Weekly Meal Plan: What to Eat the Week of Sept 19, 2021

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Fall officially arrives this week! We’re starting with lingering summer flavors and easing into cozy fall favorites. What To Eat This Week Begin the week with quinoa bruschetta zucchini boats to use up any garden zucchini while the produce is still at its peak. They’re fresh, satisfying, and a great way to stretch vegetables into … Read more

Current Crushes: Who I’m Loving Right Now

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Hello hello! This week on the blog I shared several new favorites. First up was an irresistible potato chip frittata that’s quick and satisfying. I also posted a grilled prosciutto-wrapped peach salad that balances sweet and savory, plus a no-churn coffee Oreo ice cream that’s perfect for warm evenings. There’s a fresh Summer Fridays roundup, … Read more

Open-Faced Steak Sandwich with Avocado Horseradish Spread

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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

Coconut Vanilla Bellini Recipe — Tropical Sparkling Cocktail

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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

Arugula, Kale & Reggiano Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette

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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

Trending Crushes Right Now: Celebs, Styles & Viral Picks

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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

Decadent Bourbon Chocolate Fudge Recipe with Mix-Ins

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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

Who I’m Crushing On Right Now

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{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

What I’m Currently Crushing On: New Finds and Faves

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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

15 No-Cook and Minimal-Prep Summer Dinners for Lazy Nights

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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