It’s surprising what you can find in the bottom of a crisper drawer. My crisper is basically where vegetables go to die — I’m looking at you, carrots — and it’s always a mess. I rarely think about fresh vegetables unless they’re staples like potatoes, onions or mushrooms. The crisper is a black hole I … Read more

This bright, refreshing lemon loaf combines crushed pistachios with a tangy lemon glaze and a sprinkling of pistachios on top — ideal for breakfast, dessert, or afternoon tea. It’s the perfect weekend treat. Spring feels especially lovely with a simple lemon loaf to enjoy alongside coffee or tea. This loaf is studded with pistachios and … Read more

We love these melty meatball wraps! Our favorite ricotta meatballs are tossed in marinara, then tucked into a wrap with pesto and plenty of cheese. Toasted until golden and gooey, they’re the ultimate comfort meal. Now this is my kind of back-to-school dinner! These cheesy meatball melts are wrapped in a crispy tortilla smeared with … Read more

Now that you’ve made cashew chicken for dinner, it’s time for dessert! These chocolate peanut butter cookie bars are the kind of dessert that disappears in seconds. Rich chocolate and creamy peanut butter combine in a chewy, buttery bar that’s easy to make and impossible to resist. The texture balances a soft center with slightly … Read more

Say hello to my new obsession. Fresh strawberry cobbler for the win! Look at those puddles of melting ice cream swirling into warm, juicy berries topped with a soft vanilla cobbler crust. I can hardly contain myself — I want this every single day. Please send me to Fresh Strawberry Cobbler Anonymous ASAP. This summer … Read more

This grilled Thai pork tenderloin turns an ordinary weeknight into something special. One look and you’ll understand—this is a total flavor bomb. We love pork tenderloin for dinner. It’s a welcome change from chicken: familiar, but with a distinct, satisfying flavor. It’s also quick to prepare and keeps the meal feeling light and approachable. What … Read more

It happens—this is a note to myself: make these dishes now. I need dinner inspiration and fast. The grilled blackberry and basil smash sandwich has been on my mind nonstop. Juicy blackberries and fragrant basil paired with melty cheese on a crisp, buttery bread? Yes, please. I’m making this one today. The brown butter garden … Read more

Hi hi. How are things? How was your weekend? What did you do? Where did you go? Who did you see? Ugh — those small-talk questions can be exhausting. So instead, here are a few things I did this weekend that you probably don’t need to know, but I’m sharing anyway because that’s how this … Read more

What a whirlwind of a week! Since last Saturday we welcomed our newest addition, and I’ve had a handful of posts I haven’t shared here yet. In case you missed them, I posted my grilled chicken Caesar sandwiches, a no-churn strawberry Oreo ice cream, and a deep dive into my seasonal house salad obsession. This … Read more

Please update your Google Reader! http://feeds.feedburner.com/howsweeteats/smSp This dip is far from pretty. But it is oh so good. By the time I reached for a bite, it was gone. Full disclosure: I licked the dish. Guests or not, I have no shame. I adapted this recipe from my friend Kelly — yes, the one with … Read more