I don’t think I’ve ever been this excited to share a recipe: cake batter chocolate bark. It’s fun, colorful, and dangerously easy to eat. There’s a cheeky secret in this bark: a spoonful of actual yellow cake mix folded into melted white chocolate. It gives the white chocolate that unmistakable cake-batter flavor and a silky, … Read more

This started as a simple loaf cake that became something a little more playful. I found irresistibly ripe strawberries at the market and knew instantly I wanted “strawberries and cream” in dessert form. The berries smelled sweet and bright the moment I picked them up — exactly how I wait all year for them to … Read more

On a garlicky herb crust! This pizza is a flavor explosion — bold, savory, smoky and bright all at once. Ready for the full rundown? Here’s what you get: Crispy, candied, spicy bacon bits. Generous blankets of melty smoked blue cheese. Plenty of fresh herbs for brightness. A thin, ultra-crisp crust studded with garlic and … Read more

I just had a delightful revelation. Just minutes ago I realized something that made me laugh: s’mores can feel like a healthy treat. Hear me out. Consider the classic s’more: a modest cracker base, a small piece of chocolate—dark, ideally, for the antioxidants—and a marshmallow that puffs up and creates the sensation of eating more. … Read more

I made us more salad! More chopped salad, to be exact — my favorite kind. Everything is cut into small, bite-sized pieces that look pretty and make every forkful satisfying. But if you showed up for lunch at my house, I wouldn’t always serve salad. Entertaining is the perfect excuse to indulge in something rich … Read more

This winter burst tomato sauce delivers fresh, bright tomato flavor in the middle of winter. Whole cherry tomatoes are cooked with plenty of garlic until they burst, creating a silky sauce that clings to tender pasta. It’s simple, comforting, and delicious. This is one of my favorite weeknight dinners lately. This sauce is rich and … Read more

Happy Saturday! I hope you’re enjoying the first weekend of August — it’s hard to believe we’re already here. We’re kicking off the weekend with breakfast at the children’s museum and have some fun plans ahead. What are you up to? P.S. This week I shared my beauty favorites and lifestyle picks over on Crumbs, … Read more

It’s macadamia nut cheeseball time! I love sharing something easy right before Thanksgiving — a recipe you can still make in time for the holiday. If you’re looking for a fresh appetizer to add to your spread, this macadamia nut cheeseball is dreamy and seasonal, and it pairs beautifully with the flavors of a Thanksgiving … Read more

Many days I suffer from “cooker’s block.” I want to cook, but I have no idea what I actually want to eat. More than wanting to cook, I want to enjoy a good meal. Cooking is simply the vehicle to get there. Over the past few months I’ve tried several recipes I discovered on food … Read more