make the most out of these ingredients in your cooking.

44 Easy Potluck Desserts for Fall

Ingredients like apple, cranberry and pumpkin are the best for baking in autumn's crisp, cool weather! These are the absolute best fall potluck desserts.