Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays! Wishing you a joyful Christmas and a peaceful holiday season. Your support and presence here every day mean everything to me — I’m so grateful to share this space with you. Thank you for reading, commenting, and being part of this community; your encouragement inspires everything I create. This time … Read more
Time to make August taste delicious! It’s hard to believe it’s already August — peak season for summer produce. Let’s take advantage of the bounty and enjoy bright, fresh meals all week long. Monday: Start the week with a Southwest salmon salad. This dish is wonderfully flexible — swap in what you have on hand, … Read more
Buffalo Brussels sprouts are on the menu this weekend! Crispy, golden Brussels sprouts roasted with buffalo wing sauce, melty blue cheese, pickled onions and an optional drizzle of ranch — a bold, tangy twist on a classic vegetable that makes for an irresistible appetizer or side. Can you say HEAVEN? I’m a huge fan of … Read more
Bet you never thought I’d suggest roasted broccoli on toast. It might have seemed unlikely back in 2012, but here we are: broccoli on toast, and I’m into it. I don’t even know. But I like it. Putting vegetables on toast has become my favorite way to eat them. I’ve been topping toast for years, … Read more
Christmas comes early… Okay, not really — but these bright red and green cocktails are seriously festive. How much more fun would your holiday gatherings be with a tray of these pomegranate margaritas? Ugh. Let’s make that happen. Like five minutes ago. I only noticed how perfectly “Christmasy” they looked while uploading photos, which is … Read more
We love this Caprese puff pastry. Flaky puff pastry is layered with fresh basil pesto, juicy ripe tomatoes, fresh mozzarella and a drizzle of balsamic glaze. It makes a simple weeknight dinner or an elegant summer appetizer. This truly tastes like a sheet pan of summer. This puff pastry is spread with bright basil pesto, … Read more
Oh how I am so in love with this butternut white chicken chili! It’s felt like ages since I shared a weeknight dinner recipe. I spent the last couple of weeks focused on a Thanksgiving menu and all the holiday details, which was so fun, but we still need easy, comforting dinners on busy nights. … Read more
This is our favorite Caesar pasta salad. Made with a tangy Greek yogurt Caesar dressing, it’s an easy, flavorful dish that works as a starter, a side, or the base for chicken, steak, seafood, tofu, or chickpeas. We love Caesar salad in many forms, and this summery version — with tender pasta and golden sourdough … Read more
These sourdough slab biscuits are fluffy, tender, and tangy — made with sourdough discard and sharp cheddar. Perfect for a holiday spread or a quick weeknight dinner. I’ve got your bread for Thanksgiving! These sourdough slab biscuits might be my new favorite. They’re tender, airy, and have the ideal crumb with that bright, tangy sourdough … Read more
These pumpkin baked oatmeal cups are a favorite — comforting, flavorful, and perfect for prepping ahead. I make two versions: pumpkin cheesecake and pumpkin chocolate chip. Both are great served warm or chilled. This recipe is an easy addition to the breakfast rotation all season long. Filled with pumpkin pie spices, chewy oats, and optional … Read more