Happy weekend! I hope you have a lovely one. Ours will be pretty relaxed — I’m planning to bake some Easter cookies. P.S. I’m still excited about the recipes I shared last week: bacon roasted carrots, a hash brown crusted quiche, buffalo bacon deviled eggs, hummingbird mimosas, and a creamy cashew blue cheese dip. They’re … Read more

Hello weekend! This week on the blog I shared some of our favorite recipes: honey mustard grilled chicken with broccoli, a creamy avocado pesto pasta, and a bright guacamole salad that makes the perfect Tex‑Mex side. I also published a new Summer Fridays post with plenty of seasonal ideas. There’s a fresh weekly menu you … Read more

You’re in the right place — trust me. I know — this looks odd. Vegetables… as a meal. Or a snack. Yes, a snack. What’s going on? I wouldn’t usually say vegetables can satisfy me as a meal unless they were smothered with cheese, breadcrumbs, and warmed until melty. And yes — that’s exactly what … Read more

Hiiii. I was up way too late last night. Every Sunday I get pulled into HBO and before I know it it’s 3 AM. I end up watching episodes over and over because I’m invested in these characters and their stories. I don’t even like vampire shows, but sometimes I find myself wondering if Eric … Read more

Please update your Google Reader! http://feeds.feedburner.com/howsweeteats/smSp After spending seven hours on the couch on New Year’s Eve, I threw on my comfiest XXL sweatpants, an old sweatshirt, piled my hair into a messy bun, and went to my aunt and uncle’s to celebrate — no makeup and totally casual. My husband must love having such … Read more

Summer really doesn’t feel official until you make a triple berry salad. This colorful salad is filled with favorite summer ingredients, tastes fantastic and is perfect for a 4th of July weekend — or a relaxed evening at home. If you remember my blueberry summer salad, this is the heartier cousin: still bright and summery, … Read more

We love these smashed Brussels sprouts! Roasted with Parmesan and garlic butter, they come out crisp and golden and are finished with a drizzle of hot honey. A delicious side dish for any meal. Another great option for your holiday table or weeknight dinner. These Parmesan smashed Brussels sprouts are crisp, buttery and packed with … Read more

Lots of delicious dishes in today’s lineup — simple, comforting, and full of flavor. What are you planning to cook this week? What To Eat This Week Broccoli cheddar orzo soup — a cozy, creamy bowl packed with tender broccoli, sharp cheddar, and small orzo pasta for a satisfying weeknight meal. Chipotle cauliflower enchiladas — … Read more

Happy New Year — hard to believe it’s already 2026! This week on the blog I shared a selection of favorites to kick off the year, including my collection of make-ahead lunch ideas and a comprehensive healthy dinner planning guide for 2026. I also rounded up my top discoveries from 2025 and posted everything I … Read more

I’ve always loved apples in every form—hot, cold, shredded, baked, even in salads (as much as I can love salads). When I spotted apple nachos in the latest Taste of Home, I couldn’t stop thinking about them. They’re the perfect snack: a crisp honeycrisp apple topped with a little chocolate, peanut butter, shredded coconut and … Read more