Vanilla Cornmeal Crumb Cake with Candied Cherry Tomatoes Recipe

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This cake is pure bliss. It may look simple, but it’s truly special. Think of it as cornbread dressed up as cake, with a generous crumb topping that elevates every bite. I convinced my husband Eddie to try it by calling it “cornbread with a crumb topping,” and he loved it — so much that … Read more

Summer Fridays Vol. 4: Cool Summer Music Picks and Vibes

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I’m so glad you’re enjoying Summer Fridays! Chat with me below and tell me how your June is going so far. EATING With peaches finally coming into season, I’m adding my one-pot peach basil chicken to the menu. It was a surprise hit last summer — simple, flavorful, and perfect for warm evenings. Last night … Read more

Summer Fridays Vol. 11: New Music, Summer Vibes & Playlist Picks

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Hey hey summer Fridays! You’re the best. CREATING I’m mapping out the rest of 2018. I hadn’t revisited the goals I set at the start of the year until recently — I’d been making progress but hadn’t taken a close look. Now I want a clear plan for the months ahead: what my ideal day … Read more

Burst Cherry Tomato, Prosciutto & Goat Cheese Quiche

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I can’t even begin to describe how much I adore this quiche—my love for it is unabashed and total. Every slice is a cheesy, herb-filled mouthful of flavor. It’s layered and balanced, with bright bursts from the tomatoes, salty prosciutto, tangy goat cheese and fresh herbs all working together. I used to be a quiche … Read more

Chipotle Bacon Cauliflower and Potato Soup Recipe

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This cauliflower potato soup is everything—cozy, comforting, and full of flavor. Finish each bowl with crunchy chipotle bacon and fresh chives for the ultimate winter meal. Another winter day, another soup—because soup season never ends. I can’t be stopped. Soup forever, please. This recipe combines cauliflower and golden potatoes, blended until silky and rich, then … Read more

Summer Fridays Vol. 2: Sun-Ready Looks and Essentials

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Welcome back to Summer Fridays! Let’s make it feel like a mini vacation, shall we? Creating My ideal summer morning is one I’ve been imagining for a while. I’m naturally a morning person and love setting a calm and joyful tone for the day. Beyond morning pages, exercise, or lemon water—although those are part of … Read more

Currently Crushing On: Who I’m Loving Right Now

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Hi! Happy Saturday! This week on the blog I continued my annual Thanksgiving series. I shared maple mustard green beans, brown butter cornbread with cranberry butter, maple marshmallow twice-baked sweet potatoes, cranberry cinnamon whiskey sours and chai pear crisp. If you want my kitchen essentials for Thanksgiving, that post is packed with helpful recommendations. It’s … Read more

35 Fall Drinks: Mocktails, Cocktails, Coffees & Cozy Sips

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The best fall drink recipes are here! From coffee and tea to punch and sangria, mocktails and hot toddies — these recipes are ideal for the season. Bookmark this post: you’ve hit the fall drink jackpot. Autumn has arrived, and with it comes the season for cozy, spiced, and celebratory beverages. Below is a carefully … Read more

What I’m Currently Crushing On: Top Picks Right Now

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Happy Saturday!

This week on the blog I shared an amazing rotisserie chicken salad, a no-churn peanut butter Oreo ice cream, and frozen watermelon mojitos. I also published a new Summer Fridays post with seasonal favorites and ideas.

For meal planning and a glimpse into everyday life, I posted this week’s menu plan and a short look at a week in our life.

My current favorites roundup includes everything I’m loving from the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale.

You can order a copy of Everyday Dinners now. If you get the book, please join the Everyday Dinners Cookbook Club on Facebook — it’s been going strong since The Pretty Dish in 2018 and is always so much fun. I love seeing your creations on Instagram and in our cookbook club. A new month of the cookbook club starts tomorrow with fresh challenges and giveaways.

Have a wonderful one!

xoxoxo

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Currently Crushing On: Who I’m Obsessed With Right Now

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Hello hello! How are you?

On the blog this week I shared a delicious taco puff pastry pizza that’s quick to make and perfect for weeknights. I also posted pesto meatball melts (they’re seriously good), a roundup of apple recipes if you’ve been apple picking, and a cozy apple cinnamon baked oatmeal that’s perfect for cooler mornings. Everything is easy to follow and full of fall flavors.

P.S. I put together a list of 45 fall weeknight dinners you need in your rotation—so many simple, comforting ideas.

There’s also a new weekly menu up with easy dinners to plan your week, plus a fresh “a week in the life” post where I share what our family’s been up to lately.

I rounded up everything I read in August if you’re looking for new books or recommendations for your next read.

You can order your copy of Everyday Dinners now. Once you have it, consider joining the Everyday Dinners Cookbook Club on Facebook. The group has been running since The Pretty Dish came out in 2018 and it’s been so much fun. I love seeing your cookbook creations on Instagram and in the cookbook club—people share photos, take on the monthly challenges, and enjoy giveaways. It’s a great way to connect, get inspired, and try new recipes.

Have a wonderful one! xoxoxo

What I’m Loving This Week

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