Making cauliflower gnocchi at home will transform your weekend into something delicious. Yes — I made cauliflower gnocchi myself and it is fantastic. I wasn’t always convinced by the cauliflower gnocchi trend. At first I thought it was just okay. But after experimenting with a sheet pan gnocchi method, I became obsessed. The store-bought frozen … Read more

Hello and happy Saturday! This week on the blog I shared a fresh summer tortellini carbonara, perfect for warm evenings. I also posted a recipe for incredible halloumi fajitas and a batch of salted peanut butter Rice Krispie treats — all easy, flavorful, and ideal for summer menus. We’re wrapping up our summer Fridays series … Read more

This taco puff pastry pizza makes an excellent weeknight dinner. A flaky puff pastry crust is topped with seasoned taco meat, melted cheese, refried beans and your favorite taco toppings for a satisfying crowd-pleaser. New weeknight dinner idea! This recipe combines two favorites: tacos and pizza. It’s an easy, fun twist that’s perfect for busy … Read more

Salmon chowder loaded with carrots, onions, tender baby potatoes, fresh herbs and corn, finished with light dill dumplings dropped into the soup and cooked until fluffy — pure comfort food. I’ve fallen in love with a new soup. This chowder is perfect for chilly days but can also work well into the warmer months. Flaky, … Read more

This second week of March looks delicious, with a little hint of spring alongside some cool-weather comforts. Here are simple, flavorful meal ideas to carry you through the week, balancing fresh spring flavors with cozy favorites. Monday: Start the week with a springtime minestrone. You can make it in a slow cooker or simmer it … Read more

I’m feeling old lately. Last night I watched my youngest cousin graduate from high school and couldn’t believe how much time has passed. It feels like I was there five minutes ago, not twelve years. On the drive home I found myself listening to Delilah on the radio and that only confirmed my age — … Read more

I’m going to tell you about a cheeseburger salad — and yes, I know it sounds strange. Trust me: don’t freak. This salad is surprisingly delicious. Seriously: it tastes amazing. When you see what goes into this cheeseburger salad, you might be skeptical — but the combination works. I’m definitely into it. This isn’t the … Read more

{via} I’m currently obsessed with this vegan butternut queso — truly delicious. This fig and arugula salad with pistachio pesto combines the best seasonal flavors. The soufflé pancake with cinnamon apples is so light and comforting. These veggie potato breakfast tacos are a perfect savory start to the day. This honeycrisp, sage and bacon shells … Read more

Raise your hand if you love fall kale salads! I could seriously raise ten hands. This is one of those salads that made me want to lick the bowl when I finished. It was that good. Usually that kind of reaction comes from amazing pizza, mac and cheese, or eggs and toast — not salad. … Read more

I’ve said it before: Mr. How Sweet could eat the exact same thing every day for the rest of his life. That was true long before I came along and tried to expand his culinary horizons. I still picture plain ground turkey and bland egg whites whenever I think about his pre-me phase. I love … Read more