I didn’t know a salad could steal my heart until I tried this soft pretzel panzanella. Yes—hot soft pretzels belong in salad. Trust me: it’s one of the best flavor combinations for fall. If you’ve ever had extra soft pretzels after a pretzel bar or a party, they make brilliant bread chunks for a panzanella. … Read more

Today we honor and remember all those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country, and we express our gratitude to the men and women who continue to protect and serve. Their courage, dedication, and selflessness are the foundation of our freedom. On this Memorial Day, take a moment to reflect on the service and … Read more

Or, the 15-minute meal I can’t stop eating. These tacos are ridiculously easy and genuinely addictive. They’ve become my go-to breakfast and an effortless dinner on nights when I don’t feel like cooking or when Eddie isn’t home. If you’ve ever stared at the fridge and decided nothing sounds good while still being hungry, these … Read more

This chicken meatball noodle soup is a delicious twist on the classic. Mini chicken meatballs float in a savory Parmesan broth with orzo, finely grated carrots, and tender celery. Comforting, flavorful, and easy to love. Happy first day of fall! To celebrate, it’s soup time. This chicken meatball orzo soup takes all the familiar comforts … Read more

I’m excited to share that I’ve partnered with a local bookshop to offer signed copies of my new cookbook, Easy Everyday. We’ve done signed editions for my previous books and it’s always been a wonderful way for readers to receive a personalized copy or to pick up a thoughtful gift. Many people order multiples to … Read more

{via} Hi everyone — how are you? We’re fully into fall over here and planning to hit a few more apple and autumn festivals this weekend. One festival is never enough. Follow along on Instagram and Snapchat if you want a peek at our weekend adventures. If you’re feeling hungry, I posted a butternut shells … Read more

Happy Saturday! This week on the blog I shared a delicious buffalo chicken spaghetti squash, plus indulgent French onion stuffed shells and a roundup of favorite recipes for Valentine’s Day. I also posted crowd-pleasing cheeseburger sliders that people have been loving. On the lifestyle side, I published a recap of everything I read in January … Read more

Or, how to survive Monday with chicken egg drop soup. This is a MONDAY. The gray, dreary middle of January stretches on and we need something warm and restorative: chicken egg drop soup. Chicken egg drop soup for the win. 2019 was the year I fell (again) for chicken noodle soup. For a long time, … Read more

I’m about to ask you a weird question. Ready? What’s your favorite salad? It may seem odd that I care about something so small, but I really want to know. My ideal salad — the one I’d choose if it were my last meal — starts with tender butter lettuce and is piled with crispy … Read more

Forgive me. I know exactly what I’m doing. If a dish made with butter, olive oil and wine is wrong, I don’t want to be right. Ever. Oh — and don’t forget the garlic. This shrimp scampi was one of the very first meals I made for Mr. How Sweet. It was February 2007; I … Read more