It’s the ultimate summer Friday! Whether you’re settling into your usual routine or enjoying a long weekend, I’d love to hear what you have planned. xo EATING Summer means sweet corn, so I’m making my popular BLT chopped salad with corn, feta, and avocado. I’m also tempted by grilled watermelon Caprese salads and can never … Read more

This broccoli cheddar chicken pot pie is pure comfort food. The filling is rich and creamy with melty sharp cheddar, tender chicken and plenty of vegetables, while the top is a flaky puff pastry that bakes up golden and irresistible. It’s simple to prepare and perfect for a cozy dinner. If you want comfort, this … Read more

This zucchini boat bolognese is a fantastic weeknight dinner. Zucchini halves are brushed with garlic butter, filled with a hearty bolognese, topped with cheese, then baked until bubbly and golden. Simple, comforting, and delicious. It’s zucchini boat season—though honestly, these are great any time of year. If you’ve got a bounty of garden zucchini, these … Read more

Goodbye weekend indulgences. Goodbye two bottles of wine. Goodbye truffle fries. Goodbye accidental three-hour afternoon nap. Goodbye the entire bag of pita chips I polished off at 4 PM. Goodbye the massive burger on buttery buns. Goodbye long movie marathons. Goodbye spiked marshmallow fluff milkshake. Oof. But don’t worry—I’ll be back in a few days. … Read more

Friday — thank goodness it’s here. Seriously. Last night I nearly had a heart attack watching Grey’s Anatomy. I’m not usually glued to the show except for the season finale, but this episode had me pacing, talking to my husband as if the characters were real people, and experiencing full-on anxiety. I couldn’t sleep afterward … Read more

Fish and I have always shared a special bond. Crispy fried fish is pure nostalgia for me. It brings back Friday nights in Boyne City, Michigan, when I would devour all-you-can-eat fried fish until I felt like I might burst. Doused in malt vinegar, that crunchy little swimmer—often fresh from the lake—always tasted better than … Read more

I have been completely obsessed with a coconut pumpkin cake for weeks — maybe months. I couldn’t stop thinking about it until I finally made this version, and it did not disappoint. I originally wanted to build a pumpkin coconut layer cake, but after a recent multi-layer project I was completely over layers. This is … Read more

These butternut squash couscous bowls are the ideal fall meal: massaged kale, roasted squash and chickpeas, creamy goat cheese, crunchy pepitas, all finished with a maple vinaigrette. It’s an autumnal dream. This is as fall as it gets. A cozy, comforting grain bowl made for autumn lunches: pearl couscous tossed with a bright maple vinaigrette, … Read more

Otherwise known as the cold buster — the Starbucks “medicine ball.” Yes, that one. This is my take on the Starbucks medicine ball. I’m a little obsessed with it — who comes up with these combos? I’ve been thinking about what crazy coffee creation we could invent and try to sneak onto the secret menu. … Read more

As summer settles in with warm, syrupy fruit and melting scoops of ice cream, I’m sharing a new favorite: peach hand pies. Tiny peach hand pies — mini, bite-sized, and utterly adorable. They’re smaller than a typical hand pie, which just makes them cuter and perfect for snacking or serving as a sweet little dessert. … Read more