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

These grilled steak tacos with chimichurri are bright, fresh, and delicious. Topped with sweet corn, pickled onions and crumbled feta, they make a satisfying summer dinner. Who doesn’t love a taco? These grilled steak tacos are a crowd-pleaser. Serve them with a vibrant chimichurri sauce, sweet corn, quick pickled onions and a sprinkle of feta … Read more

I don’t think I can ever eat a regular-shaped pizza again. Who wants circles, squares, or rectangular flatbreads when you can enjoy pizza shaped like a heart? So adorable and festive. The heart-shaped pepperoni is a must—even for someone who isn’t a big pepperoni fan. It’s incredibly simple: take round pepperoni slices, fold each slice … Read more

Happy November! This week on the blog I shared a few new recipes: a cheddar scallion beer bread, a fire-roasted tomato soup with toasted quinoa, and a one-pot smoked sausage and rice. Each post includes easy steps and tips to make weeknight cooking simple and delicious. I also rounded up favorites and shopping picks for … Read more

It’s a cookie Friday! YOU GUYS. Recently I’ve been making these zucchini oatmeal chocolate chip cookies from last year on repeat. Max loves them, and I like that there’s a vegetable tucked into a cookie. It feels good to hand one to someone and say, “You’re eating something green!” So here we go again. These … Read more

This grapefruit snack cake is tender and flavorful. Made with Greek yogurt, fresh grapefruit zest and a light grapefruit glaze, it’s an ideal afternoon snack, simple dessert or teatime treat. A little Valentine’s treat to brighten your day! This easy snack cake highlights bright grapefruit zest and a zingy, drizzly glaze. It works beautifully as … Read more