Some days I’m completely stumped. Words won’t come. My closet feels like it belongs to a tween—glitter, questionable choices, and nothing that seems right. My cravings are loud, my willpower is thin, and the crisper drawer is sadly empty. And then there’s you. I’m so glad you’re here. If you weren’t, I’d probably talk to … Read more
Want to know what I did on the hottest day of the year?? I made soup. Not a quick fix, but a proper, time-intensive soup—the kind that starts with homemade stock and slow-building flavor. Serious business. And I made my husband eat it. On the HOTTEST DAY OF THE YEAR. Hitting 100°F in the Pittsburgh … Read more
First official week of spring! What’s on your menu this week? What to Eat This Week Broccoli shells and cheese — a creamy, comforting pasta dish that’s simple to make and perfect for a busy weeknight. Weeknight taco salad — fresh, fast, and full of flavor. Great for using up leftovers and customizable to taste. … Read more
I’ve found the perfect margarita companion.
Besides a straw.
It’s toast — but not just any toast. Thick slices of toasted bread topped with smashed avocado, grilled charred buttered corn, crumbly fresh cheese, bright herbs and spices, and plenty of lime and salt.
Oh my.
Pass the tequila.
I absolutely adore these white beans in vodka sauce—creamy, buttery cannellini beans nestled in a silky vodka tomato sauce and finished with lots of bubbly, melty cheese. Serve with garlic bread and a big salad for a comforting, satisfying meal. Comfort food at its best. These vodka sauce baked white beans are like a warm, … Read more
Hi, I’m Jessica, and right now I could happily eat bread salad for the rest of my life.
No shame here — I’m borderline obsessed.
I might even start a bread-salad side blog. The craving runs deep.
These make a wonderful, heart-healthy alternative to the typical, artery-clogging blueberry muffin. Sometimes a fruity whole wheat muffin is exactly what I need to feel better. Clearly, I’m deep in a muffin-making phase. After making coconut-banana muffins, I knew I had to try something new. Those were delicious, but these might be even better. There’s … Read more
Roasted vegetable ragu is a hearty, satisfying sauce made from charred vegetables, tomato paste, spices and red wine. Cozy and comforting, it tastes incredible tossed with tender pasta noodles — a delicious new staple for weeknights and gatherings. Hello hello 2023! I have the most delicious recipe for you today — one that will be … Read more
I’m so excited to share my favorite cranberry sauce with you—trust me, it’s worth trying. If you’ve always sworn by canned cranberry sauce like I used to, I get it. I was a proud canned-cranberry devotee for years—nostalgia runs deep—but lately I’ve been converted by a homemade version that’s become a new holiday staple. My … Read more
Please don’t look at me like that. This can totally be a thing we love: refreshing, healthy and delicious. I promise. It’s light, bright and surprisingly satisfying. This drink is inspired by those chia fruit tonics that were everywhere a few years ago. I first saw a version in Food & Wine and, for a … Read more