Cashew Chicken Recipe: Stir-Fry with Garlic and Chili

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I have another chicken dish for you that won’t disappoint. I’m not sure this fits the strictest definition of cashew chicken — I don’t always know how “traditional” versions are made, and this one was mostly improvised. Still, it’s essentially cashew chicken, How Sweet style: a spin on my crunchy honey chicken with a few … Read more

45 Cozy Fall Dinners to Warm Your Weeknight Menu

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Here are my favorite fall dinner recipes—cozy, comforting, and full of autumn flavors. Enjoy! Hello! I’m a little obsessed with fall dinners. It might seem early, and we’re still enjoying late-summer produce, but if you like planning dinners ahead, this curated list will help you map out comforting, seasonal meals. Think roasted squash, savory pumpkin, … Read more

Decadent Vanilla Bean Chocolate Layer Cake Recipe

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Here’s the big question. Are you a chocolate or vanilla person? I can never decide. It depends entirely on my mood. Sometimes I want a deeply fudgy chocolate base, other times I crave the clarity of vanilla bean. When it comes to desserts, I often choose the over-the-top version—how many treats can you stack inside … Read more

Spicy Sausage & Kale Skillet Lasagna Recipe

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Let’s throw everything in a skillet and call it lasagna! Skillet lasagna, that is. We have meat, a green vegetable, noodles, ricotta, marinara and some melty mozzarella—so yes, this absolutely counts as lasagna. It’s fun when you can bend the rules! Even though the new year has begun, the first full week always feels long. … Read more

Cranberry Cobbler Bars Recipe: Chewy-Topped Holiday Dessert

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Hellllo cranberry cobbler bars! This is a perfect holiday dessert you can make ahead. It’s a great option if you’re not into pumpkin — and yes, it’s a gorgeous hot-pink color! These bars are inspired by a blueberry-peach cobbler bar but with a seasonal cranberry twist. They begin with a buttery shortbread crust, a fruity … Read more

Bucatini with Slow-Cooked Short Rib Sauce

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Something completely unexpected is happening. I’ve been craving tomato sauce. This is a big deal for me. If you’ve followed along for a while, you know I’m not usually a tomato-sauce person. I prefer very little sauce on my pizza and I rarely reach for pasta with a red sauce. It’s just not my thing. … Read more

Weekend French Onion Meatballs: Savory Comfort Recipe

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Here’s how we’re spending the weekend: making French onion meatballs right now. Hi — I’m back with another French onion recipe. I KNOW. I realize I’ve been turning everything into French onion this year, but I can’t help it. This might be the last one… unless it isn’t. This year alone I made French onion … Read more

Savory French Onion Galette Recipe for Crispy Caramelized Onions

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This French onion galette is elegant yet simple. A flaky Gruyère and thyme crust holds sweet, caramelized onions, baked until golden and comforting. Serve warm with a green salad for a complete, satisfying meal. Here’s a special, easy dish you can make for a celebratory dinner or a cozy night in. This galette feels fancy … Read more

Mini Whole-Wheat BBQ Chicken Calzones Recipe

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See this pan? That pan belonged to Mother Lovett and I’ve seriously wrecked it. She kept it spotless for decades, and when I inherited it in 2009 I let it go. You might call it “seasoned,” but mostly it’s the result of my habit of avoiding dishes for hours after cooking. On a good day … Read more

Winter Brussels Sprouts Bowl with Toasted Farro and Maple Tahini Dressing

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This Brussels sprouts farro bowl is an ideal winter meal: toasted farro, roasted Brussels sprouts with pine nuts and citrus, crumbled feta, all finished with a bright citrus vinaigrette. There’s nothing I love more on a cold day than a hearty grain bowl. This bowl combines nutty toasted farro, caramelized Brussels sprouts and red onion, … Read more