This frozen strawberry lemonade is the simplest, most refreshing thing you’ll make all summer. Embarrassingly easy — just two ingredients and a blender. That icy, frozen slushy you see? It’s about to happen in your kitchen. All you need is lemonade (homemade or bottled) and frozen strawberries. That. Is. It. You can dress it up … Read more

So—what’s the story with your leftovers? Here’s how I handle mine. I adore leftovers in the days after a big meal. For me, the next few days are essentially an extended Thanksgiving: reheat the stuffing, mashed potatoes and turkey, pile on the gravy and call it a second (and, if we’re honest, a third) comforting … Read more

Now it really is the most wonderful time of the year — my 2018 holiday baking list is here! Last Christmas I ended up sick right on the holiday — some kind of stomach bug that kept our whole family from attending the usual Christmas Eve and Day festivities. Emilia was only a month old, … Read more

Happy Saturday! I’ve been busy this week sharing recipes and ideas I’m excited about — and thought I’d round them up here so you can catch up easily. On the blog I posted our favorite kale caesar crunch salad, a bright and crunchy take on the classic, plus chicken meatball pitas that are packed with … Read more

AH YOU GUYS! Exactly one month from today, The Pretty Dish will be released! It’s hard to believe it’s only a month away. It feels like I was just writing and shooting the whole book yesterday. I’m beyond excited to share that, to celebrate the countdown, I’m offering 15 exclusive bonus recipes to everyone who … Read more

This creamy pancetta gnocchi is an ideal holiday dish—cozy, comforting and cooked in one pot. It’s rich with Parmesan and sun‑dried tomatoes and comes together quickly for a super delicious meal. Special, slightly fancy gnocchi to brighten your holiday week. This creamy gnocchi features crispy pancetta, plenty of garlic, Parmesan and tangy sun‑dried tomatoes. It’s … Read more

Happy summer Friday! Here’s what I’m excited about this weekend. EATING I’m obsessed with puff pastry hot dogs right now — they’re shockingly good and perfect for an easy dinner. I’ll also be making my summer BBQ chicken pizza on the grill for a smoky weeknight meal. Cilantro lime salmon with rice is on heavy … Read more

I hope you have a fabulous and delicious 4th of July, and that your celebration includes plenty of cupcakes. And if today is just a regular Monday for you, treat yourself to cupcakes anyway — it will brighten your day, I promise. I’ll be back tomorrow with something impressively delicious and triple-layered. Any guesses?

Sunday morning I woke with an unshakable craving for granola bars. Maybe it was triggered by Mr. How Sweet’s New Year’s Day comment about buying Fiber One bars in bulk. I raised an eyebrow—he does not need more fiber, trust me. Why won’t he eat my homemade granola bars? If I could make a granola … Read more