So my thought is: if a meal has vegetables, it’s practically made for Monday. Nachos are the perfect way to start the week, and they even pair nicely with that whole margarita-Monday vibe. I’ll never complain about vegetables when they’re piled on nachos. Honestly, I’ll eat almost anything on a nacho — it’s true. I’m … Read more
Who knew vegetables could be this delicious? We absolutely can. Here’s a take on roasted squash that layers caramelized brown butter, crisp toasted quinoa and bright pomegranate for a side dish that feels special but is simple to make. A few years back I shared a spicy roasted squash with feta and herbs that quickly … Read more
We’re doing something wonderfully simple today. Start by buying unsweetened flaked coconut. Toss about one and a half cups into a food processor — or a high-powered blender if you have one. Blend continuously for a long stretch. Seriously: plan on roughly 12 to 20 minutes depending on your appliance. Pause occasionally to scrape the … Read more
Let’s step outside our comfort zone. If you’ve followed me online, you know this one is a little outside my usual territory. Not because I won’t eat it — I eat almost everything — but because making and sharing a curry feels a bit unfamiliar for me. Still, I love curries and anything made with … Read more
Update your readers http://feeds.feedburner.com/howsweeteats/smSp Oh my — brie is endlessly versatile. This version is festive, fast, and truly easy. It comes together in minutes and makes a beautiful, crowd-pleasing appetizer. I start with a small wheel of brie. Use some cranberry relish or leftover cranberry sauce from your holiday spread. If you have homemade cranberry … Read more
Growing up, my mom always made marble cake. I hardly remember her baking it, but I vividly remember eating it. I especially recall it when I look at my chubby elementary school photos. There’s one where I wore a purple silk top under a paisley vest. Vests felt cool back then, even if they weren’t … Read more
This is nothing like you expect — a ricotta jam jar? What is it, exactly? It’s not just jam — it’s a snack in a jar: creamy ricotta layered with pesto and finished with a quick tomato jam. Served with crunchy, salted toasted baguette slices, it’s the perfect balance of sweet and savory. This jar … Read more
Hello, lover. In a move that may be either brilliant or borderline reckless, I combined two celebrations into one recipe: PIMENTO CHEESE CHICKEN QUESADILLAS. Say it out loud. These are possibly the cheesiest — and spiciest — things to come out of my kitchen. Let me tell you how much Eddie loved them: he ate … Read more
A few months after our wedding, Mr. How Sweet and I went shopping to finish our registry. One of the items we picked up was a cast iron grill pan. You can imagine how thrilled Mr. How Sweet was, especially after carrying that heavy pan (and other things) around for hours. He was even more … Read more
Update your google readers! http://feeds.feedburner.com/howsweeteats/smSp What makes this burger special are the toppings. It’s versatile and can easily be adapted into a turkey, black bean, or vegetarian version. This recipe comes from my friend Barb, who generously shared a collection of her restaurant recipes with me. The star of the show is jalapeño. I … Read more