There’s no better way to show yourself some love than by putting lobster on pizza. You should probably make this today. For a long time I was a lobster purist. I wanted lobster simple and straightforward—steamed, drenched in warm butter, and eaten immediately. I’ve always loved lobster mac and cheese, but I used to push … Read more

This apple cheddar galette is pure comfort—sweet, savory and utterly irresistible. I know I’m a little obsessed with apples this time of year, but with the best varieties in season it’s hard not to be. Turning Honeycrisp apples into an almost-pie is one of my favorite fall rituals. If you’ve tried the white cheddar apple … Read more

[This post is sponsored by French’s. I’m partnering with them again to create a delicious Thanksgiving dish using their new Crispy Fried Jalapeños, and I can’t wait for you to try them!] Look at this — a savory sweet potato casserole! My brain might be exploding. I’ve always loved sweet potato casserole, but it wasn’t … Read more

Happy weekend! This week on the blog I shared a few favorite recipes: cilantro lime salmon with rice, grilled garlic baguettes served with a Greek salad, a grilled lemonade chicken bowl, and our go-to Pittsburgh salad with its tangy dressing. There’s also a new weekly menu available along with a peek at last week in … Read more

This baked spaghetti squash parmesan is a cozy, saucy dish that channels baked ziti flavors — but with spaghetti squash. It’s rich, comforting, and topped with creamy burrata and a sprinkle of crushed red pepper. Simply delicious. A new side dish idea for your dinner rotation — and it comes out hot from the oven. … Read more

Happy weekend! This week on the blog I shared a grilled chicken Caprese lunch bowl, a crispy potato gruyère pizza, the best cucumber prosecco spritzer and grilled salmon with mango salsa. There’s also a new weekly menu and a peek at a week in our life. You can see everything I read in April right … Read more

These cauliflower enchiladas are incredibly satisfying and flavorful. Chipotle-roasted cauliflower is combined with sharp cheddar for a melty filling, rolled into flour tortillas, and baked with a homemade enchilada sauce until hot and bubbly. I made you dinner! These chipotle cheddar cauliflower enchiladas are a perfect weeknight meal — filling, comforting, and ideal for taco … Read more

This frozen strawberry lemonade is the simplest, most refreshing thing you’ll make all summer. Embarrassingly easy — just two ingredients and a blender. That icy, frozen slushy you see? It’s about to happen in your kitchen. All you need is lemonade (homemade or bottled) and frozen strawberries. That. Is. It. You can dress it up … Read more

So—what’s the story with your leftovers? Here’s how I handle mine. I adore leftovers in the days after a big meal. For me, the next few days are essentially an extended Thanksgiving: reheat the stuffing, mashed potatoes and turkey, pile on the gravy and call it a second (and, if we’re honest, a third) comforting … Read more

Now it really is the most wonderful time of the year — my 2018 holiday baking list is here! Last Christmas I ended up sick right on the holiday — some kind of stomach bug that kept our whole family from attending the usual Christmas Eve and Day festivities. Emilia was only a month old, … Read more