135 Game-Day Recipes for Football Season: Snacks, Dips & More

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Alright, party people — football season is here and I’ve gathered some of the best game-day recipes to keep your spread exciting. I spent hours combing the web for crowd-pleasers: dips, snacky bites, hearty mains, sides, breads and sweet treats. Many of these recipes scale easily whether it’s just you, a small group, or a … Read more

Currently Crushing On: What My Latest Obsession Says About Me

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Happy first weekend of fall! I’m so excited for this weekend — after a hectic week I’m ready for autumn activities, cozy moments, and all the seasonal treats. What are you doing this weekend? I’m on a mission to find the perfect apple cider doughnut. Yes, please. xoxoxo Faves of the week: I can’t get … Read more

Creamy Butternut, Bacon & Leek Pappardelle Pasta Recipe

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Somebody give me a gigantic fork. Because this is my serving. Right here. Just when I think I can’t get any more basic… oh wait — I can. Show me all the fall scenery forever. This is the second recipe I’m sharing from my video with DeLallo and it’s easily my favorite. It’s not complicated, … Read more

Crunchy Cashew Butter Granola Recipe for Homemade Breakfast

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I’m having a massive granola moment right now.

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Seriously — I’m finishing off a bag as I type, spooning it into yogurt with strawberries and cashew milk. I blame the cashew phase I’m in. One spoonful turns into three. Why is portion control so impossible with granola?

At least this feels healthier than the bacon tortilla chips I keep craving. In a moment of weakness I might even choose granola over chips, which is saying something.

Who am I? What happened to me?

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Triple Berry Trifle with Fresh Raspberry Sauce

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This triple berry trifle is a festive red, white, and blue summer dessert. Layers of buttery pound cake, vanilla pudding, fresh summer berries and a bright raspberry sauce make this a showstopping treat for warm-weather gatherings. There’s nothing better for summer than a fruit-filled trifle. Buttery cake, cloud-like vanilla pudding and juicy berries — it’s … Read more

Crispy Homemade Chicken Fingers Recipe

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I’ve made no secret of it: Mr. How Sweet prefers things plain. I can’t count how many times I’ve offered to make dinner, asked what he wanted, then ended up delivering an over-the-top version of the original request. I just can’t help myself. Sometimes he gets annoyed by that. I know—he’s a little stubborn. Who … Read more

Grilled Apricot, Sweet Corn & Arugula Salad with Pistachios

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Say hello to my new favorite salad. I’ve declared a new life rule: If vegetables have never been your thing, you are allowed to find new favorite salads all the time. It’s completely acceptable and far from basic. I’m really into apricots right now. Fresh apricots — not the dried ones — are juicy and … Read more

Creamy Roasted Red Pepper Penne Recipe for Weeknight Dinners

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I promise this is the fourth red-food post in a row, and there’s a good reason for it. As someone who claims to dislike tomato sauce, I’ve reached my limit. Tomatoes, sauces, chilis—I’ve had enough. I currently have two giant tubs of chili in the freezer, and I’m hoping they remain edible for the next … Read more

Grilled Hot Honey Chicken with Sweet Corn Salad Recipe

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This grilled hot honey chicken is simple and full of flavor. Paired with a bright, crunchy lime corn salad, it makes an unforgettable weeknight dinner. I’ve got the perfect summer dinner for you tonight. It’s easy, fast, and incredibly tasty. The chicken is marinated in a lemony hot honey dressing and finished on a hot … Read more

20-Minute Smashed Chickpea Salad for a Quick Flavorful Lunch

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Oh hi! This smashed chickpea salad has quickly become my new favorite lunch. Seriously — where has this been all my life? I accidentally typed “where has this bean all my life” and that unintentional pun felt oddly perfect. For real though: why didn’t I discover this sooner? I’m always hunting for satisfying, make-ahead lunches … Read more