I had the best of intentions yesterday. I’m saying this while it’s still yesterday, finishing a Kit Kat my husband brought home from the derby just for me, and surrounded by a mountain of clean, unfolded laundry. It’s a weird spot to be in — and I don’t want to know where that candy came … Read more

This creamy chicken couscous soup is a cozy, comforting bowl that’s perfect for chilly days. It’s creamy yet light and satisfying, and it’s a recipe you’ll want to make year-round. Here’s a quick and easy soup idea for lunch or dinner. I often make simple soups for busy days, and this creamy chicken couscous soup … Read more

{via} Hi friends! How are you spending the weekend? Spring has finally arrived here and we couldn’t be happier. I’ll be using the next few days to prepare for our kitchen remodel (nervous but excited), work on my book (equally nervous), do a bit of Easter decorating (fun!), and squeeze in some spring shopping. Life … Read more

How nuts am I to share slow-roasted tomato hummus in late winter? Please don’t think I’ve lost my mind for using slow-roasted tomatoes in March. I know it sounds odd. The tomatoes you find in grocery stores now often look like orange rocks and rarely taste like much. But that’s exactly why slow roasting is … Read more

Or maybe you should thank me? I think I’ve discovered the trick to stopping at one cookie in a sitting. Okay, maybe two. Three at most.   Simply dip half of the cookie in chocolate. And yes, of course I use milk chocolate. Milk chocolate is my preference. Dark chocolate is fine—occasionally I’ll choose it—but … Read more

Oh hi. Here’s proof I didn’t live on the couch all last week. I need this solid evidence for myself. Over the past few days we pretty much existed in a Netflix haze. Gummy fish, yogurt pretzels and leftover pizza can survive for days if you really don’t want to move. Also, a bag of … Read more

This is the most summery Friday of them all — a long summer holiday weekend is here, and I’m sharing what I’ll be cooking, drinking, making and enjoying. EATING My baked beans are a must — truly the best. We’ll be grazing on snacks all day: peach burrata crostini, a red, white and blue party … Read more

Exciting news! I’m thrilled to share that I’ve been hard at work on my third cookbook. And I think it’s going to be something special. Your support for The Pretty Dish has been incredible. Cooking through that book with so many of you has been a joy, and your enthusiasm has pushed me to keep … Read more

I’ve reached a new level of obsession. Maybe a low. Maybe a high. Definitely both. Candied citrus on a salad — yes, really. I fell for candied citrus the first time my cousin and I made candied peels during the holidays. It’s addictive — once you start, you can’t stop. Meyer lemons are a favorite: … Read more

If you’ve never tried a puffed-up Dutch baby, you’re in for a treat. Breakfast is served: this pistachio butter Dutch baby is a light, airy start to the day topped with a rich, nutty finish. I’m totally craving it right now. I didn’t grow up with Dutch babies, but when I discovered them a few … Read more