Say hello to my new favorite appetizer Don’t be shy. I came across this gem while going through some old favorite recipes. It felt like finding a small treasure — the kind you hold onto until the perfect moment. I kept this one aside for a few weeks, waiting for the right day to make … Read more

{via} Hi! Is your area covered in snow right now? Yesterday at the grocery store I actually saw several carts piled high with bread, milk and toilet paper — the classic snow-day haul. It’s funny because it’s a running joke in places that get snow, but this was the first time I saw so many … Read more

This pimento cheese quiche is delightful warm or cold: a flaky crust brushed with an egg wash and sprinkled with everything seasoning, filled with creamy pimento cheese, fresh herbs and scallions. It’s an easy, flavorful choice for brunch or a simple dinner. Two of my favorite things come together in this recipe: rich pimento cheese … Read more

It’s time to infuse your booze for the holidays. If you want homemade infused bourbon ready for the holidays, you should start now. These infusions need time to develop flavor, so plan ahead and give them a few weeks to mellow and blend. Three flavors I love: Vanilla Apple Pie, Chocolate Orange and Vanilla Chai. … Read more

Welcome to my new favorite thing: tortilla eggs. They’ve honestly changed my breakfasts and lunches for the better. These are not an exaggeration — tortilla eggs completely blew me away. At first I was merely curious, but after making one I was stunned by how insanely simple and delicious they are. I kept wondering why … Read more

Hello, you beautiful grapes. “Luscious” is a word I usually avoid — it feels overly dramatic — but it’s the best way to describe these roasted grapes. They’re sweet, jammy and tender, with a burst of concentrated flavor that borders on addictive. I first spotted roasted grapes on Maria’s roasted grape crostini and was immediately … Read more

The perfect summer dessert! This berry sheet pan shortcake is crowd-pleasing and simple to make. A tender, biscuit-like sheet cake is topped with a silky mascarpone whipped cream and a bounty of fresh berries — festive and beautiful on any table. I live for a festive summer cake! This berry sheet pan shortcake is perfect … Read more

Ginger Soy Turkey Burgers with Spicy Lime Mayo This time of year it’s easy to feel scattered and then face the 7 PM dinner scramble. When that happens, I want something fast, healthy-ish, and full of flavor. These ginger-soy turkey burgers fit the bill: juicy, bright, and ready in minutes. They also proved that a … Read more

This is what I like to call “eating color.” I mean, there’s a lot of green here — in several forms — and it all works beautifully. This dish walks the line between bread and pizza: think of it as a quick, delicious faux pizza built on store-bought French bread. No homemade dough, just a … Read more

[Today is the last day to enter Heather’s Raffle for Life and bid on my better-than-crack brownies for a great cause!]   Look — I made vanilla butter for your morning muffin. You can make vanilla butter at home in just a few minutes. Split a vanilla bean, scrape out the seeds, and mash them … Read more