This week on the blog I shared a few favorite recipes and ideas. Highlights include a rich pork marsala, a savory pear and blue cheese galette, chewy sprinkle cookies that have become a household favorite, and a spicy chili crunch baked feta that’s perfect for holiday entertaining.
New weekly menus and a glimpse into our everyday life are up on the site — you’ll find an updated weekly menu and a recent “a week in the life” post that shows what we’re cooking, eating and up to right now.
All of my gift guides are live and filled with curated picks for every person on your list. Current guides include:
- Her — all of my favorite things
- Him — items Eddie loves and what I plan to gift him
- Under $25 — small, thoughtful stocking stuffers
- Kitchen Favorites — my top kitchen gear and gadgets
- Kids & Babies — gifts for little ones
- Beauty Favorites — tried-and-true beauty picks
Also, Everyday Dinners is available now. It’s currently on a major sale, so it’s a great time to pick up copies for gifts while the price holds. If you grab the book, consider joining the Everyday Dinners Cookbook Club — it’s been an active, friendly space since The Pretty Dish came out in 2018. I love seeing your recreations on Instagram and in the cookbook club; we run regular challenges and giveaways, and a new challenge just started this week.
Have a great weekend!
What I’m Loving This Week
Here are some seasonal dishes, desserts and treats I’m crushing on lately. They’re great for holiday menus, weekend baking or simply inspiration for cozy evenings.
- Pomegranate salsa — bright and beautiful for parties or a weeknight dip.
- Nutcracker dessert board — a festive, show-stopping way to present sweets.
- Garlic butter cauliflower pasta — creamy, comforting and a clever veggie-forward pasta.
- Gingerbread-spiced chocolate-dipped marshmallows — a whimsical holiday treat.
- Dark chocolate marshmallows — rich and indulgent for hot cocoa or snacking.
- Cheesecake-stuffed snickerdoodles — a fun cookie with a tangy, creamy center.
- Thermos gingerbread cookies — adorable and portable for gifting.
- Soft gingerbread cookies — tender, classic holiday cookies.
- Cranberry orange cornbread — a sweet-tart twist on a comforting side.
- Red velvet cake roll — elegant and perfect for special occasions.
- Peppermint bark brownies — a festive, chocolatey holiday bar.
- Sweet corn tamales — a comforting seasonal treat worth trying.
- Gluten-free thumbprint cookies — a great option for guests with dietary needs.
- Pomegranate mocktails — pretty, refreshing and alcohol-free.
- Rolo cookies — a nostalgic, caramel-chocolate cookie that’s always a hit.
- Bourbon eggnog affogato — a boozy, coffee-forward dessert to try this weekend.
Each of these ideas makes holiday baking and entertaining more fun. If something sparks your interest, try it this weekend and share how it turns out — I love seeing your photos and tweaks.