Happy Saturday! I hope you’re enjoying a lovely holiday weekend. This week on the blog I shared some of my favorite summer recipes and little indulgences. Highlights include grilled gorgonzola potatoes, a bright strawberry and burrata quinoa salad, cherry cheesecake swirl brownies (so good!), and my new favorite crostini: basil butter grilled bread topped with … Read more

Can we call this breakfast if it contains muffins? I’m ready to say yes. Summer feels like it’s already here, and with warm weather comes ice cream season. Before summer slips away, there’s still time to make ice cream—especially ice cream studded with blueberry muffin pieces. The great thing about this is you can use … Read more

Whole Wheat BBQ Shrimp Flatbreads Here’s a quick snack that doubles as an easy weeknight dinner or a great appetizer for a party. These whole wheat BBQ shrimp flatbreads are crispy, cheesy and loaded with flavor. The crust bakes up like a cracker with a pleasant chew and a nutty whole-wheat texture. If you don’t … Read more

This hot honey hummus is one of our favorite snacks. It’s incredibly creamy with a hint of sweet heat. Topped with whole chickpeas and a drizzle of hot honey, it’s perfect with crackers, veggies, or used as a dressing or dip. Snack time! This hot honey hummus is a dreamy, super-creamy snack you can make … Read more

If you’re still searching for a delicious Easter dessert, you’re in the right place! These stuffed cupcakes have quickly become one of my favorite treats. That’s saying a lot—I really love dessert. They’re fun, colorful and impressive without being overly complicated. Once the cupcakes are baked and cooled, you cut a cone-shaped well into the … Read more

I hate to admit it, but these little green stems are starting to grow on me. Ugh. Asparagus has always been one of those vegetables I can tolerate only in small doses — usually because the season is short around here. I can handle roasted spears now and then, but until recently I never thought … Read more

This summer salmon spaghetti is a favorite in our house! Marinated garden vegetables, lots of garlic and fresh basil, grilled salmon and hot pasta make for a delicious, light and satisfying meal. This is a summer meal if I’ve ever seen one! This summer salmon spaghetti is fresh, satisfying and full of flavor. Garden vegetables … Read more

I could not be more excited about these chickpeas and dumplings! This is literally a hug in a bowl — comforting, creamy and easy to make. I promise it will become a favorite. If you’ve been around for a while, you may know my beloved chicken and dumplings recipe. It’s the ultimate comfort food: rich, … Read more

Hello hello! This week on the blog we continued our Thanksgiving series with a maple-spiced Brussels sprouts salad. I also shared a brown butter mashed potato bake, my roundup of the best Thanksgiving drinks, and a maple-roasted carrot side dish. There’s a new weekly menu up, plus a peek at a week in our life … Read more