Christopher Michel
Christopher Michel has been the Senior Food and Gardens Editor at Country Living Magazine since March of 2021. Chris has over ten years of experience writing and editing for national magazines and websites, mostly in the food space, such as Cooking Light, The Kitchn, Rodale’s Organic Life, and Bon Appetit. Prior to that, Chris worked in a variety of food spaces in New York City. In 2022, Chris completed the Alabama Master Gardener’s Program hosted by the Alabama Cooperative Extension System.
Chris lives in Birmingham, AL, where he enjoys running, reading, and cooking for his wife and two girls.
This Juneteenth Menu Comes Straight From a Gullah Geechee Family Tradition
Michiel Perry’s flavorful recipes from the Lowcountry are a joyous way to celebrate.
How to Make Slow-Cooker Chicken & Dumplings
This classic dinner dish practically makes itself!
These Pecan-Pumpkin Muffins Are My All-Time Favorite Fall Treat
Serve with a cup of coffee for a perfect breakfast.
38 Pumpkin Recipes for Autumn or Anytime After
What can you do with a pumpkin? The possibilities are endless!
What’s a Pawpaw? The Fruit Your Great-Grandma Loved—And Foragers Keep Secret
Deep in the woods of the American countryside, pawpaw season is kicking off!
The Easiest Rice Vinegar Substitute That Actually Works
This one tastes—and works—best, and you have all the ingredients.
5 Watermelon-Picking Secrets That Actually Work (No Knocking Required!)
Can't tell by tapping on 'em? Try one of these methods instead!
20 Easy Recipes to Use Up Overripe Bananas
Never throw out a banana again.
16 Best English Garden Ideas and Designs to Inspire You
Take elements of this classic naturalistic style and put them to use in your landscape!
52 Father's Day Brunch Recipes for the Best Dad Ever
Nothing says you appreciate him like a homemade meal he'll love.
Red Flannel Hash
This old-school breakfast is the perfect foil to a cold winter morning.
Cream Cheese Pepper Jelly Christmas Tree
Give this classic appetizer some serious holiday flair!
Christmas Tree Deviled Eggs
Serve these cute holiday appetizers and watch everyone's eyes light up!
Non-Groggy Glögg
This warming winter drink won't slow you down!
Hot Buttered Yum
This alcohol-free version of the classic Christmas drink is absolutely delicious.
Tuna-and-White Bean Panzanella
This hearty salad makes an inexpensive and fun weeknight meal!
Cranberry-Ginger Fizz Mocktail
This delightful drink has grown-up flavor, without the hangover.
Tuna Cakes on Greens
This light dinner is an affordable take on a fancy seafood classic.
Shopping for an Indoor Smoker? My Favorite Is $300 Off for Black Friday
Snag the year's hottest brisket-making gadget for up 35% or more off during Black Friday!
Saltine Tuna Melts
This quick, healthy snack is perfect for an afternoon break or the beginning of a snack dinner!
Tuna Dip
This simple dip is perfect for hosting last-minute guests or bringing to parties.
Kale, Pear, and Chestnut Salad
This flavorful salad is easy to make, hard to stop eating!
Tuna-Stuffed Bell Peppers
This throwback dinner is kid-friendly and easy to make!
Super-Easy Tuna Empanadas
Try this fun recipe, which leans on premade pie dough to keep it simple!
Creamy Shells with Sausage and Chestnuts
Make this weeknight dish whenever you're craving cozy comfort food.
Classic Chestnut Stuffing
This old-fashioned stuffing recipe is packed with warm winter flavor!
Leek-and-Chestnut Soup
This sweet, creamy soup is like a warm winter hug!
Forget Candy—12 Pumpkin Treats That Will Rule Halloween
These tasty recipes will give your favorite witches and ghouls pumpkin to talk about.
ALDI Is Selling Everything You Need for Thanksgiving Dinner for $47
Budget-minded shoppers can feed 10 at 2019 prices!
I Test Kitchen Tools for a Living, and This Indoor Smoker Is One of The Coolest Gadgets I’ve Used
The weather never has to affect your barbecue plans again!
