All I can say to this asparagus one-pot pasta is: hello, lover! Isn’t this a gorgeous sight? Everything comes together in one pot — fresh, simple, and ready in no time. I’ve shared other one-pot pastas before — a mushroom and swiss chard version that remains a favorite, and the classic tomato-basil spaghetti that inspired … Read more

I’ve found a way to take a real bite out of fall. This right here: saucy pomegranate BBQ chicken piled high with a sweet, crunchy apple slaw. Pomegranate arils are practically wearable — I can’t get over how pretty they are. The weekend felt so full of fall: leaves changing, sunny warm days with that … Read more

This grilled vegetable orzo is destined to be your summer favorite. Bright, smoky, and full of texture, this orzo salad is simple to make and everyone will ask for seconds. I’ve been making this again and again — it’s that good. The best part is how adaptable it is. Use whatever vegetables you have on … Read more

Happy weekend! This week on the blog I shared a refreshing watermelon crunch salad with fresh mint vinaigrette, a crispy chicken Caprese, a roundup of favorite summer weeknight dinners, and a new Summer Fridays post. I also posted a new weekly menu and a look at a week in our life. The Everyday Dinners cookbook … Read more

I don’t even want to talk about soup right now. It’s almost April, so shouldn’t we be talking about swimsuits, popsicles, and all the warm-weather things? Yes. We should. But we’re not. Because it’s snowing. Okay, fine—more accurately, it snowED yesterday. I’m hoping we’re on the upswing now, though I fully expect the weather to … Read more

[The winner of the Nordstrom giveaway is below. Please email me at howsweeteats [at] gmail [dot] com with your mailing address!] Kristina S who said “My favorite color is lime green!” Thank you so much for all of your enthusiasm over the past two weeks of giveaways! We’re wrapping up today with a final giveaway … Read more

These black bean corn burgers capture the best of summer: roasted corn, colorful bell peppers, and hearty black beans combine for an irresistible burger. These are summer on a bun—bright, flavorful, and easy to make. They’re one of my favorite weeknight meals because they’re so versatile. The flavor tastes like a garden in peak season, … Read more

I’m doing this. Really doing this — I’m sharing my simple piña colada mocktail so you can enjoy it on hot summer days. Whether you’re pregnant, avoiding alcohol, or just craving something refreshing, this drink delivers frosty coconut and bright pineapple flavors that feel like a mini tropical getaway. It’s so good. My favorite finishing … Read more

Predictably, lemon and I are having a moment. I’ve been putting lemon on everything lately — roast chicken, sheet cake and even chia pudding that I’ll share soon. Once I get into lemon mode I can’t stop. This isn’t my first lemon cake adventure. I’ve made everything from lemon cake with marshmallow frosting to lemon … Read more

This watermelon crunch salad is bright, summery, and delicious. A bed of baby spinach and arugula is piled with fresh watermelon, creamy avocado, tangy goat cheese, pickled onions and crunchy pistachios, then finished with a fresh mint vinaigrette. I’m back with another summer salad recipe you’ll want on repeat. There’s no excuse not to enjoy … Read more