These grilled lemonade chicken bowls are a fresh, flavorful weeknight winner. Chicken is marinated in lemonade, grilled until smoky and juicy, then served over couscous with grilled vegetables, tangy cheese and bright toppings—perfect for warm-weather meals. We’re grilling with lemonade today! This grilled lemonade chicken is one of those simple recipes that instantly feels like … Read more
This pumpkin cheesecake baked oatmeal is an autumn delight—chewy and textured, filled with maple-sweet mascarpone and finished with toasted pecans. Simply heavenly. Truly one of the best fall breakfasts you can make. I can’t stop singing the praises of these baked pumpkin cheesecake oats. They may not look fancy, but they deliver on comfort and … Read more
This charred cauliflower orzo is a favorite side dish: smoky roasted cauliflower, a bright dilly-lemon vinaigrette, tender orzo, crumbled feta, toasted pine nuts and plenty of fresh herbs. Versatile, flavorful and easy to make. I make this all the time. This salad combines charred cauliflower with orzo, feta, crunchy pine nuts and a bright herb … Read more
Oh hi. Hello. I made us an asparagus croque madame! It’s worth every exclamation point. Trust me. Adding green vegetables to a croque madame feels like a little victory lap for spring — and if you want to call it health food, I won’t stop you. Perfect for a leisurely Sunday brunch for one, two, … Read more
I’ve got the perfect menu to usher in the official start of summer. Barbecue chicken, fresh salads, burgers and all your favorite grilled dishes — the ideal way to celebrate warmer days. What’s on your menu this week? What To Eat This Week Start the week with drunken chicken zucchini noodles. Bright, savory, and light, … Read more
BEHOLD. It’s the start of summer salads! One of my favorite things: grilled corn, tomatoes and avocado finished with plenty of chimichurri. Fresh herbs, a bit of cheese and bright flavors turn simple vegetables into a salad you’ll crave all season. This is how I actually enjoy vegetables. Maybe a “normal” person wouldn’t drown them … Read more
Happy Saturday! It’s shaping up to be a gorgeous weekend and I couldn’t be more excited. On the blog this week I shared my favorite new recipes and treats: a mouthwatering kung pao cauliflower that so many of you have already tried, crunchy street corn and jicama tacos with garlic-lime mayo, and indulgent salted pretzel … Read more
We all need a food hug sometimes.
I know, I know — I’ve been eating my weight in watermelon, and now I’m serving up curry bowls. Call it comfort food: warming, cozy, and perfect for rainy nights when you still need a jacket and something to warm your hands.
To me, curry and noodle bowls aren’t exactly soup, but they offer the same effect — a hug in a bowl. They’re hearty but bright, rich yet light, spicy in a way that makes you smile, and studded with vegetables for color and texture.
Happy summer Friday! Here’s what I’m into this weekend. EATING I can’t get enough of my green bean crunch salad and the triple melon salad — both are light, refreshing, and perfect for warm days. I’ve also been making chimichurri grilled chicken on repeat (Eddie’s favorite) and a black pepper balsamic strawberry pasta salad that’s … Read more
Bring on the heat. Because now… I can handle it. Well, sort of. I’ll probably complain about the heat a little, but if there’s ice cream involved, I don’t mind so much. I made these ice cream cupcakes last summer—an over-the-top combination of chocolate, peanut butter and coffee—and they were unforgettable. That memory led me … Read more