I have a plan for your Thanksgiving leftovers this weekend! Think turkey, mushrooms and pillowy dumplings in a rich, savory broth — honestly the most comforting soup you can make, and it’s perfect for using up leftover turkey. This turkey and mushroom version is adapted from one of my favorite recipes on the site: creamy … Read more

In keeping with tradition, today we’re having eggnog for breakfast. Yes—eating it. For the past few years, my first post-Thanksgiving recipe has been an eggnog breakfast. The first time was accidental, then it became a favorite, and now it’s a little holiday tradition I look forward to. I’ve already made an eggnog breakfast crumble crunch … Read more

I think I’ve died and gone to heaven. I made this dessert last night and it is almost gone—literally. Technically it started as a chocolate tart, but I don’t own a tart pan and I’m not about to buy one. My kitchen storage is limited and my shoes deserve the closet space. So I turned … Read more

I’m a little weird about vegetables in winter — mostly because many of them don’t feel like vegetables at all. Squash, for example, is practically a potato in disguise. When you can mash it with brown butter, cinnamon and brown sugar, it stops being a boring green thing and becomes irresistible. Try doing that with … Read more

We’ve arrived in the heart of spring — a perfect time to refresh your weekly menu with comforting, seasonal meals. Ready to plan your meals? Here are simple, satisfying dishes to try this week. What to Eat This Week Chicken Soup Risotto — a cozy, creamy risotto enriched with tender chicken and warm flavors that … Read more

We never have pancakes or waffles on weekday mornings. Mostly that’s because Mr. How Sweet moves very slowly before coffee. Watching him shuffle around the house, dodging corners and laundry baskets in a sleepy haze, is often the highlight of my morning. Honestly, it’s that funny. My favorite moment was one early morning after we … Read more

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