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Smoky Grilled Chicken Nachos with Chipotle Ranch Dressing

These smoky grilled chicken nachos are grilled until the cheddar is perfectly melty, finished with a tangy chipotle ranch and piled with toppings. My favorites: quick pico de gallo, creamy guacamole and pickled onions. Ideal snack or game-day food. Nachos on a Friday night? Yes, please. These are effortless, loaded with toppings, and perfect for … Read more

Amaretto-Spiked Apple Crisp Recipe for Fall Desserts

I have come to a conclusion. My love for fruit runs deep—so much so that vegetables rarely compete for my affection. Fruit always wins, and maybe a little of that is due to the sugar. Just maybe. There isn’t a fruit I don’t enjoy, but fall fruits hold a special place in my heart. Apples … Read more

Grilled BBQ Chicken Pizza for Summer Cookouts

This is our favorite BBQ chicken pizza — a true slice of summer. Grilled from start to finish, it combines smoky char, sweet summer corn, tangy BBQ sauce, creamy ranch, bright herbs and a finishing sprinkle of pickled onions. Pure deliciousness. Everything I want on a pizza is right here: crunchy charred edges, tender grilled … Read more

Currently Crushing On: What It Means and How to Handle a New Crush

These are some of my current favorite recipes and food-inspired finds from around the web. Each one caught my eye for flavor, creativity, or pure comfort—thought you might like them too.

• Tiramisu churro with warm coffee custard — an indulgent mash-up that truly astonished me.

• Sweet potato muffins with marshmallow frosting — a cozy, nostalgic treat I can’t stop thinking about.

• Light turkey and corn chowder — a comforting, lighter take on chowder that’s perfect for chilly nights.

• Blinged-out cookies — festive, adorable cookies that add sparkle to any holiday spread.

• Leftover pumpkin pie milkshake (with real pie!) — a brilliant way to turn leftovers into something decadent.

• Truffled popcorn — my go-to snack when I want something special and savory.

• Fried calamari with a honey-drizzle cilantro aioli — crispy, sweet, and tangy; one of my favorite appetizers.

This white chocolate raspberry granola is an irresistible snack: sweet and salty, creamy and tangy, crunchy and crisp. Enjoy it with milk, sprinkled over yogurt, or straight from the jar. It’s wonderful for breakfast or any time you need a delicious bite. This may be the best granola I’ve made yet. Rolled oats and flaky … Read more

Broccoli Pesto Tortellini Salad Recipe for Summer Meals

This broccoli pesto tortellini salad is easy to make and full of flavor. A bright homemade broccoli-arugula pesto coats tender cheese tortellini, then juicy cherry tomatoes and shaved Parmesan finish the dish. Fresh, colorful and satisfying. More tortellini please! We’re making broccoli pesto tortellini today, and it’s a winner. The pesto blends blanched broccoli with … Read more

20 Creative Recipes to Transform Your Thanksgiving Leftovers

Delicious ideas for using Thanksgiving leftovers, from soups and salads to mashed potato waffles, breakfast hashes, and coffee cake. Make the most of every last bite of your holiday meal.

I adore the Thanksgiving feast, but I’m just as enthusiastic about the leftovers.

In my family, enjoying leftovers the day after Thanksgiving is a beloved tradition. It’s relaxed and casual: on Friday, whether for lunch or dinner, everyone gathers again to dig into warmed-up portions from the night before. That day has its own charm.

We love leftover turkey, but only for a short while—usually a day or two—so I like to transform our extras into new, exciting meals for the rest of the weekend. Below are my favorite ideas for breakfasts, brunches, lunches, dinners, and even desserts. Think coffee cake, mashed potato waffles, soups, salads, and sandwiches.

And a quick tip: any recipe that calls for shredded chicken can be made with turkey instead—easy and delicious.

20 Thanksgiving Leftover Recipes

I do this one foolish thing. It’s embarrassing, but I keep watching the same movie—Dear John—hoping the ending will somehow be different each time. It seems to be on TV constantly, and every time the credits roll I want to throw the remote and shout, “But why?!” Yes, I’ve probably griped about this before. Maybe … Read more

Homemade Nutella Soft-Serve Recipe: Creamy Chocolate-Hazelnut Ice Cream

Yes — you read that right.

Nutella soft serve.

NUTELLA soft serve.

Nutella SOFT SERVE!

Made in your kitchen. At home. By you. No dry ice required.

Also: Nutella-dipped cones with bright sprinkles.

Happy weekend! I hope you’re staying warm wherever you are. xoxo Stay tuned for my favorites later this week! What I’m loving this week: I’m loving a playful funfetti cake — such a cheerful treat for any occasion. I really want a bowl of roasted butternut squash soup this week — comforting, creamy, and perfect … Read more