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Creamy Mushroom and Chicken Noodle Soup with Poached Eggs

How unusual can soup be? Pretty unusual today — yes, there’s an egg in it. But eggs belong in so many dishes; they add richness, texture and comfort. This recipe is a quick, ramen-inspired bowl that comes together in about half an hour and delivers big flavor. It’s versatile enough for a solo night in … Read more

Sweet Potato Chili Cheese Bites for Game Day or Snacks

I have to share the easiest snack ever. We have a chili problem. I can’t make a small batch of chili, and we rarely finish the giant pots I make. That means a lot of leftovers get frozen. Often I forget about them, so both freezers end up full of Tupperware containers of chili. Call … Read more

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This rice krispie treat marshmallow cheesecake — utterly irresistible.

This thoughtful post on authenticity and “faking it” — powerful and insightful.

These easy peanut butter cookies — simple, adorable, and delicious.

Spring pea pesto with bacon and leeks — bright, savory, and seasonal perfection.

Grilled polenta bites with roasted red pepper, feta, and thyme — a flavorful, elegant appetizer.

Almond Joy cupcakes — light, fluffy, and chocolatey.

A post about sharing the beauty in everyday life — a genuinely moving read.

Roasted poblano queso fundido — rich, spicy, and utterly comforting.

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How to Make Puffy Tacos at Home: Crispy, Puffy Taco Recipe

I don’t know which is more tragic: finishing a perfect taco or the last sip of a margarita. Both are equally sad, which is why this night I went with a beer and an overload of tacos—for myself. In true high-maintenance millennial fashion, December dinner can feel like a slog: everything tastes like brie with … Read more

48 Father’s Day Weekend Recipes to Impress Dad

All my favorite recipes for Father’s Day weekend in one place: a hot dog bar, slider station, frozen cocktails, grilled snacks, sides, salads and desserts.

Here’s a curated collection of the very best ideas to make Father’s Day weekend — and the rest of summer — delicious.

These recipes cover everything a great BBQ needs: smoky mains, grilled sides, cool drinks and sweet treats. I’ve included family favorites, easy crowd-pleasers and classics with a twist — think smash burgers, caramelized-onion everything and my beloved root beer BBQ ribs.

48 Recipes for Father’s Day Weekend

The summer harvest is generous and delicious.

We’re diving into zucchini salad season, and yes, I would have preferred it fried, but this is the version that’s actually happening.

Vacation’s over and I’m already making the sad face about it. Is it really a vacation when you’re a parent? Honest answers, please.

The one bright spot about coming home: an enormous stash of tomatoes and jalapeños waiting for me. I’m dreaming of guacamole and caprese salads. Bring mojitos if you swing by.

The Brown Sugar Bourbon Smash combines rich brown sugar syrup, quality bourbon, spicy ginger beer, crisp apple slices and a cinnamon stick for a cozy, fall-inspired cocktail. Hello Friday eve—you deserve a cocktail. Fall cocktail season is my favorite. Between apple cider and warm spices, the flavor combinations are unbeatable. If you love autumn drinks, … Read more

Blueberry Mint Juleps Recipe: Refreshing Summer Cocktail Guide

At the risk of getting ahead of myself, I have to tell you about these. Every year as May approaches, I wrestle with choosing between two favorite adult beverages: margaritas and bourbon (or really, anything made with bourbon). But why choose when you can have both? Whoever scheduled the Kentucky Derby near Cinco de Mayo … Read more

Double Chocolate Loaf Cake with Salted Caramel Glaze

Do you know what it feels like to stand barefoot in the kitchen and scoop freshly bubbling caramel sauce off a spoon? I don’t—because I was wearing socks. But I do have taste buds, and they’re foolproof: even a whole jalapeño wouldn’t faze me. Back in the era of purple silk shirts and paisley vests, … Read more