This easy artichoke dip is the perfect party appetizer — cheesy, hot, bubbly, and full of flavor. It’s packed with artichoke hearts, roasted red peppers, lemon and parmesan. Serve with baguette slices, crackers, pita or fresh vegetables. It’s dip season — appetizer season, cheesy dip season — whatever you call it, this is the kind … Read more
Say hello to my new favorite spread: chia jam. Blueberry and lavender — who knew they’d be such a perfect pair? This combination is unexpectedly lovely, floral and fruity at once, and best of all, you can make it in minutes. I’ve been obsessed with fresh lavender lately. I bought a huge potted plant this … Read more
It’s officially dip season. Dip season is that stretch of parties, potlucks and holiday get-togethers when you need something better than a store-bought cookie tray or another bottle of wine. You want an appetizer that feels thoughtful but is easy to transport and impossible for guests to stop eating. Enter this roasted butternut squash spinach … Read more
I have a few thoughts. Not many, but a few. First, I’ve discovered that I prefer looking at pears more than eating them—unless they’re caramelized. In that case I can’t wait to stop looking and start eating. Second, one of our local shops now stocks whole grain baguettes. This thrills me because it saves a … Read more
And I’m pretty serious too. Ugh. I know — this feels a little out of character for me. But don’t you want to bite into that cherry? Full disclosure: I’d been in California all week, surviving on quinoa and bean burgers among other things. I knew I’d be traveling until late that night, and a … Read more
Late last summer I made buffalo chicken burgers that were a hit. They were so flavorful that even I, someone who doesn’t rely on chicken, loved them. And Mr. How Sweet — who absolutely needs chicken (no question), who jokingly calls himself a chicken connoisseur, and who would happily be hand-fed chicken in his final … Read more
There are some days I wish Mr. How Sweet could cook. And by cook, I mean make something other than ground turkey, eggs, English muffins with peanut butter, and Trader Joe’s orange chicken. I also wish he would stop snoring like a jet engine and start seeing expensive shoes as an investment, but that’s another … Read more
We’ve come a long way.
I’m officially a coffee fan who genuinely looks forward to that morning cup. Sometimes I even get excited to go to bed because I know there will be coffee waiting for me in the morning.
It’s the very little things.
Miraculously, I’m still married even though Eddie still absolutely hates coffee — especially the smell. If I want him out of the house, I just make two cups. Works every time.
Hi and happy Saturday! This week on the blog I shared golden cauliflower chickpea bowls, an air fryer beer-battered fish, a collection of recipes perfect for Lent, and a bright lemon chicken meatball soup. You can find this week’s menu here along with a peek at a week in our life. With the new year … Read more
Here’s what to eat during the last week of June! This week features some of my favorite summer meals—fresh, flavorful, and easy to enjoy. Zucchini noodles with chicken, spinach, and feta meatballs are a go-to. They’re satisfying, bright, and versatile—you can make the meatballs ahead to save time on a busy night. For Taco Tuesday, … Read more