I always make these sorts of resolutions, if you will. Not resolutions about diet or exercise, but little creative promises I make to myself about food and photography. I tell myself I’ll aim for classic, elegant dishes—things that could live inside a Martha Stewart book. I imagine west-coast minimalism or European-inspired styling with soft pastels … Read more
These marinated tomato BLTs are a summer must. With marinated tomatoes, crispy bacon, toasted sourdough and creamy avocado, they’re simple to make and full of bright, layered flavor. If you have garden tomatoes, marinating them elevates the sandwich—definitely give it a try. How perfect is a lunch this satisfying? Everything I want to eat right … Read more
I have found it — the best veggie burger. Seriously. This veggie burger has blown me away. It’s flavorful, full of texture and chew, satisfying, and — the big one — it actually holds together in the pan. Serve it on buns, make a patty melt, toss it on a salad, or use lettuce wraps. … Read more
{via} This past week felt incredibly wintry, and I’m definitely feeling it—like the kind-of-weekend-where-two-glasses-of-wine-feel-just-right feeling. I can’t believe February is almost here. Are you still keeping up with resolutions, or have you already traded them for a cupcake? What are your plans for the weekend? I’m leaning toward shopping, a movie, and maybe another closet … Read more
Please tell me you’ve had these before. Okay… these exact ones probably aren’t actually from 1988. At least I don’t think so. I can be a little nutty about nostalgic finds—my pantry currently hides canned soup that expired in 2002—so take it as you will. This brownie recipe came from a yellowed index card in … Read more
It is true.
The world might be ending.
But I say that every time I share something with nuts—those crunchy little devils that often ruin brownies for me.
It’s a little early to talk Thanksgiving, but planning ahead never hurts. People post Thanksgiving recipes early, and I don’t like feeling left out. As a first-born Scorpio and chronic people-pleaser, exclusion is the worst.
So here I am: included.
I bet you’re surprised I’m taking it back to 1995. Hello, veggie pizza! This retro veggie pizza from the 90s is still one of my favorite party starters. Cold, crunchy vegetables on a flaky crescent roll crust with a creamy, savory spread — pure nostalgia. Every year around the 4th of July, I get into … Read more
Woohoo! We are one month away from the release of Easy Everyday! Today is the best day — I’m launching the free bonus cookbook for Easy Everyday. This bonus is available to anyone who preorders my new book, Easy Everyday, which publishes on April 15. The bonus cookbook is called MAKE IT IN A FLASH. … Read more
I’m feeling a little high-maintenance today. Yes — I’m asking you to roast a pan of vegetables and then make an entire batch of mac and cheese. Too much? Probably not. It’s mac and cheese. Wouldn’t you do anything for mac and cheese? Just me? I don’t really mind going overboard when it comes to … Read more
Jam Heart Butter Cookies are a charming and delicious treat: tender, crisp butter cookies with a little heart pressed into the center and filled with raspberry or strawberry jam. They make a perfect Valentine’s Day cookie and this recipe yields 24 cookies. How Cute Are These Cookies? This recipe uses a one‑bowl butter cookie dough … Read more