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 ...

In "Bibi's Gulf Coast Kitchen," columnist Bibi Hutchings takes you on a culinary journey across the coastal south. Come for the great food writing, stay for the delicious recipes. When my nieces were ...

In this video, we’ll show you how to make a soft, light sponge cake topped with rich caramel icing — inspired by a classic ...

Looking for a free mini puzzle? Play the USA TODAY Quick Cross now. 1 cup plus 3 tablespoons cane sugar2 large eggs at room temperature2 tablespoons loose black tea of choice1 cup buttermilk, Greek or ...

Endlessly adaptable, tea cakes have long offered bakers across the country a moment of restoration. By Korsha Wilson The tea cake rarely gets its flowers. It’s not flashy or trendy. It doesn’t stand ...

Biting into a bakery cake always feels like a treat, but making one at home can be surprisingly rewarding. The fresh flavors, the cozy smell filling the kitchen, and the pride of creating it yourself ...

Every day in December through Christmas, we’re sharing a cookie recipe. Forget the 12 Days of Christmas—these are the 25 Days of Cookies. Can you believe it? We're in the final 5 days of our cookie ...