Summer Fridays Vol. 11 — New Summer Beauty & Skincare Finds

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Here are my favorite summer Friday things — seasonal recipes, drinks, playlists and little things that make warm days feel extra special. EATING I live for my hot bacon caprese salad each summer; it’s a once-a-year must. I also make my summer rotisserie chicken salad frequently — both recipes use the same bright, tangy dressing … Read more

Buttery Gingerbread Maple Muffins Recipe for Cozy Mornings

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I know—I just admitted I “don’t really love gingerbread…”

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And now here we are.

Muffins. Gingerbread muffins. Hello, hypocrite.

To be clear: I’m not a fan of traditional gingerbread cookies, especially when they’re crisp. But once or twice a season I crave that cozy holiday flavor—think gingerbread lattes or warm-spiced baked goods—just to feel festive.

When muffins are hot from the oven and softened butter melts into every crumb, creating that comforting, buttery breakfast you could happily eat every day in December, I suddenly want gingerbread. Or at least the scent of it. Weird? Maybe. But it works.

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Caramel Apple Cider Crush Recipe: Autumn Cocktail Guide

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This caramel apple cider cocktail is the perfect drink for fall: chilled apple cider over crushed ice, blended with salted caramel vodka and finished with ginger ale. Refreshing, cozy, and absolutely delicious. New fall cocktail alert! This is one of those cocktails that doesn’t really taste like a typical cocktail — and that’s what makes … Read more

Chimichurri-Seared Salmon Recipe for Bold Flavor and Quick Prep

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This chimichurri salmon is a family weeknight favorite. It’s simple, bright and full of flavor—seared, crisp salmon finished with a briny, herbaceous garlic chimichurri. Delicious and fast. We’ve been rotating this for summer dinners nonstop. This seared salmon cooks in under 10 minutes, then gets smothered in chimichurri. Picture lots of fresh herbs, tangy red … Read more

Grapefruit Lime Spritzer Mocktail Recipe – Refreshing Citrus Drink

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Oh hiiiii. This one doesn’t contain alcohol. It’s made with delicious grapefruit soda and plenty of lime. I won’t object if you add vodka, but this version is a refreshing mocktail. The main element here is the flavored Italian soda, and you can use any flavor you like: grapefruit, blood orange, pomegranate, lemonade and more. … Read more

What Are You Baking This Holiday Season? Share Your Favorite Recipes

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Eeeeep! One of my favorite things to share is back — because COOKIES. This is the sixth year I’m sharing my annual holiday baking list, which has evolved into a collection of my favorite recipes and suggestions for what you should bake this season. I always love hearing what else I should try, so please … Read more

Thai Chicken Zoodle Soup with Lime, Ginger & Fresh Herbs

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Resolution of the week: eat more color. We’re starting with this vibrant chicken zoodle soup. After two weeks of mostly beige food—think bread, cookies, and all the comfort classics—I’m ready to bring color back to our plates. It was indulgent and satisfying, but now I want dinners that are bright, fresh and packed with vegetables. … Read more

11 Must-Try Recipes to Cook Before St. Patrick’s Day

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I still have a few delicious Saint Patrick’s Day recipes coming, but for now let’s talk about dishes you can make in the next ten days. Grab your Bailey’s and get ready to celebrate with food. I love any excuse to celebrate a holiday with fun food. Over the years I’ve collected many Saint Patrick’s … Read more

224 Dinner Ideas: 32 Weeks of Diverse Menu Plans for 2021

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Happy New Year! Today I’m sharing dinner meal plans — 32 weeks’ worth to help you get organized. This annual post is one of my favorites to update. Each year I keep crowd-pleasers and refresh the list by adding 40–50 new, healthier meals I enjoyed over the past year while removing dishes we no longer … Read more