We love this spicy tuna bowl — crispy rice, refreshing cucumber, plenty of sriracha and toasted sesame seeds. It’s simple to make, full of flavor, and leaves you satisfied. A perfect meal to kick off the new year. First new recipe of 2026 and it’s one to get excited about! This spicy tuna bowl is … Read more

Pumpkin burrata baked ziti is the perfect cozy fall dinner: pasta enveloped in a creamy pumpkin sauce, crowned with burrata and baked until warm and melty. Simply delicious. It’s officially pumpkin pasta season. This baked ziti features a rich, velvety pumpkin sauce, finished with torn burrata and extra parmesan, then baked until browned and bubbling. … Read more

More brownies! I can’t seem to go a full week without testing another brownie variation. Just wait until you see the next experiment I have planned. These are very simple. I used my favorite brownie recipe and folded in a few Oreos for extra crunch and flavor. You could also adapt boxed brownie mix — … Read more

These pumpkin zucchini muffins combine the best of both worlds: tender pumpkin muffins studded with chocolate chips and enriched with fresh grated zucchini for an extra veggie boost. They’re my favorite muffins for fall — soft, moist, and versatile enough for breakfast, snacks, or dessert. If you’re going to add green vegetables to pumpkin, these … Read more

Hello hello! I hope you’re doing well and finding little moments of joy. This week on the blog I continued my annual Thanksgiving series with several delicious recipes. I posted a citrus butter sage roasted turkey, a guide to making perfect turkey stock, cornbread crumb muffins, and a pumpkin mousse pie with white chocolate. Each … Read more

These game day recipes are perfect for the Super Bowl or any big game — snackable bites, crowd-pleasing appetizers, sandwiches, pastas and a few sweet treats. Ideal for a party with friends. Here are 50 of my favorite game day recipes to inspire your next gathering. Yes — 50 great recipes. Whether you’re watching the … Read more

This week tastes like summer! What’s on your menu this week? Here’s a fresh, seasonal lineup full of bright flavors, easy grilling ideas, and light dinners perfect for warm evenings. Each suggestion highlights summer produce and simple techniques to get dinner on the table without fuss. What to Eat This Week Grilled portobello burgers — … Read more

Happy weekend! We’re in New York City today for a stop on The Pretty Dish book tour. I’ll be signing copies at MacKenzie-Childs at 11 a.m., and I’m really looking forward to seeing some of you. Traveling with kids makes these visits different than before, but it’s been so much fun. If you haven’t picked … Read more

I hope you’re enjoying the peak of garden tomato season! Here’s what I’m into this weekend. EATING This weekend I’m planning to make my crispy buffalo cauliflower and maybe the ramen noodle crunch salad. I also shared 33 easy weeknight meals for back-to-school season recently — so many great, simple options worth trying. DRINKING With … Read more