If there’s one snack that’s followed me through childhood and beyond, it’s apples and peanut butter. Truly the best snack. When I was little, my mom would slice apples, sprinkle them with cinnamon, and serve them with a dollop of peanut butter. I thought it was the greatest thing—well, almost the greatest. Sometimes I threw … Read more

I didn’t always love sweet potatoes, but I’m glad I came around. When I asked Mr. How Sweet what he wanted for his birthday dinner, he shouted, “Steak! And… mashed potatoes!” Not exactly a surprise. After a pause I asked, “What about mashed sweet potatoes?” I’d never seen someone so excited. He loves sweet potatoes. … Read more

This taco soup is my go-to for an easy weeknight dinner or make-ahead lunches. With lean ground meat, beans, vegetables and bone broth or stock, it’s hearty, flavorful and simple to prepare. Pile on your favorite toppings and enjoy. This is one of my favorite meals to meal prep — it’s versatile, reheats beautifully, and … Read more

Add spaghetti squash Parmesan to your list of new favorites! If I’m honest, this recipe has me feeling nostalgic—like it’s 2009 again. Back then we ate spaghetti squash all the time. Somewhere along the way I stopped, unintentionally, and it slipped from my regular rotation. Completely forgot it existed for a bit. I gave more … Read more

New year, new menu! Planning your meals for the week? Here are fresh, simple ideas to inspire dinner, lunch, and cozy breakfasts. What To Eat This Week Chickpeas and dumplings Lemon brown butter salmon BBQ chicken chopped salad Golden cauliflower chickpea bowls Sesame soy chicken bowls Pizza lasagna roll ups Tuna melt Blueberry muffin baked … Read more

HELLO. I am completely obsessed with this meal. Two words: dying. These mussels are one of those dishes I could eat again and again. The broth is irresistible, and the flavor is bold and layered. It’s perfect for a group or for a solo dinner—let’s be honest. And the best part: it takes about 20 … Read more

Happy weekend! This week on the blog I published a comprehensive Thanksgiving recipe guide, plus a step-by-step Thanksgiving week timeline that shows how I pull the whole meal together. I also shared a cabernet cranberry sauce, a cranberry-orange cheese danish, and my 2024 holiday reading list. Gift guides are live on the blog and include … Read more

It’s been almost exactly five months since I last posted a big roundup of things I’m loving lately — far too long. I do share favorites weekly in Tuesday Things, but there’s never enough room. So many great discoveries deserve a proper shout-out. Let’s catch up. [And while we’re at it, please admire this gloriously … Read more

Blueberry ricotta cake is perfect for the weekend. That glaze is irresistible. I’ll be right back — eating a huge slice. I love baking a weekend treat by Thursday or Friday — something to snack on all weekend or enjoy for breakfast. My mom swears by cake for breakfast. This loaf is exactly that: easy … Read more

Hi there. I’ve been a bit out of the loop the past four weeks—sleep deprived and completely smitten with a tiny new person I can’t stop holding—so I have lots to share. First, I have several upcoming cooking classes at Crate. I’d love for you to come hang out—this will be my first real group … Read more