Currently Crushing On: What I’m Loving Right Now and Why

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Happy Saturday! I absolutely love October — it feels like the coziest month of the year.

This week on the blog I shared a delicious butternut squash frittata, a warm and comforting chicken soup risotto, sweet-and-spicy hot honey roasted Brussels sprouts, and our much-loved vodka sauce pizza. Each recipe is perfect for fall and easy enough to make during a busy week.

You can find an updated weekly menu along with a peek into our week in life on the blog. I also posted my September favorites — a roundup of things I’ve been using and loving this month.

If you haven’t picked up a copy yet, Everyday Dinners is available now. Once you have it, consider joining the Everyday Dinners Cookbook Club on Facebook. The club has been going strong since The Pretty Dish launched in 2018 and it’s such a fun, supportive space. I’ve loved seeing your photos and recreations on Instagram and in the cookbook club — everyone’s been sharing beautiful dishes. Join us for challenges and giveaways; a new challenge started yesterday!

Wishing you a wonderful weekend. xoxoxo

What I’m loving this week

This brown sugar glazed salmon — so simple and flavorful.

Zucchini rice gratin — a comforting, veggie-forward bake.

Milky Way cake — for when you want something indulgent and nostalgic.

Halloween chocolate bark — festive and fun to make with friends or kids.

Tips for creating gorgeous fall flower arrangements — seasonal and beautiful.

Instant Pot red lentil soup — quick, hearty, and nourishing.

Halloween mantle decor ideas — cozy seasonal styling inspiration.

Sweet potato biscuits — the perfect warm, buttery side for chilly mornings.

Marbled chocolate coffee cake — a must for coffee-and-cake afternoons.

Apple cider cosmos — a festive cocktail that screams fall.

Basque cheesecake — creamy, slightly caramelized, and irresistibly simple.

Pesto pasta with ricotta — an easy, comforting dinner the whole family will enjoy.

Creamy Thai carrot and sweet potato soup with roasted tamari almonds — a fragrant, silky bowl that’s perfect for cooler nights.