Smoky Bacon Popcorn with Burnt Sugar Glaze and Sea Salt

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I can’t even. This popcorn is utterly addictive. I’ve never considered myself a huge popcorn person, but lately it’s all I want. It probably started with those popcorn crunch brownies—wow. This is my second recipe that pairs with Pavan, and this time it complements the signature Mediterranean cocktail. Pavan is a grape-based liqueur, almost like … Read more

Things I’m Currently Crushing On: Top Finds and Favorites

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Hey hey! Happy May! This week on the blog I featured a roasted broccoli pimento cheese melt that is absolutely delicious. I also shared a sneak peek from my new book Everyday Dinners: a creamy burrata baked ziti. Other recent favorites include chili lime chicken tacos with pineapple salsa, a roundup of my favorite Tex‑Mex … Read more

Greek Yogurt Doughnuts with Stovetop Strawberry Granola Recipe

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Let’s bring breakfast back to the donut. Donuts have slid so far into dessert territory that it feels strange to call them breakfast anymore. The modern donut scene is wild — bacon bits, multiple glazes, cereal toppings and over-the-top creations like cronuts. It’s ridiculous and indulgent, and also totally irresistible. It’s 2016 energy: casual fashion … Read more

Currently Crushing On: What I’m Obsessed With Right Now

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{via} Hello weekend! We’re at that part of winter where I’m getting a little stir-crazy, but it’s still too cold and gloomy to do much besides curl up on the couch and watch movies. This past week I worked through 40 recipes for my new cookbook. Next week I’ll share the first post about the … Read more

Currently Crushing On: Top Trends & Picks I’m Loving Now

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[via anniereeves] We’re alive — five days into a kitchen remodel and still standing, despite a few tense moments. Oddly, the disruption has made me more inspired to cook; limited space and improvisation have sparked creativity. I’m still working on my book and juggling renovations, so meals have become a bit of an adventure. The … Read more

Skillet Chicken Smothered in Thyme Butter Mushrooms

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I will do whatever it takes to convince you to make this for dinner tonight. This is hands-down our favorite chicken recipe of the year — an irresistible skillet chicken with mushrooms that everyone in my house begs for. The gravy is so good you’ll want to drink it. The skin crisps up perfectly and … Read more

Currently Crushing On: What It Means and How to Tell If They Like You

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Happy weekend! Can you believe it’s already mid-July? Time is flying. We’ve got a packed few days ahead with weddings, birthdays and dinners, and I’m relieved the book tour is finally over. How are you spending your weekend? p.s. I posted my Nordstrom sale picks — what I bought and what I already love. So … Read more

Citrus-Crusted Tilapia with Zesty Blood Orange Salsa

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I apologize for how often I’m going to hit you with citrus this week. But not really. Citrus is irresistible. Oranges, lemons, limes and similar fruits are among the most transformative ingredients in the kitchen. A bright hit of citrus can change a dish completely—bringing depth and lift the way caramelized onions or smoked sea … Read more

Blueberry Peach Coffee Cake Recipe for Summer Brunch

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Blueberry peach coffee cake is the perfect summer treat—think of a giant blueberry muffin studded with juicy peaches, finished with a crunchy crumb topping and a vanilla glaze. It’s wonderful for breakfast, dessert, or an afternoon snack. Honestly, cake for breakfast is one of life’s best ideas. Coffee cake is basically dessert that’s allowed at … Read more