Hello hello!
This week on the blog we continued our Thanksgiving series with a maple-spiced Brussels sprouts salad. I also shared a brown butter mashed potato bake, my roundup of the best Thanksgiving drinks, and a maple-roasted carrot side dish.
There’s a new weekly menu up, plus a peek at a week in our life to help plan meals and inspiration for the season.
The Everyday Dinners cookbook club is thriving. If you have a copy of the book, request to join the group on Facebook — we’re wrapping up a summer cooking challenge and getting ready for fall. It’s a warm, helpful community and an excellent place to find recipe ideas and support while you cook.
xoxoxo
WHAT I’M LOVING THIS WEEK
This smoked gouda mac and cheese is incredible — rich, creamy, and a perfect cheesy side.
Eggnog cookies are calling my name — bring on the holiday baking.
I’m also craving pumpkin gooey butter cake for cozy fall dessert vibes.
Mexican rice pudding (arroz con leche) looks like the ultimate comforting treat.
Those ranch fire crackers are a fun, addictive snack — yum.
Maple-roasted delicata squash with cranberry glaze is visually stunning and full of autumn flavor.
For drinks, a Thanksgiving apple bourbon cocktail sounds like a festive option.
Salted maple pecan pie bars are a brilliant twist on classic pecan pie — portable and delicious.
A lemon cranberry tart is bright, pretty, and perfect for the holiday table.
Make-ahead gravy is a lifesaver for Thanksgiving planning — more calm in the kitchen on the big day.
Classic green bean casserole remains a beloved staple that always gets requests.
Scratch dinner rolls are the ideal accompaniment for any holiday feast — soft, warm, and irresistible.
And a pear salad with honey-cinnamon dressing offers a fresh, elegant contrast to richer dishes.