Amazon Has a RARE Prime Day Sale on Our Food Editor's Favorite Pizza Oven
Score this super-cool multi-fuel pizza oven for your next backyard get-together!
This Solo Stove Accessory Is a Must-Have for Parents and Pet Owners
Parents (and pet parents) take note: This stylish add-on gives real peace of mind.
15 Common Types of Pumpkins for Cooking and Decorating
For your tablescape decorations, for baking, carving, and even lawn ornaments, these are the ones to get.
25 Best Low-Maintenance Garden and Houseplants Every Gardener Can Grow
Set these easy-care guys up right and they'll basically grow themselves.
What You Need to Know Before Putting Parchment Paper in Your Air Fryer
There's one very important rule!
Meet the Family Who Became Blueberry Farmers Because of a Sunset
The Fields family bought a hill—then discovered wild blueberries growing.
To Get Better Apples, This Wisconsin Family Decided to Grow Their Own
A tree-tending side-project turned into a full-time preoccupation.
Serve Chilled Corn-and-Dill Soup for a Delicious Summer Supper
Add this to your meal plan for the week!
Fresh Grilled Corn-and-Chipotle Salsa
With a sweet smoky flavor, this salsa is well worth grilling some extra corn!
We Tried 3 Ways to Keep Apples from Browning—One Worked MUCH Better
This is now our go-to for keeping cut apples looking fresh.
38 Delicious Cherry Tomato Recipes to Try This Summer
Make the most of those sweet little orbs with these delicious summer recipes.
17 Black Flowers to Add Offbeat Charm to Your Garden
Nestled among other colors, these gorgeous beauties will draw the eye and invite compliments!
Butter Beans vs. Lima Beans: Is There a Difference?
These two beans look suspiciously similar, but are they actually different?
What Is Miracle Whip, the Mayonnaise-Like Salad Dressing?
Here's everything you wanted to know about this lower-cal alternative.
Easyplant Review: A No-Fuss Source for Stylish Houseplants
Their self-watering pots make the chic plants practically care-free.
Orange Marmalade Old-Fashioned Jam Jar Cocktail
Stir up this stiff drink to use the last of your jam!
Blackberry Gimlet Jam Jar Cocktail
This refreshing sipper can be made with the last of your jam!
Strawberry Lemonade Jam Jar Cocktail
Use up the last of your strawberry jam with this elegant sipper!
A New Company Claims Its Plants Can Purify Air 30 Times Better
Neoplants' microbiome is designed to remove certain volatile compounds (VOCs) at a much higher rate.
The 46 Best Grilling Gifts That BBQ Enthusiasts Will Love
From unique meats to trusty tools, these gifts will win Father's Day.
No-Bake Peach Cheesecake
This sweet summer treat is best in peak peach season!
Grilled Pork Chops with Whole Pickled Peaches
This Southern classic is a delicious way to spiff up dinner!
Peach, Arugula, and Blue Cheese Salad
What more could you want than a perfectly balanced summer salad?
Peach Shandy
This summer sipper is perfect for evenings on the back porch.
Peach-and-Bacon Pizza
This homemade delight is the ultimate summer dinner.
Meet the Jam-Maker Who Escaped NYC for Island Orchards
Audra Lawlor of Girl Meets Dirt fell in love with the Pacific Northwest—and the heirloom trees she now tends.
How to Freeze Corn So It Lasts
Save money, cut down on waste, and enjoy great local corn deep into the winter!
How Long Can Cooked Chicken Last in the Fridge?
Keep your food and your family safe with these tips.
The 12 Best Ice Cream Flavors, as Tested and Affirmed by Editors
We will not be taking questions at this time.
25 Banana Recipes and Ideas to Use Leftover Overripe Fruit
When those bananas get spots, they're ready for baking!
Chicken Tetrazzini
This comfort-food dish will send you straight back to childhood!
Easy Chicken Fried Steak
You'll be making this for dinner all year round.
Gnudi with Brown Butter Sauce
These rich ricotta dumplings are an impressive, decadent, easy dinner!
29 Best Radish Recipes That Make the Most of This Crunchy Veggie
This crisper staple lends its peppery flavor to a variety of delicious recipes!