Leftover roasted turkey ramen will make your weekend a whole lot better. I may be strange, but I often love Thanksgiving leftovers more than the original meal—sometimes even on Thanksgiving itself. For years we’ve enjoyed a smaller version of the same spread on Friday, and honestly, those leftovers can taste even better after the flavors … Read more

Even I have to admit: sometimes a spinach salad is absolutely fabulous. A few simple, well-chosen ingredients — bacon often among them — can turn humble spinach into a satisfying dish. I don’t usually count salad as a full meal unless there’s a loaf of bread involved beforehand. Bonus points if that bread is dipped … Read more

Hello long weekend! This week on the blog I shared a tangy pickle slaw perfect for topping hot dogs and burgers, a festive funfetti flag cake, and a comprehensive Memorial Day recipe guide to help you plan the whole weekend. My summer reading list is also live — a mix of page-turners and beach reads … Read more

Put a milkshake on the menu for dinner tonight! Look at how light and fluffy the chocolate whipped cream is on top of these shakes. It’s practically pillow-soft. Once you try this, plain whipped cream feels like a missed opportunity. Grab a straw! I really wanted a luxurious chocolate shake for Valentine’s Day — something … Read more

Here we are for summer Fridays in the heart of summer. We’re doing it! xo CREATING Our ideal beach day has evolved since I was seventeen; now it depends a lot on how the kids are doing that morning. Still, I’m curious about your perfect beach day. Growing up, my family would wake up early, … Read more

I made us a snack. I made this during a brief but intense fruit phase about two weeks ago. I ate more strawberries than I thought possible, and I used the rest to make a quick, delicious jam with chia seeds. I pulsed the strawberries in a food processor, cooked them down with a splash … Read more

I’m turning dessert dreams into bars. Not the cocktail bar — the sweet, hand-held bar. Maybe we can have both. We should. Together. Banana blondies were a little tricky. When banana is added to baked goods it often makes them cakier and fluffier — much like pumpkin does in other recipes. I wanted blondies that … Read more

I’m not exactly sure how to put this, but this pizza is outstanding. Honestly — really, truly excellent. This is a refreshing change from the rich, overly sweet treats that dominate this season. It’s bright, light, and quick to prepare. Use store-bought pizza dough to make it even faster. It comes together easily and makes … Read more

It’s grilling season—time for fresh flavors, easy dinners, and plenty of outdoors cooking. This week’s lineup features grilled mains, vibrant salads, hand-tossed pizza and playful tacos—some of my favorite go-tos for warm-weather meals. What are you planning to make this week? What To Eat This Week Crispy chicken caesar salad Crispy baked cheeseburger tacos Caramelized … Read more