Word on the street is that I post quite a few recipes featuring peanut butter. You might not have noticed them all, but this one stands out. It combines three of the best flavors known to humankind: chocolate, peanut butter and banana. This loaf is only narrowly beaten by bacon-and-chocolate in terms of surprising perfection. … Read more

Peaches are finally doing exactly what I’ve been hoping for. They’re ripe, juicy and fragrant — the perfect thing to bite into when the heat makes everything sticky. A huge, sun-warmed peach is refreshingly satisfying in a way that’s different from, but comparable to, a gooey triple chocolate fudge brownie. Success with peaches feels a … Read more

Hello weekend! This week on the blog I shared some exciting news: my new cookbook, Easy Everyday, is now available for preorder! I also posted a variety of new recipes, including baked BBQ chicken drumsticks, a hearty quinoa and white bean soup, a collection of blood orange recipes, and a comforting broccoli cheddar chicken pot … Read more

You could say that after the cake batter bark, I developed a serious bark obsession. It’s more than a passing fancy — I keep thinking about new flavor combinations, textures, colors, and ways to layer bark. No, I don’t have a life. (Also, have you seen this bark? I swear she reads my mind.) To … Read more

This mozzarella chicken is stuffed with cheese, baked in a fire-roasted tomato sauce and served with a Parmesan herb orzo. It’s cozy, comforting and absolutely delicious. If you need a warm, satisfying dinner idea tonight, this recipe delivers. This mozzarella-stuffed chicken is baked in a skillet of fire-roasted tomatoes and served alongside my Parmesan herb … Read more

Happy summer Fridays! XO EATING I’m still deep in a strawberry phase. We haven’t made it to strawberry picking yet, but we’re enjoying locally grown berries and I can’t stop thinking about strawberry focaccia and a strawberry grilled chicken poppyseed salad. BAKING Make the strawberry cobbler bars — seriously, run don’t walk. They’re fantastic. The … Read more

This slider bar is sponsored by St Pierre. I’m excited to partner with them this summer to share delicious, easy entertaining ideas. A slider bar is my kind of gathering — bacon and cheese, ripe summer tomatoes, crisp lettuce and a variety of condiments all set out so everyone can build their perfect bite. A … Read more

I mean, it’s like we’re drinking salad. It’s so green that I feel healthier just looking at it. Don’t you? I adore cocktails with a touch of cucumber—when balanced right. Too much cucumber and the drink can start to taste like salad, and not in a good way. Eddie absolutely hates cucumbers. If he orders … Read more

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This grilled shrimp orzo is a fabulous summer meal: smoky shrimp tossed with tender orzo, sweet corn, fresh herbs and tangy feta, all finished with a bright chili-lime dressing. Serve warm or chilled—delicious either way. Dinner is ready! This orzo salad is perfect for summer and makes a filling, flavorful meal. Juicy grilled shrimp, sweet … Read more