Lots of delicious options for this week in May! A favorite salad, a hearty sandwich, and several easy bowls to carry you through the week. What To Eat This Week! Start the week with a blackened shrimp Caesar salad — bright, savory, and a household favorite. It’s an easy way to enjoy a restaurant-quality salad … Read more

I want to give Friday a big, fat hug. It’s been a week. That started with a Monday. I’m dramatic, so the caps help convey how rough it felt. Anyway—food helps. Would you like some lettuce wraps? If I’m craving them, you probably are too. For me, things have to be seriously delicious to be … Read more

This baked cheesy rice is incredibly simple and absolutely delicious. It’s a crowd-pleasing side that pairs with almost any main dish and is a reliable staple in my recipe collection — cheesy, easy, and fabulous. A versatile side that goes with everything. This may look like an ordinary casserole dish of rice, but trust me … Read more

Hello mint julep season. I really like you. What makes this the best thing for the Kentucky Derby? Simple: it’s a boozy fruit salad. Strawberries, mango and pineapple are tossed with chopped fresh mint and finished with a bourbon-vanilla syrup. Then I top it with a whipped marshmallow frosting because it’s irresistible. The fruit is … Read more

Can we talk about a huge issue I had last night? There was so much great television to watch. Yes — actual TV. The lineup was stacked and I found myself torn between enjoying every show and feeling like I should be doing something more productive, like reading in bed. It was a strange mix … Read more

Hello weekend! This week on the blog I shared an autumn pasta salad with maple vinaigrette, a cheesy beef enchilada bake, my favorite fall recipes for meal prep and pumpkin scones with espresso glaze. Each recipe feels cozy and perfect for the season. I also shared a roundup of my top Amazon favorites — the … Read more

We’re getting fancy today with a decadent scallop risotto that’s creamy, comforting, and perfect for a special night in. This dish pairs a silky champagne risotto with herb-studded scallops browned in butter. Finish with an extra drizzle of brown butter for a truly indulgent bite. Whether it’s a romantic dinner or a meal you make … Read more

This is the story of how four adults ate 28 ounces of cheese. I made this dip on the 4th of July. I took it to a little gathering of friends. I arrived early. This is not rare—my mother made punctuality a big deal, and I spent much of my childhood waiting after dance class, … Read more

Big picture. These are big picture cupcakes. Make them for someone you really, really like — the kind of treat that says you care. They’re impressive, memorable, and totally worth the effort. Sometimes “big picture” thinking looks like the little moments: you stop to throw away trash at the gas station and, somehow, your car … Read more

What a name. The word “slab” might sound odd, but it simply means a large, shareable pie. This chocolate cream slab pie is perfect for holidays, gatherings, or any time you want a dessert that feeds a crowd. It’s an easy, impressive option when you need to get dessert done fast. Don’t be intimidated by … Read more