Hello — I made crunchy balls of gooey cheese. Can we be friends forever? I hope so. How was your weekend? How was Thanksgiving, if you celebrated? I hosted this year and, somehow, I barely took any photos. On the bright side, the house didn’t catch fire, the stuffing wasn’t burned, and the gravy wasn’t … Read more

Say hello to Baja grain bowls—perfect for lunch, dinner, or even a late-night second helping. All the flavors I love come together in this bowl, and it’s become a go-to meal—especially with a side of tortilla chips. This bowl has seriously cured my taco cravings. I’d been ordering Mexican takeout at least twice a week, … Read more

This slow cooker brisket chili is one of our favorites — made with fire roasted tomatoes and creamy pinto beans, it’s comforting, hearty and full of smoky, well-developed flavor. Chili season is here: crisp leaves, cool air, sweaters and cozy dinners. While I’ll happily eat chili year-round, there’s something about autumn that makes it feel … Read more

We’re revisiting a family favorite today: my mom’s chicken marsala. This recipe was one of the first I ever posted, and I wanted to recreate it with the almond brown-butter green beans my mom often made so I could have the complete meal in one place. I swear I find dinner ideas more easily on … Read more

My 2024 men’s gift guide is here — a curated list of favorites I love giving Eddie and the other men in my life. These picks are versatile, practical, and things I’d happily receive myself. Whether you’re shopping for a partner, father, friend, or colleague, there’s something here for every type of guy. This collection … Read more

I’ve got a weekend treat for you! Avocado chocolate mousse — more like a silky avocado chocolate pudding — piled high with ripe summer fruit. I’m currently obsessed with berries and can’t get enough of them. Chocolate avocado pudding isn’t new here; I used to eat it almost every day. It’s so good and, in … Read more

Please excuse their ugliness. Because they sure are delicious! And don’t get too excited about the veggies—enchiladas are one of the few ways I can eat them. There’s something about sauce, cheese and tortillas that makes vegetables much more appealing. I used La Tortilla Factory tortillas for these, but any sturdy tortilla will work well. … Read more

I have something really fun for you today—especially if you love cookies. Do you like cookies? You should. And if you don’t like cookies… well, how did you end up here? I wish I could slide a warm cookie through the screen. My friends Maria and Josh just released their first cookbook yesterday, and it’s … Read more

Hello weekend! This week on the blog I shared chicken parm meatballs in vodka sauce, an autumn chopped salad, a round-up of 31 recipes to make in October, and shredded beef sandwiches. I also posted my September favorites and a recap of everything I read in August and September. If you haven’t joined my Substack … Read more

Get ready to indulge. Today we’re sharing the crispiest, most irresistible sandwich: tortilla-crusted chipotle salmon sliders. Pro tip: top them with potato chips for extra crunch. Trust me—do it. If you think you don’t like salmon, these sliders could change your mind. The salmon is coated in salty tortilla crumbs, pan-fried until golden, and layered … Read more