Chipotle Roasted Cauliflower Pita Sandwiches

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These chipotle roasted cauliflower pitas are incredible. Spicy roasted cauliflower paired with creamy hummus, tangy feta and fresh greens tucked into a warm, fluffy pita makes for a satisfying, delicious meal. I love an easy meatless meal—especially when it comes together without much planning. Sometimes a meatless dinner happens simply because I throw together what … Read more

Crispy Tortilla Pepperoni Pizzas with Roasted Chickpeas

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These tortilla pizzas topped with pepperoni-style chickpeas are quick, simple, and full of satisfying texture and flavor. They make a perfect fast lunch or dinner. I live for a solid 20-minute dinner. Say hello to a new favorite meal. Lunch, dinner — and yes, the leftovers are excellent for breakfast. This is an all-out obsession … Read more

Strawberry and Basil Focaccia Recipe — Sweet Herb Bread Tutorial

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Hello new favorite summer bread! This strawberry focaccia is a delightful balance of sweet and savory, and I’m completely obsessed. The first strawberry recipe of the season is here, and it’s a good one. I might have a handful of strawberry recipes lined up this year—I can’t help it. Strawberries have always been my favorite … Read more

Chocolate Peanut Butter Pretzel Ice Cream Recipe

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Meet the newest obsession: chocolate peanut butter pretzel ice cream. This ice cream is pure joy. Rich, peanut-buttery and fudgy, it’s finished with crunchy Lindt HELLO Pretzel Bites for the perfect sweet-and-salty contrast. Those bite-sized HELLO pretzel pieces—creamy premium milk chocolate wrapped around a crunchy pretzel—are dangerously poppable. I usually find them at Target, and … Read more

Build a DIY Bellini Bar for a Fresh Spring Brunch

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Meet my new favorite party idea: a bright, easy, and boozy bellini bar. A bellini bar is simple to assemble, endlessly customizable, and perfect for brunches, showers, or any get-together that calls for bubbles and fresh fruit. Traditional bellinis combine prosecco with fruit nectar or puree—peach is classic—but fresh, seasonal fruit makes the best variations. … Read more

Skillet Bacon Cheeseburger Pizza Recipe

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Yes, I’m serious. This is pizza — really. It might sound strange at first, but trust me: bacon cheeseburger skillet pizza works. Initially, the idea of ground beef on pizza didn’t appeal to me. But after thinking about it, I was reminded of slow-cooker cheeseburgers we love, and realized the concept could translate beautifully to … Read more

Chocolate Pound Cake with Bacon Bourbon Glaze

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I’m sorry for tempting you with this. Looking at this cake on my screen makes me want it right now. I want it immediately — on my plate, in my face. Sometimes I go on complete bacon tangents, and I’m in one at the moment. I’ve been cooking with bacon constantly lately. I’m thrilled to … Read more

Who I’m Crushing On Right Now

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Happy Memorial Day Weekend! This is one of my favorite weekends of the year — I look forward to it every season. Are you doing anything special? My favorite tradition is attending a Memorial Day parade we’ve gone to for more than 30 years. Max is so excited to go this year! On the blog … Read more

My Mom’s Classic Gravy Recipe: Step-by-Step Homemade Gravy

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I’m trying to be timely! My mom is the undisputed gravy queen. She makes some of the best, lump-free gravy I’ve ever had. Growing up, she taught me a lot about gravy — including her favorite college snack of french fries and gravy — and she called certain food “sinful” in the best way possible. … Read more

Baked Butternut Squash, Sausage & Spinach Pasta Casserole

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We love this baked butternut squash, sausage and spinach pasta. It’s a cozy, flavorful dish perfect for fall—satisfying, simple to make, and ideal for feeding a crowd. I’ve basically baked autumn into a pan. This cheesy, savory, hearty baked pasta combines sweet roasted squash, spicy Italian sausage, tender pasta and bright spinach. It’s the kind … Read more