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

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

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

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

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

I’m so happy you’re as excited as I am about Summer Fridays returning! I can’t get enough of them. Tell me how your weekend is going in the comments below. EATING It’s Father’s Day weekend and I’m ready to cook. I’m torn between steak and potato skewers, baby back ribs with root beer BBQ sauce, … Read more

This cheesy, fire-roasted black bean tortilla soup is a favorite vegetarian take on the classic. It’s thickened with corn tortillas, enriched with melty cheese, and packed with tender black beans. The toppings are what make it shine. With the start of fall just around the corner, I’m craving soup—and this extra-cheesy, fire-roasted black bean tortilla … Read more

Hello weekend! This week on the blog I shared a cozy cauliflower chickpea curry that’s perfect for chilly nights. I also posted a roasted tomato and feta spaghetti squash, a collection of Valentine’s Day recipes, and crunchy hot honey feta fries. You can find my January favorites and a roundup of everything I read in … Read more

In a perfect world, I would eat nothing but tacos. I mean tacos for breakfast, lunch and dinner. I wouldn’t make many exceptions — practically anything can be happily tucked into a warm tortilla. If you’re wondering, yes, I can justify almost anything by turning it into a taco. If you have a problem, tell … Read more