It’s been far too long since I walked you through the simple joy of putting cheese between bread. There’s no need for an overly complicated recipe, just a clear, delicious version you can actually make at home. Sometimes a single bite will transport you back. I still remember a perfect grilled cheese from a long-closed … Read more

[this post is brought to you by Rodelle, who I’m partnering with to create delicious recipes in 2016. I only work with products I truly love and use in my own kitchen. Thank you for your support!] I made us some pumpkin pillows! And they sure aren’t the kind you sleep on. These savory, pillowy … Read more

This is one time in your life I’m going to say that you really want crabs. The GOOD kind. There’s so much to love about these short little sliders: their crispy crab centers; their tiny toasted buns; the cascading juicy fruit cubes; their adorable, satisfying plumpness. If there’s one thing I love, it’s a sandwich … Read more

Update your Google readers! http://feeds.feedburner.com/howsweeteats/smSp Here’s another super-easy, quick appetizer that’s perfect for last-minute entertaining. Have you seen those mini rye breads sold near the deli or gourmet cheese section? They make a fantastic base for simple, flavorful bites. My mom started making this appetizer last year. It’s fast, uncomplicated, and always a hit. You … Read more

We’re keeping April delicious! There are plenty of satisfying meals lined up for the week ahead. What’s on your menu this week? What To Eat This Week Buffalo chicken chopped salad Crispy sheet pan quesadillas Chicken Romano meatballs with parmesan roasted broccoli Sesame soy beef bowls Lemon broccoli carbonara Salmon fritters with dill sauce Cashew … Read more

I have a bone to pick with… the universe. Who decided that July 4th, a fun and boozy holiday, should fall on a Wednesday? Sure, the date is fixed, but wouldn’t it be nicer if it landed on a Thursday so we could enjoy a long weekend? I’m lobbying for that change — more long … Read more

Skillet enchiladas are the winner for tonight’s dinner. There are plenty of enchilada recipes on this blog, but this version deserves a spot too. I get bored after making a dish a few times, so I like to keep things fresh—this skillet method is a great change of pace. This is an easy, perfect weeknight … Read more

Popcorn is one of those foods I claim not to like—until I’m in a movie theater refilling my extra-large bucket before the previews end. Once I start, I can’t stop. I was inspired to make this granola after trying a kettlecorn ProBar last week. I had high hopes for a sweet, salty, crunchy snack. What … Read more

That title is a mouthful, but let’s talk about the food! Grain bowls — a simple name for a surprisingly vibrant meal. They’re perfect for using up leftovers, which, if you’re anything like me, is where random cooked grains and roasted vegetables often end up. I’ve been assembling large fridge-cleanout bowls lately and I’m fully … Read more

Let me tell you a little story about why you might want to eat this salad every day this week. Okay, that’s not entirely true — if we ate a salad after every rich meal in this house, we’d basically live on salad. And that would get old. Fast. Except maybe this one. Saturday night … Read more