Happy November!
This week on the blog I shared a few new recipes: a cheddar scallion beer bread, a fire-roasted tomato soup with toasted quinoa, and a one-pot smoked sausage and rice. Each post includes easy steps and tips to make weeknight cooking simple and delicious.
I also rounded up favorites and shopping picks for the season. You’ll find my October favorites, picks from the Sephora sale, and a set of gift guides for everyone on your list: girls, tween boys, little boys, men, women, hostess gifts, and a selection of ideas under $25. I’m a big believer in starting holiday shopping early, so consider these as a head start.
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There’s a new menu for the week with meal ideas to simplify planning, plus a fresh “a week in the life” post that offers a peek into our everyday routines and what’s been working for us.
You can browse all my favorite products in my Amazon storefront and visit my LTK shop for curated items I use and love.
Thank you for the incredible support for my new cookbook, Easy Everyday. The launch has been wonderful, and if you haven’t picked up a copy yet, you can order it now. xo
WHAT I’M LOVING THIS WEEK
Chocolate espresso cake — absolutely dreamy and high on my baking list.
Spinach, mushroom, and onion enchiladas — savory, comforting, and packed with flavor.
Fireball root beer float — a fun, boozy twist on a nostalgic favorite.
Pumpkin spice espresso martini — seasonal and indulgent, perfect for autumn evenings.
Brown butter banana bread — the browned butter elevates this classic into something special.
Butter pecan angel food cake — light, fluffy, and full of comforting nutty flavor.
Healthy apple muffins — a great way to enjoy apples in a portable, grab-and-go treat.
Creamy potato and broccoli soup — cozy, creamy, and simple to make for chilly nights.
Pumpkin bars with cream cheese frosting — a must for pumpkin season and always crowd-pleasing.
Candied ginger bacon — sweet, spicy, and irresistible as a snack or garnish.
Maple syrup marshmallows — a cozy, autumnal twist on a campfire classic.
Cowboy caviar — bright, zesty, and perfect for parties or as a colorful side.