This sun-dried tomato gnocchi is the ultimate comfort food. I’m a huge fan of gnocchi. As a kid I didn’t like most pasta, but gnocchi was the one I loved — fluffy and cloud-like with the perfect bite. I can never get enough. One of our favorite local restaurants serves an incredible gnocchi in a … Read more

I’ve got Mediterranean turkey burgers on the menu today and they’re surprisingly delicious. It turns out I don’t hate turkey burgers — at least not when they’re dressed up like this. Early in our marriage, Eddie ate turkey burgers so often that I formed a strong (and not entirely flattering) opinion of them. His routine … Read more

I’m having a bit of a burger problem. It’s been about six months and I can’t stop thinking about burgers. I want them constantly — multiple times a week — which feels strange because this craving is relatively new. I’m not picky anymore. Well, sort of: I won’t go below a Five Guys burger, but … Read more

So many delicious favorites are on the menu this week! Whether you’re planning quick weeknight dinners or something a bit more indulgent, there are plenty of tasty options to choose from. What are you cooking this week? This Week’s Menu Warm BBQ chickpea pitas — a comforting, plant-forward option that’s perfect for busy nights when … Read more

Maple roasted carrots make an irresistible side dish. Roasted until caramelized, they’re finished with creamy goat cheese, crunchy toasted hazelnuts and bright fresh herbs for a simple, flavorful plate. These carrots are roasted with maple syrup and olive oil, then topped with toasted hazelnuts, crumbled goat cheese and a scattering of herbs. The result is … Read more

It all begins with peanut butter. Don’t most things start with peanut butter? Lunches as a kid, first days of school, breakfast every morning… Maybe it’s just me. Sometimes I feel like my life revolves around peanut butter (and chocolate, of course). Not complaining—just saying. I adapted a whole wheat chocolate peanut butter pancake recipe, … Read more

[Pittsburgh friends! I’m signing books tomorrow — Saturday, Sept 6 — at South Hills Village Barnes & Noble. Come play!] And cinnamon honey butter. Oh my gosh. It’s September — am I still allowed to talk about peaches? If I can find good ones here, you can probably find them almost anywhere. There are still … Read more

I’m doing the Friday dance. My version of celebrating the end of the week involves blasting something ridiculous — maybe Kenny Loggins — and occasionally replaying Thrift Shop more times than I care to admit. But snacks make everything better, so here: granola. This coconut butter granola has quickly become my go-to snack. I know … Read more

I know — I thought I was done with all of those obnoxious grilled cheese sandwiches too. …apparently not. I feel a little guilty because just a week ago I was writing about brussels sprouts with bread and cheese, and now here I am again — brussels sprouts, bread, and cheese. Maybe I need to … Read more