To Whom It May Concern: Remember when you asked me for a crowd-pleasing appetizer and I offered four different salsas with a smile? No crostini, no baked brie, no bean dip—just fresh, crunchy salsa. It isn’t a shortcut; it’s a celebration of bright produce cut into little cubes, tossed together, and seasoned well. In the … Read more

I’m a big fan of roasted cauliflower—especially when it gets smothered in cheese. Call it sacrilege if you like, but I’ll happily rub spices on a whole cauliflower, coat it in goat cheese or another creamy topping, and roast it until it’s perfect. It’s full of flavor — truly flavor city. Roasting transforms cauliflower into … Read more

Happy Saturday! Wishing you a wonderful weekend filled with good food and relaxation. xoxo What I’m loving this week: Berry crinkle cookies — such a sweet, colorful treat that’s perfect for sharing. Homemade cheese crackers — crunchy, cheesy, and impossible to resist. Persian love cake — delicate, fragrant, and absolutely gorgeous. All-natural red velvet cake … Read more

Annnnd a pistachio macaroon crumble on top. Save me. Isn’t that the fluffiest cake of love you’ve ever seen? I could bury my face right into that center. The taste and texture are incredible — I can hardly contain my excitement. Are you ready to talk about cheesecake perfection? Just look at this. !!!!!! And … Read more

One more grilled corn recipe. One more! Hello. I took my favorite summer flavor and turned it into a dip. This whipped Mexican grilled corn dip captures those final moments of summer: sweet, smoky corn brightened with fresh lime and scattered with crumbly queso fresco. It’s perfect for snacks, appetizers, or a casual night on … Read more

I’ve got your weekend watermelon! Weekend watermelon sangria, that is. This time of year I can’t seem to get enough watermelon. After months without it, June always pulls me back in. No surprise — watermelon is bright, juicy and perfect for summer cocktails. I’ve loved watermelon forever — even the artificial watermelon flavor from childhood. … Read more

Hi! Summer is here, and that means it’s time to embrace the baked beans season. Even if you’re making them just for yourself, you deserve excellent baked beans. I wasn’t always a baked bean fan, but a crockpot bourbon version I tried years ago converted me. Since then I’ve come to believe no cookout is … Read more

Surprise! You can order my newest cookbook today! I’m thrilled to announce Easy Everyday, my latest cookbook. Packed with over 100 thoughtfully tested recipes, it covers every meal of the day—from breakfasts that keep you full, to make-ahead lunches, weeknight dinners, snacks for entertaining, dreamy desserts, and both boozy and alcohol-free drinks. Think of it … Read more

Hello weekend! This week on the blog I shared chili lime salmon bites with mango slaw, a chopped wedge salad, and my 4th of July recipe guide. There’s also a new Summer Fridays post, and if you haven’t subscribed to my Substack yet, you can sign up to get more behind-the-scenes content and roundups. I … Read more

Hi everyone! I’m excited to introduce Caylin Harris, a talented writer, crafter, and stylist who’s created a set of adorable foodie-themed DIYs so I can finally enjoy crafting. I met Caylin at the MacKenzie‑Childs headquarters and was blown away by her creativity. Her work has appeared in publications like The Kitchn, Good Housekeeping, Parents, Family … Read more