All your breakfast — or brunch — dreams are about to come true with these one-hour cinnamon rolls. They’re festive, fast and perfect for a holiday morning when you want something impressive without spending the whole day in the kitchen. Make them for brunch, serve them with a little eggnog on the side (or a … Read more

HELLO summer fridays! I love you so much. CREATING I’m picturing an outdoor picnic spread: a cozy blanket, a wicker basket and plenty of rosé. Ideally at sunset or during an outdoor movie—simple, relaxed and perfect for lingering conversations. SIPPING I can’t get enough of lavender lemonade lately. I never expected to become a lavender … Read more

Frankly, I’m in a serious blueberry mood. And it includes peaches — one of my favorite breakfasts or snacks: chia pudding in a bowl. I usually make chia in jars, but this version is meant to be eaten quickly. It doesn’t need to sit overnight; in about 15 to 20 minutes it sets up enough … Read more

These cheeseburger crunchwraps are unbelievable: melty cheesy beef, tangy house sauce, a crunchy tostada shell, sharp cheddar, fresh tomatoes, crisp lettuce and bright pickled onions. Crispy, textural, and totally crave-worthy. I’ve got one more game-day recipe for you this weekend — and you have to try this one. This mash-up takes a juicy cheeseburger filling, … Read more

You guys! Yesterday marked ten years since I started blogging. Ten years — can you believe it? That’s a decade in my favorite place, right here with all of you. Ten years of recipes, rambles, and plenty of run-on sentences. These days I describe the blog as a kind of coming-of-age story. It’s not a … Read more

I am turning into a sandwich person. I’ve never been much of a sandwich person — until now. A sandwich like this could convert anyone. Lately I crave sandwiches that are toasted, layered with a little meat (or none), lots of cheese — often several kinds — and plenty of texture. Vegetables are optional; the … Read more

I’ve had to get a bit more creative with dinner during this blizzard. While my husband is eager to leave the house to go to work, the gym, and run errands, I prefer to stay curled up on the couch with my feet up. I had about 16 different ideas for dinner last night, all … Read more

It’s hard to believe we’re entering the last official week of summer — time flew by. I hope you have a wonderful weekend: eat extra s’mores, sip some rosé, and maybe take one more dip in a pool. Earlier this week I shared a collection of kid and baby favorites, plus a 10-month update on … Read more

Trashed-up hot chocolate is the way to go. It’s officially hot chocolate season, so I built a full-on hot chocolate bar inspired by a recent trip with Lindt. After spending nearly a week in New Hampshire and Boston visiting Lindt’s corporate offices and touring a chocolate plant, I came home obsessed — and ready to … Read more

Hello, my favorite kale caesar salad! You gorgeous thing, you. I could eat you every single day! My kale Caesar isn’t revolutionary, but it’s one I’ve made for years — close to a decade, maybe more. I’ve shared versions of this dressing and similar salads across the blog, but this post is a clear, dedicated … Read more