Happy Saturday!
This week on the blog I shared a few seasonal favorites, including rosemary melting potatoes and a bacon-wrapped pork tenderloin. I also posted a roundup of festive drinks perfect for the holidays and my annual Christmas cake recipe: a white chocolate mocha cake that’s rich and indulgent.
It’s gift guide season, and I’ve put together several guides to help with holiday shopping. Find curated ideas for women, men, kids, and the kitchen, plus a selection of great gifts under $25 and a beauty guide with favorites I reach for again and again. Each guide is geared toward thoughtful, practical picks that make wrapping and giving easier.
I also shared a recap of everything I read in November — a mixed bag of fiction and nonfiction that I’m still thinking about — and published a new weekly menu with simple, flavorful dinners to make the week feel easier. If you enjoy peeks into daily life, there’s a new “week in the life” post that covers a typical week at our house.
The Everyday Dinners cookbook club is thriving. If you own the book, request to join the Facebook group and jump into the community — it’s full of recipe ideas, troubleshooting tips, and real-life menu inspiration. If you don’t have the book yet, consider picking up a copy and joining in; we’re wrapping up our summer challenge and planning fall recipes next. It’s been such a warm, helpful space for sharing what works in the kitchen.
xoxoxo
What I’m Loving This Week
I’ve been bookmarking lots of recipes and ideas. Here are a few things I’m currently loving and planning to try:
- Ginger molasses cookies — chewy, spiced, and perfect with a cup of tea or coffee.
- Charcuterie cups — a portable, crowd-pleasing way to serve charcuterie at parties or casual gatherings.
- Brown butter oatmeal raisin cookies — the nuttiness from brown butter takes this classic over the top.
- Classic taco dip — always a hit at game days, potlucks, or casual entertaining.
- Ground turkey shepherd’s pie — a lighter twist on a comforting, family-friendly classic.
- Reindeer chow — our annual holiday snack mix, salty-sweet and addictive every season.
- Gingerbread blondies with white chocolate — a festive bar with warm spice and sweet chunks of white chocolate.
- Espresso martini — my go-to for a bold, boozy dessert cocktail.
- Red velvet marble cake — visually stunning and perfect for special occasions.
- Spinach and mushroom quiche — a simple, savory option for brunch or a light dinner.
- Bacon Gruyère popovers — cheesy, savory, and irresistible when fresh from the oven.
- Christmas tree pull-apart bread — a fun centerpiece for holiday brunch or a festive side.
Whether you’re planning holiday menus, looking for cozy weeknight dinners, or hunting for the perfect gift, there’s a little something here to inspire your kitchen and calendar. Enjoy the weekend and happy cooking!