We’re in full summer mode over here—grilling, tossing fresh salads, and savoring every sunny moment. Warm weather calls for simple, flavorful meals: smoky grill favorites, bright salads, and easy pasta dishes that come together in minutes. Below are our top picks for meals to enjoy this week—fresh, fast, and perfect for summer. What to Eat … Read more

I’m sending you a big autumn hug in the form of pizza. A big, indulgent, high-maintenance autumn hug. But so worth it. I’ve been on book tour lately and one question keeps coming up: what recipe am I craving or which is my favorite from the blog or book? I’m terrible at picking favorites. Monthly … Read more

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

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

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

{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

[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

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

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