Save 25% on Everyday Essentials — Limited Time Offer

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Exciting news! Good news for home cooks: the cookbook Easy Everyday is available for 25% off when you preorder through Barnes & Noble tomorrow. At checkout, enter coupon code PREORDER25 to claim the discount. What you’ll find inside More than 100 simple, flavorful recipes designed for everyday cooking. A wide variety of dishes, including many … Read more

Homemade Lobster Bisque Recipe: Rich, Creamy, and Flavorful

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Can we just snuggle up and eat lobster bisque for the rest of the year? Being able to make lobster bisque at home has changed everything. It’s rich, comforting and easier than you might think. This version borrows from earlier lobster pot pie recipes I’ve made and refines the flavors into a silky, restaurant-quality bisque … Read more

Currently Crushing On: Top Celebrity Obsessions Right Now

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Hello weekend! This week on the blog I shared a strawberry pistachio salad with crispy chicken, a burst tomato ricotta hot honey tart, a roundup of 35+ tacos & margaritas, and lemon cream scones. I also rounded up all of my warm weather essentials. My Substack newsletter is published weekly where I share something new … Read more

Cheeseburger Soup Recipe: Creamy, Savory Comfort Bowl

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This is our favorite cheeseburger soup recipe! Ground beef, carrots, celery, potatoes and more, plus cheddar and herbs — cozy, comforting and perfect for a chilly night. Ready to make the best soup this weekend? This cheeseburger soup is packed with carrots, potatoes and ground beef, finished with melty cheddar and bright herbs. It truly … Read more

Current Crushes: Who and What I’m Loving Now

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Happy weekend! I’ve rounded up what I shared this week on the blog and a few of my favorite things I’m loving right now. This week on the blog I posted easy bang bang salmon bowls and a comforting chicken parmesan gnocchi soup. I also shared a collection of game day recipes for the Super … Read more

25 Patriotic 4th of July Recipes for Your Backyard BBQ

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Here are a collection of delicious recipes perfect for your 4th of July celebration. Whether you’re hosting a small gathering or cooking for yourself, these favorites cover salads, mains, sides, desserts, and refreshing drinks to make the holiday feel special. It feels like summer is just getting started this year, but the holiday is a … Read more

General Tso’s Chicken Recipe: Crispy, Sweet-Spicy Takeout Classic

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Can’t believe I almost forgot to tell you about this General Tso’s chicken. Where did my head go? This has become our go-to chicken dish and a favorite weeknight dinner. The sauce is bold and satisfying but lighter on sugar than most homemade General Tso recipes I’ve tried, which makes it feel a bit fresher … Read more

Ricotta Gnocchi with Creamy Asparagus Pesto Recipe

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This bowl contains all the ingredients for a happy Monday — with wine on the side. And what if I told you this can be done in one hour? Homemade pasta — in an hour — with minimal mess, coated in a garlicky, cheesy asparagus pesto. Sound good? Because I’m feeling all the feelings. Ricotta … Read more

Slow-Cooker Tomato Sauce Recipe for Rich, Homemade Flavor

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Today I’m admitting to a little hypocrisy. Well, sort of. If you’ve followed this blog for even five minutes, you know tomato sauce isn’t my favorite. I like some Italian dishes in moderation, but overall it’s my least-loved cuisine and most tomato sauces don’t do it for me—except for a light smear on pizza. Given … Read more

Triple Melon Salad with Blue Cheese & Lemon Vinaigrette

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This savory triple melon ball salad is ideal for summer: juicy fresh melon tossed in a bright lemon vinaigrette, finished with crumbled blue cheese and toasted walnuts. A sweet-and-savory combination that feels effortless and craveable. If you love sweet-and-savory flavor pairings, this one is for you. I’m definitely a fan — a savory element with … Read more