When I went to Baltimore for Fitbloggin’, I tasted one of the most memorable salads I’ve ever had. Yes, a salad. I don’t always love vegetables and I rarely order salad unless it’s loaded with bacon and cheese, but when it comes to a Caesar, I’m all in. I absolutely love Caesar salad. It’s often … Read more
Lots of summer favorites this week — bright, fresh, and perfect for warm-weather meals! What’s on your menu this week? What To Eat This Week Summer pesto risotto stuffed peppers — a satisfying vegetarian main that combines creamy risotto, vibrant pesto, and tender roasted peppers for an easy, elegant dinner. Grilled chicken summer rice bowls … Read more
If you need a last-minute Valentine’s Day dinner idea, this is it. If you’ve already celebrated or are dining out, make this as soon as you’re back in the kitchen. It’s easy. It’s affordable. It’s fast. It’s delicious. Use little clams—even if they make you squeamish. Fresh clams are ideal, but canned minced clams work … Read more
Pizza shows up in our kitchen at least once or twice every week. My husband simply can’t go long without pizza. He insists that pepperoni alone makes a meal, and sometimes we add bacon on top — which, admittedly, he knows I love. I’m always experimenting with pizza-inspired dishes, and these pizza-stuffed potatoes have become … Read more
Okay — if you make one thing this week, make this sweet and spicy roasted cauliflower. This cauliflower is crispy and crunchy on the outside, sweet and spicy on the inside, and baked — no frying required. A sticky, flavorful sauce finishes each piece, making it irresistible. This is the cauliflower of dreams. Like many … Read more
Here’s how to make dinner better: pretzel-crusted chicken salad. This pretzel-crusted chicken salad is addictive — we’ve been making it regularly because the crunchy, salty pretzel coating transforms ordinary chicken into something extraordinary. One of my all-time favorite recipes is pretzel-crusted chicken fingers served with hot honey and a house sauce. I often slice those … Read more
If you were to pie me in the face, it would technically be breakfast.
At least for today.
Here’s my take on breakfast.
I love breakfast, but I wouldn’t say it’s always my absolute favorite. Truthfully, every meal is my favorite at some point, but dinner usually takes the top spot. Lunch ranks lowest for me because it often feels like an interruption—I end up grabbing leftovers or something quick. If I’m going out for lunch, though, then lunch is suddenly the best.
I hereby declare this combination the trio of love. All of my favorite flavors come together in one vegetable dish. Seriously — the brussels, the bacon, and the mustard. It’s everything I love in one side. Maybe I’m finally learning to appreciate vegetables. Maybe I’m not. I still have moments of “ugh, veggies” quite often, … Read more
If you’re tired of apple cider cocktails, try a Pomegranate Aperol Spritz. Tart, fruity and citrusy, it’s bright, refreshing and a perfect fall sipper. Prettiest cocktail on the block today! I’ll take an Aperol spritz at every happy hour from here on out — it’s beautiful, crisp and endlessly drinkable. If you love fall flavors … Read more
This halloumi pomegranate salad is the perfect starter for holiday meals. Bright, flavorful, and festive: salted honey-roasted walnuts, jewel-like pomegranate arils, crisp halloumi “croutons” and a spiced orange vinaigrette make this one of the best starter salads around. I’ll take a big plate right now, please. Salad on Thanksgiving can be hit or miss. Traditional … Read more