Guess what I did yesterday!? Something unexpected and strangely memorable. I spent about thirty minutes walking around the airport’s extended parking lot hunting for my car. Awesome, right? I rarely drive myself to the airport, so when I did that Thursday morning—at 4 AM—I parked, hauled my luggage in a sleepy stupor and walked to … Read more
We’re obsessed with this pretzel-crusted chicken! It’s super crunchy and savory, finished with a peppery arugula salad tossed in a bright honey mustard vinaigrette and plenty of shaved Parmesan. Delicious and simple. This pretzel-crusted chicken combines crunchy coating and juicy, thin-cut chicken topped with an easy arugula salad. It’s flavorful, satisfying, and fast to prepare … Read more
Don’t get too excited about that title. We all know vegetables taste better when they start with bacon. I’ve decided I like onions and mushrooms—especially when they’re sautéed in bacon grease. In fact, I’ll eat a surprising number of vegetables when they’re paired with bacon grease. Even that bag of spinach that was slowly dying … Read more
Time to cuddle up with a mug of pomegranate cider! It’s spiced, fruity and warm — and if you top it with a dollop of whipped cream, it’s pure heaven. I’ll confess: I’ve made recipes inspired by candles before. Back when I worked part-time at Yankee Candle, I fell for a pomegranate cider scent that … Read more
This sticky cider salmon kale salad is one of my favorite cool-weather dishes. Sticky cider salmon, roasted potatoes, creamy goat cheese, toasted walnuts and a spiced vinaigrette come together to make a hearty, satisfying salad. I present my most-made salad for the colder months. This winter kale salad is topped with sticky salmon, roasted potatoes, … Read more
Happy Saturday! Can you believe it’s already mid‑August? Time is flying. This week on the blog I posted a grilled pizza topped with my favorite copycat Smoke Shack cheeseburger ingredients, and a transformative tomato pie that’s peak summer comfort food. I also shared a new Summer Fridays roundup packed with seasonal favorites. Wishing you a … Read more
Last week I bought a container of blueberries because they looked so fresh and inviting. By the following week they were starting to shrivel in the fridge — nothing drastic, just a few wrinkles. Perfect candidates for baking. I wanted to make granola-style bars but with fresh blueberries, imagining the berries popping like they do … Read more
This super-easy roasted turkey breast is quick to make—about an hour—and yields tender, juicy meat with a flavorful pan gravy made from the drippings. It’s perfect for Thanksgiving or any cozy dinner. It truly is the most wonderful time of the year! I love Thanksgiving — it’s my favorite holiday — and I’m kicking off … Read more
Can I convince you to take five minutes on Thanksgiving night to prepare the best cranberry overnight oats? These overnight oats are packed with flavor and so good you might find yourself eating them every morning until Christmas — or even longer. They’re also perfect as a snack. I’m a huge fan of overnight oats: … Read more
You’ve been… 1. Super chewy 2. Sorta crazy 3. Thirst-quenching 4. Full of favorites 5. Wild 6. Sparkly 7. Healthy 8. Colorful 9. Serene 10. Sunny side up 11. Fluffy 12. Mouth-watering delicious 13. A year of firsts 14. Quite exciting 15. Experimental 16. Freaking perfect Happy New Year, everyone! Wishing you a fresh start … Read more