Happy weekend!
This week on the blog I shared a grilled cacio e pepe pizza, an amazing crispy chicken Caesar sandwich, a collection of Labor Day weekend recipes, and a new Summer Fridays post. Each recipe is written with easy-to-follow steps and tips for great flavor at home.
If you haven’t joined my Substack newsletter yet, consider subscribing to get regular updates and behind-the-scenes notes. I also put together a list of favorite back-to-school items that I love and use each year.
There’s a new weekly menu to help plan meals and a fresh “A Week in the Life” post with a peek into our everyday routines. For shopping, you can find all my favorite products in my Amazon storefront and in my LTK shop, where I share curated picks for home, kitchen, and life.
Thank you so much for making the launch of Easy Everyday so special. If you haven’t picked up a copy yet, it’s available to order and makes a great kitchen companion. xo
What I’m Loving This Week
I need a Michigan cherry salad in my life — bright, tangy, and perfect for late-summer produce.
Brown butter peanut butter cookies — rich, nutty, and utterly irresistible.
I want to try cilantro-lime cauliflower rice as a lighter, flavorful side to many meals.
Cream cheese sheet cake looks incredible and is an easy way to feed a crowd.
Love these super simple weeknight dinners that come together quickly without sacrificing flavor.
Mango mousse is a light, tropical dessert that feels celebratory yet simple to make.
I’m living for strawberry cupcakes right now — fresh, sweet, and nostalgic.
Baked tiramisu French toast is a decadent brunch idea that combines dessert and breakfast perfectly.
How to set up a cute waffle bar for weekends or special mornings — endless topping possibilities.
An apple cider Old Fashioned is a fall-ready cocktail with cozy, spiced notes.
This fried chicken sandwich is a standout — crisp, juicy, and full of flavor.
Watermelon mango salsa is so refreshing and bright, great with chips or as a topping for fish.
I have to try this hot crab dip — warm, creamy, and crowd-pleasing for parties.
Eggplant Parmesan remains a classic for a reason: comforting, saucy, and satisfying.