We need to talk about this glorious mess. My big question today: why haven’t I been making an open-faced steak sandwich for lunch all the time? Why did this simple, brilliant lunch escape my regular rotation for so long? It’s far better than avocado toast with those picture-perfect eggs. I seared marinated strip steak very … Read more

For my final December cocktail, I’m sharing a coconut vanilla bellini — a simple, elegant drink perfect for the holidays. It’s light, bubbly and fragrant, marrying tropical coconut with warm vanilla and crisp sparkling wine. This is the kind of cocktail you can pour for a small gathering or enjoy quietly by yourself while unwinding … Read more

What makes a salad eight hundred percent better? Say it with me. CHEEEEEESE. This felt like the perfect recovery meal after a holiday filled with red, white and blue indulgence. You don’t detox with cheese? Trust me, you do when the cheese is this good. I made this one up. We’re right in the middle … Read more

Hello and happy weekend! This week on the blog I shared a few new recipes: a summer mushroom pizza with pistachio vinaigrette, honey mustard chicken skewers, a blueberry pistachio galette, plus a fresh Summer Fridays post. I also published a weekly menu and a new “A Week in the Life” update if you’re looking for … Read more

I’m so excited to share this one with you. Honestly, I want to use a bunch of exclamation points — this recipe feels that celebratory. But I’ll keep it readable while still conveying how thrilled I am. I also have to admit: I often say I’m not a huge fudge fan, and yet every year … Read more

{via} Hello! How are you doing? It’s the weekend, and I’m relieved—Eddie was traveling last week, so I’m more tired than usual. Big respect to single parents who handle everything on their own. Tonight I’m planning to sleep deeply after the usual ritual of scrolling through Instagram and playing on my phone for far longer … Read more

Hello weekend! This week on the blog I shared links to a few of my favorite recipes: crispy potato taco bowls, roasted chickpeas with sweet peppers, a roundup of favorite taco and margarita recipes, and a chopped Italian salad served on garlic butter baguettes. I also posted a new weekly menu and a peek at … Read more

Here are 15 of my go-to summer dinner recipes for nights when I don’t feel like spending a lot of time in the kitchen. They’re quick, easy, and perfect for hot weather. My favorite summer dinners — simple, fresh, and fast. Summer brings many evenings when cooking feels like the last thing I want to … Read more

We love this creamy tomato soup topped with crispy quinoa. The velvety bisque is finished with golden roasted quinoa and asiago cheese crisps, then garnished with fresh basil ribbons for a comforting bite. I live for tomato soup! This smooth tomato soup uses fire-roasted tomatoes for deep, smoky flavor and is served with toasted quinoa … Read more

This winter pear salad is bright, refreshing, and an ideal side for holiday meals. A warm spiced orange vinaigrette lifts the crisp greens, while candied walnuts and shaved Asiago add texture and richness. It’s light, flavorful, and perfect alongside roasted chicken or cozy winter mains. A Friday salad that’s anything but ordinary. This winter pear … Read more