We’re doing it — the Thanksgiving timeline is here. With just two weeks to go, this guide will help you prep, stay organized, and actually enjoy the day with friends and family. After mentioning this on Tuesday Things last week, so many of you asked for the full timeline. I originally planned to include it … Read more

Or alternatively titled “These Cupcakes Are Really Weird and I Like It.” I never thought I’d put a vegetable into frosting, but here we are. Call it a stretch if you like—mint is green and grows in the ground—yet fresh mint in frosting is exactly what I wanted to experiment with. I adore the chocolate-and-mint … Read more

Please update your google readers! http://feeds.feedburner.com/howsweeteats/smSp When I first made this barbecue sauce, we fell head-over-heels for it. Bright and tangy with just the right hint of sweetness, it quickly became a staple — we drizzle it on salmon, pile it on nachos and even use it to dress up salads. Barbecue sauce is one … Read more

Sharing some of my favorite cozy recipes perfect for cold January evenings. These dishes are what I turn to when my family needs a warm, comforting meal that fills the belly and soothes the soul. January calls for comfort food—warm, hearty meals that make the house feel like home. Earlier this week I shared a … Read more

I’ve found the perfect way to dress up turkey burgers: guacamole. Guacamole turkey burgers, to be exact. I love guacamole on my burgers—and sometimes I even fold it into the patty. It takes a plain turkey burger and makes it exciting. I’ll confess I used to be wary of turkey burgers because of past experiences—my … Read more

This cilantro lime tortellini salad is a game changer. This tortellini salad has quickly become my go-to. It’s bright, fresh and layered with textures — chewy cheese tortellini, crisp baby kale, crunchy pepitas, tangy sun-dried tomatoes and salty crumbled cheese. Whether you serve it warm or cold, the cilantro-lime vinaigrette pulls everything together. I first … Read more

This probably comes as no surprise… hello, blood orange margaritas! I can’t resist them — and neither should you. Blood orange margaritas are bright, beautiful and perfect for any occasion. The color alone makes these my favorite cocktail. That deep, vivid hue is simply stunning. Freshly squeezed blood oranges are the key. If they aren’t … Read more

  A few weeks ago I discovered a delightful dessert—the ice cream crepe. I filled mine with vanilla ice cream and topped it with a puree of fresh strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries. Then I proceeded to make 14 of them and eat them all over the weekend.     Can you blame me?   I … Read more

To Whom It May Concern: Remember when you asked me for a crowd-pleasing appetizer and I offered four different salsas with a smile? No crostini, no baked brie, no bean dip—just fresh, crunchy salsa. It isn’t a shortcut; it’s a celebration of bright produce cut into little cubes, tossed together, and seasoned well. In the … Read more

I’m a big fan of roasted cauliflower—especially when it gets smothered in cheese. Call it sacrilege if you like, but I’ll happily rub spices on a whole cauliflower, coat it in goat cheese or another creamy topping, and roast it until it’s perfect. It’s full of flavor — truly flavor city. Roasting transforms cauliflower into … Read more