Sooooo yeah. I did this. Over the holiday break I found myself making a lot of homemade liqueurs. My cousin and I had already made candy cane vodka and homemade amaretto, and once I started I didn’t want to stop. I wanted something rich, creamy and comforting to enjoy over the long weekend, so I … Read more

Mac and cheese is pure comfort food to me. Mother Lovett made a creamy, delicious macaroni and cheese that I always tried to perfect. She used to tell me my version was “too dry” — admittedly, I never used six pounds of Velveeta. One thing I have no restraint about when it comes to mac … Read more

{via} Here are some of my current favorite recipes and treats from around the web—perfect inspiration for summer and beyond. Spicy watermelon, mint, and lime granita — refreshing and bright for hot days. Breakfast quinoa with stewed blackberries — full of bold flavor and texture. Roasted blueberry and cream matcha popsicles — sweet, creamy, and … Read more

You might want to cover your ears for this one. After the first bite I couldn’t stop exclaiming — this cake is that good. I’m a total basketcase over it. See that fluffy texture? It comes from whipped egg whites folded into the batter. I attempted to beat them by hand — because why not … Read more

Here are some of my current favorite food and drink discoveries from around the web—simple, delicious, and totally worth bookmarking. Peanut butter and chocolate swirl bread — an irresistible mashup of rich chocolate and nutty peanut butter baked into swirled loaf form. Perfect for toast or an indulgent snack. Coconut oil latte — a cozy, … Read more

Hello! This week on the blog I shared my favorite Thanksgiving appetizer roundup, plus a collection of recipes to make with your leftovers and my annual holiday baking list. All of my gift guides are live. Find curated ideas for every person and budget, including: Women Men Kids Parents / In-laws Hosts Under $25 Kitchen … Read more

Hello! This week on the blog I shared a delicious crispy broccoli cheddar chicken, along with saucy fire-roasted spaghetti squash, hot honey chipotle BBQ chicken nachos, and cheeseburger crunchwraps — so much great game-day food. There’s also a new weekly menu and a peek at a week in our life if you want meal inspiration … Read more

This is so fitting. At this time of year our house is overflowing with candy — and then someone decides to make their own treats. Guilty as charged. It’s totally normal. My husband is the one who insists on handing out the oversized king-size bars to trick-or-treaters every year. He’s not into neighbor chit-chat, but … Read more

These black bean smashburgers are my favorite veggie burger. A simple black bean mixture is smashed into a hot skillet until it’s thin and crisp. Top with cheddar, add lettuce and tomato, and you’re in burger heaven. Weekend burgers are on the menu! This black bean burger is full of flavor with the crispiest edges. … Read more