Over the years I’ve shared my Thanksgiving timeline and it’s proven incredibly helpful — especially to me. This year looks different for many of us, but we’re still hosting my parents, so I’m preparing a full spread of our best classics. I don’t change the menu drastically year to year, and now that I have … Read more

Oh, Monday — why must you arrive so soon? This weekend we celebrated my youngest brother’s college graduation. It was a reminder of how fast time passes and that I’m not thrilled about getting older. The celebration included plenty of fried food, a lot of laughter, and one too many Irish car bombs. Oops.   … Read more

Oh my gosh. I’ve discovered a new pasta salad obsession. This might be the most delicious thing to come through my kitchen in months. For real. Quick backstory: I’ve never been a huge fan of pasta salad, especially the heavy, mayo-based versions you often see at picnics. Last year I made a crispy bacon pasta … Read more

I’m a sucker for winter white—whether it’s sweaters, suede skirts, hot chocolate or breakfast. This is how we do it. I have a whole Pinterest board devoted to winter white — it’s a real thing for me. The soft, creamy off-white shade feels fresh against the dreary days of winter and somehow never gets old. … Read more

Hello! This week on the blog I shared a delicious rosé coq au vin — it’s absolutely amazing. I also posted a warm winter farro salad, a roundup of 60 favorite holiday recipes, and chocolate toffee pretzel cookies. I wrote a recap of what I read in November, and there’s a new “what to eat … Read more

This summer salmon recipe is a favorite: grilled, blackened salmon topped with a vibrant chimichurri and served alongside a bright tomato-corn salad. It’s fresh, satisfying, and perfect for warm nights. Summer dinner doesn’t get much better than this. Throw the salmon on the grill and let the heat do the work. Make the chimichurri for … Read more

I just made you the best pizza in the world. I know — that phrase is overused, and I hate hearing it too. Still, after the first week of the new year, you deserve something that feels a little indulgent. You deserve pizza. This pie is piled with caramelized shallots, roasted red peppers (double the … Read more

I know—peaches. They’re everywhere this time of year. It’s especially maddening when you live someplace where a handful of really good peaches are divided among a crowd of neighbors and friends. Still, I can’t stop talking about them. I’m actually a little torn sharing this recipe because I have another peach idea coming next week … Read more

This is the easiest Thanksgiving side dish you’ll ever make. It may not be the prettiest stuffing, but it’s unbelievably delicious. A slow cooker stuffing? Yes — and it’s one of my favorite ways to serve this classic. I’m pretty particular about stuffing. It’s my absolute favorite part of the Thanksgiving meal, partly because we … Read more

This pesto pasta pie is delicious, satisfying and fun to eat. Bucatini is tossed with a cheesy filling and your favorite pesto, then baked until the outside is deeply crisp while the interior stays tender and melty. Serve with a simple salad and enjoy. This is a pie I can absolutely get behind. This pesto … Read more