Happy weekend! I’m feeling nostalgic looking at this photo I took a few years ago in Nantucket — I want to go back. What are you up to this weekend? This week I shared several posts over on Crumbs, including my beauty favorites, lifestyle picks, a Memorial Day weekend recap and my summer reading list. … Read more

Here’s a look at my top cookbook picks for holiday gifting in 2017. This list focuses mainly on cookbooks released in 2017, but I’ve included a few older favorites I wouldn’t leave out. If you missed it, there’s also last year’s book gift guide. HowSweetEats 2017 Cookbook Holiday Gift Guide: Weekday Weekend — A book … Read more

Hello Friday! Here’s what the weekend looks like! EATING Some favorites for the weekend: a bright strawberry avocado salsa and a refreshing cucumber melon salad. I’m also making the best-ever baked beans—true crowd-pleasers—and pulling together recipes from my complete Fourth of July recipe guide for easy entertaining. DRINKING For something cooling and a little spicy, … Read more

My peppermint bark glow-up is this candy cane buttercrunch. Think caramelly, crunchy toffee topped with peppermint bark — buttery, crisp, chocolatey and pepperminty all at once. I’m not usually obsessed with peppermint bark, but I always love the crunch of the candy canes. Texture matters, and this candy cane buttercrunch delivers on crunch in a … Read more

I have a whole collection of delicious Easter recipes ready for you to try. Last year I shared a few Easter menus you could make at home, and this year I’ve gathered an expanded list of favorites. Mix and match to create the perfect brunch or dinner menu—whatever suits your celebration. P.S. If you’re looking … Read more

I had a perfect shopping day today. For me, that means finding items I’ve been wanting for months. For Mr. How Sweet, it means I probably spent too much. Oh well — everything will be put to good use, and he’ll benefit from most of it. I can’t wait to snack on… Absolutely addicting. I … Read more

December is in full swing, and this week’s menu is absolutely delicious. We’ve got an enticing lineup of salads, potatoes, pasta and tacos ready to make your week easy and tasty. What To Make This Week: Start the week with zucchini bolognese lasagna. It’s rich, comforting and one of those recipes that tastes even better … Read more

The most comforting ravioli soup is here to warm you up today. I’m back with an incredibly easy soup that’s perfect for a quick, delicious weeknight dinner. This recipe is simple—and that’s exactly the point—but it delivers comforting, big flavors. If you enjoyed my homemade Spaghettios, you’ll find this just as nostalgic and satisfying. You … Read more

These peanut butter pretzel truffles may very well be life-changing. They’re so delicious that I can barely think straight when I look at them. And dare I say they’re not exactly terrible for you. I used natural peanut butter and only a sprinkling of pretzels, and you could choose dark chocolate for the coating if … Read more

Sharing a few simple recipe secrets today: quick pickled onions, a house sauce, and homemade vinaigrette. These three things live in my fridge and elevate everyday meals. Last week I did an Instagram Live sharing these three recipes I keep on hand at all times. Cooking every meal at home made me realize how much … Read more