New favorite thing: honey mustard Cajun shrimp with cheddar grits. Seriously—make this for dinner tonight. It’s pure comfort food. This meal comes together quickly. Use store-bought Cajun seasoning or make your own; stone-ground or instant grits both work. The goal is an easy, delicious dinner you can get on the table fast. Let’s do it! … Read more

Welcome to our family’s current obsession: broccoli cheddar tots! I can’t believe I’m saying this, but we are completely hooked on tots—specifically broccoli cheddar tots. Over the past few months, Emilia has fallen head over heels for store-bought broccoli cheese nuggets. She squeals when she sees the box and bangs on the freezer door until … Read more

Today I’m serving up meatballs—stuffed inside bread. Does that sound odd? Maybe. I’m still deciding. When I was growing up, both of my brothers were obsessed with meatball subs. I never loved them—probably because I’ve never been a tomato-sauce fan. The idea of a round meatball tucked into a bun didn’t make much sense: if … Read more

This guacamole salad is one of our favorite light, refreshing sides — perfect with tacos or enchiladas. It includes all the flavors of guacamole in a simple, customizable salad format. My favorite dip turned into a salad? Absolutely. This has become my go-to side whenever we have tacos or any Tex-Mex night at home. It … Read more

I live for a blood orange Aperol spritz — a light, bubbly cocktail made with freshly squeezed blood orange juice, Aperol, and prosecco. It’s perfect for winter when citrus is at its best. How pretty is this drink? An Aperol spritz with a splash of fresh blood orange juice, bubbly prosecco and a big blood … Read more

Here it is — one of my favorite things. A salad without all the usual vegetables. Could it get any better? Yes — it can. Scoop this salad onto thin, crispy tortilla chips: salty, crunchy, and perfectly portable. Or use those tired, broken chips that linger at the bottom of the bag after a weekend … Read more

You only need three simple ingredients to make this delicious snack. Call it a snack—it’s perfectly fine to treat yourself to this in the afternoon when your stomach starts to rumble. Why? Because it’s easy, satisfying, and ready in minutes. It also makes a lovely party appetizer. The trick is to enjoy it as soon … Read more

Sure, this shrimp may look simple, but it’s loaded with buttery, garlicky flavor. We love seafood in our house—often in the form of lobster or pricey cans of lump crabmeat. Call us extravagant newlyweds if you must. We like to pretend the money comes from skipping vegetables, which makes it feel justified. Have you ever … Read more

I’ve never been much of a pasta fan. Every Thursday growing up it was pasta night in our house. My parents still keep that tradition alive. For me, that usually meant cereal night. I wasn’t into pasta and I certainly didn’t like tomato sauce. And while we’re at it, I also don’t have a big … Read more

September brings some of the season’s best flavors — a perfect time to refresh your weekly menu with comforting, vibrant dishes that celebrate late-summer produce and early-fall favorites. Here’s a round-up of easy, delicious meals to try this week. These recipes balance quick weeknight dinners with a few cozier options for chilly evenings. What To … Read more