The coziest dish of the season: braised short ribs with risotto. Red wine–braised short ribs rest on a bowl of creamy charred scallion risotto — a perfect comfort meal for cool autumn evenings. I’ve got a cozy October dinner idea for you. These short ribs braise until fall-apart tender and richly flavored, then they’re served … Read more

You know I absolutely love salmon. I’ve been a huge fan for as long as I can remember. From the days of cassette tapes and questionable hair choices to now, salmon has always been a favorite. My dad first started grilling thick salmon fillets marinated in soy sauce, brown sugar and garlic, and I fell … Read more

Welcome to what heaven looks like. (And tastes like. Totally.) If there’s a perfect way to welcome October, it’s with this mac and cheese. It’s rich, comforting, and packed with flavor — familiar enough for a crowd yet distinctive enough to keep every bite interesting. The balance of nutty Gruyère, melty Swiss and sharp Parmesan … Read more

Please update your Google Readers! http://feeds.feedburner.com/howsweeteats/smSp   For Christmas my brother gave me a Sur La Table gift card. I can spend hours in Sur La Table or Williams Sonoma, wandering the aisles like a child in a candy store. My husband insists I don’t need anything because I already have everything. He doesn’t understand. … Read more

Happy summer Friday! Here’s what’s on the agenda for the weekend. EATING With temperatures in the 90s this week, I’m craving chilled, crunchy bites. I’ll be making a mango avocado shrimp salsa, my favorite summer chickpea salad, and a quick 20-minute summer squash pasta to keep things light and fresh. DRINKING Fresh cherry lime vodka … Read more

I’ll wait while you grab a defibrillator. Just one loaded bite. One gloriously messy mouthful. We’ll take it together — it won’t be bad. I’ve wanted to make homemade cheese fries forever. My favorite version comes from Shake Shack, and since I don’t live near one, I only get those fries maybe once a year. … Read more

Happy summer Friday! What are your plans for the weekend? EATING We’re obsessed with marinated tomato BLTs on repeat — they’re light, juicy, and perfect for summer. Another favorite right now is an incredible rotisserie chicken salad that’s easy to throw together and keeps well for lunches. DRINKING All the Aperol spritzes. A cold spritz … Read more

The butteriest Parker House rolls have arrived. Let’s make “butteriest” a real word — these rolls deserve it. I used to think making bread on Thanksgiving was overkill. Fresh bread is ideal, yes, but the oven is often needed for several show-stopping dishes and there’s so much else to manage. For years I avoided committing … Read more

This cauliflower gratin is a cozy, versatile side dish that pairs with almost any main. Made with smoky gruyere, a touch of parmesan, and a crunchy Dijon breadcrumb topping, it’s rich, savory, and deeply satisfying. It’s side-dish season over here! I’m always hunting for the best sides for holiday meals, and this cauliflower gratin is … Read more