A new year is here! We’re kicking off the week with a flavorful, crowd-pleasing meal plan: soups, salads, hearty mains and easy breakfasts. Simple, satisfying meals to start the year right. What are you cooking this week? What To Eat This Week Start with one of my favorite salads: a honey-mustard chicken chopped salad. It’s … Read more

We love this chicken parmesan gnocchi soup! Packed with chicken parmesan flavors, the broth combines fire-roasted tomatoes and parmesan for a rich, comforting bowl. Top it however you like and you’ll fall in love. We can’t get enough soup. This chicken parmesan gnocchi soup is a crowd-pleaser: hearty, flavorful, and simple to make. Fire-roasted tomatoes … Read more

I made ice cream in November. Okay—fine. I made it for myself. But really, that means it’s for you, too. That’s how this works. Today I turned 31 and I’m a little baffled. When I see the number 31 I laugh and think, “I’m not 31!” It’s happened more than once. The strange part: instead … Read more

I love a chopped wedge salad! It has all the classic wedge salad flavors—crisp iceberg, juicy tomatoes, crunchy bacon and chives—tossed with a bright blue cheese vinaigrette. So delicious and easy to make. Perfect for summer. This chopped wedge salad captures everything you want from a traditional wedge but in a chopped, tossable format. It’s … Read more

Big, big problem here. Huge. Monumental. Someone made frosting that tastes exactly like chocolate cheesecake. It’s dangerous. Delightful. Addictive. Someone who’s borderline obsessed with cheesecake started sneaking spoonfuls of frosting, nibbling cupcakes and sprinkles, and somehow didn’t take a single photo until most of the batch was gone. The next day they finally remembered to … Read more

This charming green goddess cheese ball is an ideal holiday-party appetizer and an easy make-ahead snack to keep on hand during busy festive days. For me, the holidays are all about snacks. Not just pre-dinner bites, but treats you can gift, leave out during gatherings, or prepare ahead of time. Make-ahead options are essential when … Read more

A Little Secret From HowSweetEats I snapped these photos to share a cozy, behind-the-scenes moment from HowSweetEats. The images capture a mix of textures, colors, and close-up details—small bits of everyday life that feel warm and familiar. They’re meant to convey atmosphere rather than tell a specific story, inviting you to notice the quiet, simple … Read more

It’s the weekend — and an unofficial start to summer! On the blog this week I shared a few favorites: a potato salad topped with crispy shallots, a red-white-and-blue sheet pan shortcake, a collection of recipes perfect for Memorial Day weekend, and my summer 2024 reading list. There’s also a new weekly menu and a … Read more

Today I’m chatting about shredded Brussels spaghetti — a cozy, flavorful dish that’s perfect for brightening a Monday. This is my ideal weeknight dinner: quick to make, packed with vegetables, and topped with cheese. A version of Brussels spaghetti is often my go-to pasta when I want something satisfying without a lot of fuss. I … Read more

It’s summer! I can’t stop shouting it: summer is here. Technically we still have a few weeks before the calendar says it’s official, but after a long winter it already feels like summer in my head. I couldn’t be more excited. This weekend is shaping up to be the best. What are your plans? Some … Read more