I think I need an intervention. Yesterday I was making this cinnamon sugar focaccia (OMG), and that’s not the worst part — I found myself tuned to the “country love song” station on Pandora and I honestly don’t remember how I ended up there. Ummmm, what? If you remember, I wasn’t into country music, then … Read more

So much cozy goodness on this week’s meal plan! Sheet pan dinners, pizza, soups and make-ahead salads — comfort food with simple, tasty ingredients. What’s on your menu this week? What To Eat This Week Start the week with a smoky sweet potato salad that balances roasted sweet potatoes with bright, savory flavors for a … Read more

It’s Christmas week! Below I’m sharing a selection of delicious and easy meal ideas for the week — from simple weeknight dinners to festive holiday options. Plan a few cozy meals, some lighter choices, and a couple of showstoppers for Christmas Day. What’s on your menu this week? What To Eat This Week Kick the … Read more

Hello weekend — nice to see you. On the blog this week I shared a crunchy broccoli slaw that’s the perfect side, along with a buttery Old Bay crab mac and cheese, a festive red, white and pickled blueberry burrata, and my summer 2022 reading list. I use this reading list year-round and it’s one … Read more

I think I’ve finally found my favorite latte. Favorite! The phrase “iced raspberry latte” sounds like pure heaven, doesn’t it? For some reason—maybe pregnancy cravings—I couldn’t stop thinking about one until I made it. Surprisingly, I’m not a huge raspberry fan and I don’t often reach for fresh raspberries. Yet the idea of a raspberry … Read more

Hello, friends! This week on the blog I shared honey chipotle shrimp tacos, a pumpkin granola bark, a roundup of my favorite fall salad dressings, and a chocolate pretzel tart. I also posted my fall 2022 reading list. Find a new weekly menu and a look at a week in our life on the blog … Read more

Bringing in winter with all the goodness! What’s on your menu this week? What To Eat This Week This week’s cozy menu is full of warming, seasonal dishes that are easy to make and full of flavor. Below are recipe ideas to keep dinners satisfying and bright through the colder days. Each suggestion highlights comforting … Read more

I’m still wondering if I can get through the next 27 days living off cookies alone. Since that probably won’t work, pizza seems like the logical alternative. On Thanksgiving morning I told Eddie, “Do you know what I really, desperately want?” He had no idea — I always want everything, except whatever he suggests — … Read more

Charred, smoky chimichurri grilled chicken paired with a bright couscous salad tossed with feta and tomatoes — simple, flavorful and perfect for warm nights. Say hello to an easy new favorite for weeknights or weekend grilling. This chicken turns out tender and juicy with a wonderful char from the grill. The couscous salad is light … Read more

In true Jessica fashion, I’ve discovered a new favorite meal. Not surprising—my favorites change often—but this one is a keeper. So good, in fact, that both nights I ate it I didn’t even want dessert. I doubt that had anything to do with the fact I’d already had dessert for lunch, but still. Speaking of … Read more