The Sunday Thymes

It's Sunday and that means it's time for a NEW Sunday Thymes! Today, we are sharing what's new on the blog, some fun finds, and what we've been up to! Please leave a comment if you have any questions or just want to say hi, we love hearing from you.

A Cuisinart slow cooker filled with pot roast—tender beef, carrots, onions, celery, and tomatoes simmer in rich broth. Perfect for a cozy night with The Sunday Thymes on your lap and comfort food on your table.

Happy New Year!

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What's Happening

It's been a couple of weeks. I needed a couple of weeks to reset and plan for the new year.

Thank you to everyone who filled out the survey! I really appreciate the feedback! The winner of the Amazon gift card was Sara T. I sent her the gift card last week.

There were a couple of eye-opening/interesting results! Most of you, while not surprising, are coming to the site to find Mediterranean recipes or Jewish recipes. I will continue down that path for the coming year and I am already planning content that you have noted you are looking for-namely, chicken recipes, quick dinners, one-pot meals, seasonal salads, and appetizers. You asked for other recipes as well and I will include those throughout the year.

You are looking for ingredient and technique guides. I hope to implement them as weekly meal plans, monthly challenges, e-books, pantry guides, and an Amazon storefront over time. If you have other suggestions that you would love to see I am always open to suggestions.

Our holidays were spent fairly low-key. We spent some time with family and our son who lives overseas came home on the 27th. We are enjoying our time with him for the next three weeks.

One of our dogs, Walt, came down with pneumonia and it's been a challenge. He spent the new year in the hospital and we are nebulizing him and trying to keep him comfortable.

I'm headed out to LA for a food blogging conference next weekend. I won't be able to get this email out to you on Sunday so I am apologizing in advance if you don't receive The Sunday Thymes next week!

A close-up of a fluffy black and white dog with soulful brown eyes, lying on a gray surface. The dog's fur is slightly tousled, while a metal chair leg and a copy of The Sunday Thymes are visible in the background.

Links And Products I Am Loving

Here are the baby names predicted for 2026. Cosmos anyone???
Walt, our dog, loves to dumpster dive into our trash cans. I am looking for ones with lids that are also good-looking. While this trash can is big and pink, I am going to try and find it in a color that matches our home.
Are you a Poppi drinker? I prefer Zevia, but the price on these cans is tempting.
Is it rude to do an Irish exit? I know my Mom taught me better but there have been times....
Look at this cute Stanley cup for Valentines day!
Hubby got a new laptop this past month. Did you know that you can trade in your electronics for a Costco gift card?
The most common etiquette mistakes. I have a relative who loves to bring food and then take the extras home when they leave. How about you?
Chef pet peeves or kitchen habits to avoid in 2026!

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Recipes

This year brought many surprises with the recipes you were using and loving. I have included the top 10 recipes that were viewed on the website in 2025 below.

I have also included a new recipe for Garlic Confit. This is an easy recipe that can be used as an appetizer or you can use the garlic in pastas and sauces and the garlic oil on salads or on vegetables. It is a staple ingredient I like to have on hand to build flavor.

Garlic Confit With Thyme and Rosemary

Garlic confit is gently baked in olive oil with fresh rosemary and thyme, transforming raw garlic into something soft, rich, and aromatic. Both the tender cloves and the infused oil are incredibly versatile and easy to use throughout the week. A Mediterranean-inspired staple worth keeping on hand.

Garlic Confit

Here are the top viewed recipes of 2025!

Baked Spinach, Cheese, and Egg Casserole Recipe

Elevate your breakfast or brunch with our irresistible Baked Spinach, Cheese, and Egg Casserole Recipe. This hearty dish is a delightful way to begin your day, loaded with nutritious spinach, melty cheese, and baked eggs. Whether you are hosting a brunch or enjoying a leisurely morning at home, this casserole promises a flavorful and satisfying start to any day.

Egg Casserole

Easy Almond Macaroon Cookie Recipe (GF)

This Easy Almond Macaroon Cookie Recipe is a delicious foolproof treat bursting with the rich, nutty flavor of almonds and boasts a chewy texture that will leave you craving more. With just four simple ingredients and easy-to-follow steps, you'll be indulging in homemade almond bliss in no time!

Almond Macaroon Cookies

Easy Oven Baked Boneless Beef Ribs

These Boneless Beef Ribs are slow-cooked in the oven until tender and coated in a sweet and savory barbecue-style sauce that's full of flavor.

Barbecued Beef Ribs

Using a pair of tongs to hold one piece of the boneless beef ribs.

Berry Trifle (Easy Gluten-Free Dessert)

Bright and fresh, this gluten-free triple berry trifle is a deliciously, summery dessert! Made with layers of gluten-free pound cake, thick vanilla pudding, fluffy whipped cream, and sweetened berries this pound cake has a burst of flavor in each bite.

Triple Berry Trifle

A gluten-free patriotic trifle recipe with mixed berries, pound cake, pudding, and whipped cream.

Refreshing Chickpea Cucumber Feta Salad

This Chickpea Cucumber Feta Salad is light, fresh, and packed with Mediterranean flavor. Made with crisp cucumbers, creamy feta, and a zesty lemon-garlic dressing, it's perfect for a quick lunch, easy side dish, or make-ahead meal. Naturally gluten-free and ready in minutes!

Chickpea Cucumber Salad

Chickpea Cucumber Feta Salad in a white bowl.

Haystacks Candy (GF)

Only three ingredients to make this no-bake dessert. Haystacks Candy, or chocolate chow mein noodle cookies, are a sweet, deliciously crunchy blend of chocolate and butterscotch flavors to create the perfect bite-size treat.

Chocolate Chow Mein Cookies

Chocolate Chow Mein Noodle Cookies on a white plate

Easy And Healthy Vegetable Kugel

This vegetable kugel is a lighter take on the classic potato kugel, made with potatoes, sweet potatoes, carrots, zucchini, and onions. Baked until golden and crisp, it's both sweet and savory, perfect as a side dish for holidays, Passover, or everyday meals.

Vegetable Kugel

Truffle Sauce With Brown Butter for Steak and Pasta

This Truffle Sauce with brown butter is rich, silky, and ready in just 10 minutes. Made with a handful of ingredients, it adds a restaurant-style finish to steak, potatoes, and more.

Truffle Sauce For Steak

Truffle steak sauce in a black bowl with a spoon dripping the sauce.

Mediterranean Roasted Chickpeas

Crispy, savory, and full of Mediterranean flavor, these roasted chickpeas are tossed with olive oil, thyme, rosemary, and garlic. They're a simple, gluten-free snack or salad topper-with oven and air fryer instructions for easy prep.

Roasted Chickpeas

Greek Yogurt Bark

This Greek Yogurt Bark is a quick and easy snack made with creamy vanilla yogurt, fresh berries, and crunchy granola. It's perfect for breakfast, a healthy dessert, or an afternoon treat. Customize it with your favorite fruits or nuts for a delicious, freezer-friendly recipe everyone will love!

Greek Yogurt Bark