More bacon. More booze. And it’s only Tuesday. It’s going to be a long week, but I’m not complaining. Believe it or not, I made this cornbread before I made the beans. I was craving cornbread, wanted bacon in it, and thought beer would be a fun addition. I spread butter on it while it … Read more

Hi — I am officially obsessed with this meal. Real life: I made a batch weeks ago and ate almost all of it by myself. I made it again to share it here, and yep — I ate the entire thing again. Not in one sitting, but for dinners and lunches for days because it’s … Read more

I told you it was coming: shredded Brussels sprouts salad! More sprouts! When I first wrote about Brussels sprouts, many readers suggested shredding them into a salad. For some reason that sounded incredibly appealing, so I tried it — and loved it. Watching the sprouts transform from firm little rounds into delicate shreds was oddly … Read more

My mom’s famous cheesy potatoes are pure comfort food. Think of a warm, cheesy potato casserole that takes you back to the 90s—perfect for holidays, potlucks, and any gathering where you want a crowd-pleasing side. Today we’re celebrating a classic: cheesy potato casserole from my mom’s recipe box. There are a hundred versions of cheesy … Read more

I have a huge confession. I don’t really love coffee cake — at least, not usually. I like it well enough, but it’s not the thing I’d reach for when I’m suddenly hungry. It wouldn’t beat a doughnut (which, clearly, I’m currently obsessed with) and I rarely eat cake while drinking coffee. Call it picky, … Read more

Hello summer Friday! EATING One of my go-to dishes this season is the summer stone fruit couscous salad—light, bright, and full of juicy peaches and nectarines. I’m also loving my summer carnitas tacos for an easy, flavor-packed weeknight dinner, and the buffalo chicken chopped salad when I want something hearty but fresh. DRINKING For warm … Read more

If you can’t enjoy a perfect mango on its own, what do you do with it? That’s the question. Here’s a helpful idea: turn imperfect mangoes into something delicious. Hint: read on. While many food blogs ramp up around the winter holidays, I always think late April and early May are the most exciting recipe … Read more

Hey hey! This week on the blog I shared a brussels sprouts slaw — a sweet-and-savory recipe I can’t get enough of. It’s become a go-to in my meal prep. I also posted a quick weeknight pasta with artichoke sauce, easy make-ahead marinated chickpeas and crispy baked salsa chicken tacos that are perfect for busy … Read more

These crispy baked cheeseburger tacos are a must-try — imagine a juicy cheeseburger wrapped in a crunchy taco shell and finished with a tangy house sauce. Simple, satisfying, and perfect for weeknights. Today we’re putting a burger into a taco — and loving every bite. Please forgive the excitement. This is an easy, delicious weeknight … Read more

The world is not ending. Yes, there’s a bowl full of broccoli—but it’s far from boring. The creamy goat cheese pulls everything together in the best possible way. Wait! Shield your eyes. Just kidding. I’m honestly so excited to share this bowl because it tastes like pure comfort. I realize that’s a wild sentence — … Read more