Pop Rocks Chocolate Truffles: Fizzy Candy Dessert Recipe

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Happy 4th of July! Here’s a ridiculously easy last-minute treat idea — assuming you happen to have a stack of Pop Rocks on hand. These truffles are inspired by one of my favorite chocolate bars: a crunchy chocolate bar studded with popping candy. I love that texture and flavor combo so much that I decided … Read more

Who I’m Crushing On Right Now

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Happy December! Can you believe we’re already in the last month of 2017? Time has flown. What have you been up to? We’ve been caught up in newborn snuggles, toddler chaos, and Christmas decorating, all while somehow watching Christmas Vacation every day. Also revisiting The Family Stone—equal parts comfort and chaos. Quick reminders: I’ve gathered … Read more

Refreshing Strawberry Yogurt Granita Recipe for Hot Days

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Over the past few months I’ve realized I don’t enjoy foods at extreme temperatures. Warm drinks like coffee—”dirty water,” as I jokingly call it—make me queasy, and very cold foods, like popsicles, hurt my teeth and take forever to eat. If something can’t reach my stomach in half a second, I’m usually not interested.   … Read more

Weekly Meal Plan: What to Eat Starting April 6, 2025

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This week’s menu is full of flavor and easy meals to enjoy any day. Which of these will you try first? What to Eat This Week Rotisserie chicken salad — a simple, satisfying option that’s perfect for lunches or light dinners. Crispy cheesy breakfast tacos — quick, comforting, and great for busy mornings or brunch. … Read more

Peanut Butter Banana Muffins with Brown Sugar Swirl

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There’s no better simple pairing than banana and peanut butter. Well, perhaps peanut butter with chocolate or chocolate with a sprinkle of sea salt. Still, banana and peanut butter feels light enough that I can fit into my pants the next day.   When my dad was younger, he and my grandfather used to eat … Read more

Sautéed Mushroom Cheeseburgers with Arugula and Dijon Aioli

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So I made these burgers on Monday. They’ve been on my mind ever since — seriously, I can’t stop thinking about them. My burger fascination has been ongoing for months now; it may have gone from hobby to full-blown obsession. I admit I’m picky about burgers. Restaurants often do them better than I do at … Read more

Top Kitchen Tools I Use Every Day: A Practical Guide

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Ready for all my kitchen essentials? At long last, here is my carefully curated list of kitchen favorites you’ve asked about for years—all in one place. I get a lot of questions about the tools and gadgets I use, and since many of you are cooking more, I gathered everything I rely on most. These … Read more

Currently Crushing On: Top Celebrity and Trend Picks of the Moment

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These chocolate peanut butter banana pops are irresistible — a perfectly nostalgic treat with rich chocolate and creamy peanut butter wrapped around sweet banana.

Heirloom caprese with mint pesto is a refreshing summer salad: ripe tomatoes, fresh mozzarella and bright mint pesto for a simple, elegant plate.

The fried banana milkshake sounds decadent — warm fried banana folded into a creamy milkshake for an indulgent dessert or snack.

Vegan taco salad offers bold, fresh flavors and satisfying textures, a great plant-based dinner option that doesn’t skimp on taste.

Mango cilantro mojitos are vibrant and cooling — tropical mango with bright cilantro and lime makes a perfect cocktail for warm evenings.

Cheesy pickle pretzel sliders combine salty, tangy and melty elements into a fun handheld sandwich that’s equal parts surprising and delicious.

Zucchini spaghetti with pumpkin seed pesto and peaches is a creative, veggie-forward dish — light noodles, nutty pesto and juicy peaches for a summer-forward meal.

Blueberry pancake granola takes breakfast to another level, blending pancake-inspired flavors with crunchy granola and bursts of blueberry.

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Thin Chewy Coconut Oatmeal Squares Drenched in Chocolate

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Want to know what really goes on over here? This. This goes on. I can’t always resist digging straight into a pan with a fork before I even get a proper photo. It’s a problem — welcome to True Life: I eat my food with forks right from the pan. And yes, I say forks … Read more

What to Eat This Week (Starting Oct 18, 2020): Meal Picks

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We’re firmly in cozy-meal season, and this week’s menu is full of comforting, easy-to-make dishes that feel like a warm hug.

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This lineup is perfect for chilly nights and simple weeknight dinners. Plan ahead where you can to make evenings low-effort and delicious.

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