Happy Saturday! There’s so much to enjoy this July weekend. This week on the blog I shared a few standout recipes: a bright, savory bloody mary tomato salad, crunchy hot honey pretzel chicken fingers, and a silky vanilla stone fruit tart that’s absolutely irresistible. I also posted a new Summer Fridays edition and rounded up … Read more

Happy Saturday! This week on the blog we released the free Everyday Dinners bonus cookbook. I also posted an easy lemon butter shrimp and broccoli skillet for a quick weeknight meal. Other recent favorites include our banana oatmeal muffins, a round-up of St. Patrick’s Day recipes and a 15-minute lemon parmesan cauliflower gnocchi. There’s also … Read more

This roasted broccoli Caesar salad is a delightful twist on the classic. Tender roasted broccoli tossed with a creamy Greek yogurt Caesar dressing, topped with golden toasted breadcrumbs and plenty of Parmesan — a simple, satisfying bowl. This might become your favorite way to enjoy broccoli. I never expected to call broccoli a favorite, but … Read more

This is me. I put empty milk containers back in the fridge. I throw gum wrappers behind the couch. I resist laundry until it smells. I don’t roll the toothpaste tube from the bottom. I eat all of the rice chex out of the Chex Mix. And I use tomato sauce from a jar. Meatballs! … Read more

These pumpkin pierogies are the perfect bite of fall. If you ask me which pierogi I’ve been wanting to make the most, it’s pumpkin. Living in Pittsburgh, pierogies are everywhere, and while traditionalists might raise an eyebrow, I’m all in for a cozy fall twist. These are pillowy, rich and finished with nutty brown butter—because … Read more

I told you I currently have a small donut problem. Ommph. Honestly, I don’t even know what I’m doing here—well, except for one thing: You should probably make this milkshake for dessert today. Or lunch. Cake donuts give the best texture and flavor, but you can use any donut you like and the result will … Read more

This Everything Smoked Salmon Dip is an ideal snack or appetizer — creamy, savory and bright. Cream cheese and sour cream are whipped together with torn smoked salmon, lemon, fresh herbs and plenty of everything bagel seasoning. Serve with bagel chips, pita, crackers, fresh vegetables or toast. Perfect for holiday gatherings or any time you … Read more

Quesadillas are one of my go-to meals. I usually make them at home—simple, quick, and endlessly adaptable. When life gets busy or someone in the house is close to full-on hanger, I’m the one who ends up assembling them. What I love most about quesadillas is their versatility. You can fill them with almost anything—vegetables, … Read more