Eggnog is a peculiar holiday treat. If you want to know how I truly feel about eggnog: I like it in small doses. Much like Clark Griswold’s reaction when cousin Eddie announces he’ll be taking the RV, I’ll happily indulge in spiked eggnog under the right circumstances — but otherwise I prefer just a few … Read more

Happy Saturday! I hope you do something special this weekend to welcome the arrival of spring. Where I am, it’s still snowing, so plans might include sled riding (part kidding, part serious). If you need spring recipe inspiration, I shared a collection of delicious spring recipes this week. Also: my favorite lifestyle and beauty picks … Read more

This might be the most vegetables I’ve ever squeezed into a single post. When the vegetables are mixed with other flavorful ingredients, they melt into the dish — exactly how I prefer them. But today isn’t really about the veggies. It’s about beef. To my surprise, I’ve only shared two other beef recipes here. One … Read more

Hello, weekend! This week on the blog I shared a grilled sourdough pizza topped with an Italian chopped salad, a smoky, crunchy summer favorite. I also posted a grilled salmon spread that’s perfect for picnics, a roundup of easy summer dinner ideas, and a new Summer Fridays post. Plus, I rounded up my top picks … Read more

Time for a fudge face-plant. When it comes to chocolate cake, I want it rich and fudgy—intensely chocolatey, almost too sweet, the kind that makes you savor each bite and regret having only one the next day. I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again: frosting only matters to me if it’s thick and … Read more

There are a few things in life that still baffle me. From people wearing heavily padded, decorative bras to the gym, to celebrity breakups, but perhaps the most surprising to me is that some people don’t understand how magical chocolate and peanut butter are together. I truly don’t get it. It makes no sense in … Read more

Oh hi. Guess what day it is? Annual recipe disasters day! It’s been almost a decade since I started cataloging my recipe fails over the course of a year. This tradition continues, and yes, it’s embarrassingly true how many groceries I go through. This year felt especially challenging while I’m writing a book—tons of recipes … Read more

Or, how much can I possibly embarrass myself. A fancy breakfast with trashy cereal — together in one bowl. It somehow works and really is magically delicious. Three Lucky Charms posts in three years might seem excessive. This could be the last one for a while — I feel like I’ve explored most of the … Read more

Today is the day we make baked risotto! We’re baking risotto—no standing over the stove after a long day. Pop everything in the oven, do something else for a while, and come back to a creamy, comforting dish. This version is indulgent and simple: toasted cauliflower, lots of Parmesan and melted brie with fresh rosemary. … Read more