These desserts may not all be red, white and blue, but they are guaranteed crowd-pleasers. They will fill you up, keep you coming back for more, and might even make your teeth hurt—in the best way.   Not-Chocolate Dipped Strawberries These strawberries offer a lovely variety of flavors and coatings, so there’s something for everyone—even … Read more

Happy weekend! How are you doing? How are things going? With January flying by, I’m feeling the urge to make some changes. It’s a little wild — we’re still in that unpredictable newborn stage, so life feels a bit all over the place. I shared a short update about Emilia, and I can’t believe how … Read more

It’s hard to practice self-restraint around treats like these. Confession: I’m a little hypocritical. I post about my love for peanut butter-and-jelly baked goods—pancakes, muffins, bars—yet I don’t always reach for a classic PB&J sandwich. If I’m making a sandwich I tend to think more along the lines of cheese and bacon. Still, a slice … Read more

I don’t know if I ever told you, but Mother Lovett had a serious thing for dip. And when I say dip, I mean the classic mayo- or sour cream–based varieties that used to come in Tupperware containers—always saved and reused—that sat in the dairy aisle. Right now she’s probably rolling over in her grave … Read more

There’s a very important reason you need to know about this cake. No, it’s not because I sat through some torturous wrestling show last night—though I did, and yes, it was torturous. The real reason is that peach season is winding down. Good peach season, the kind where each bite tastes like summer, is fleeting. … Read more

We’re getting back into the swing of things and filling the week with fresh, flavorful meals. What are you planning to cook this week? What To Eat This Week Summer garden skillet gnocchi — a vibrant, vegetable-forward skillet dish that’s perfect for warm nights and quick weeknight dinners. Cheeseburger tostadas — crispy tostadas topped with … Read more

This week’s menu is full of fresh, satisfying meals that are easy to make and perfect for warm-weather dinners and lunches. Start the week with grilled whole sweet potatoes. They’re simple to prepare and endlessly adaptable—top them with rotisserie chicken, black beans, or a dollop of yogurt and herbs. Pair with a crisp green salad … Read more

This is the Thanksgiving salad to make for your holiday meal — simple, festive, and easy to prepare. Make the nuts and dressing ahead of time so it won’t take away from the main dishes or add stress to your day. This year I’m on team salad for Thanksgiving. This Thanksgiving house salad features baby … Read more