Buffalo Chicken Grilled Cheese with Beer Cheese Fondue

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If you’re not eating buffalo chicken this weekend, what are you even doing? Wing sauce should be a requirement. Whether you’re watching the game or just hiding under a blanket with snacks, buffalo flavor belongs on your plate. I’m definitely here for the food — all the dips, the grilled cheeses, the messy goodness. Also: … Read more

Summer Fridays Volume 8: New Tracks & Beach Vibes

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I wish every summer Friday felt this relaxed and sun-soaked. EATING I’ve been alternating the same simple favorite: tomato toast. It’s fresh, bright, and endlessly satisfying — I keep coming back to it. DRINKING If you haven’t tried the whipped coconut cream cold brew I posted this week, make one soon. It’s creamy, a little … Read more

Crunchy Cashew Butter Granola Recipe for Breakfast and Snacks

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I’m having a huge granola moment right now.

cashew butter granola I howsweeteats.com

It’s so intense that as I type this I’m finishing a bag with yogurt, strawberries and cashew milk — which may explain the current cashew obsession. Even if I try to limit myself to one spoonful, it never quite works. Why is granola so convincing?

The one consolation is that this feels healthier than the bacon tortilla chips I keep craving. In a moment of weakness I might pick the granola over the chips — and honestly, that’s a win.

Who is this person and what have I done with myself?

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Summer Fridays Volume 9: New Releases & Seasonal Picks

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This is one refreshing summer Friday! EATING This weekend I’m resetting after a carb-heavy getaway. I plan to prep my summer chickpea salad, a blueberry summer salad and the heirloom tomato and grilled peach pasta. I might also make steak and potato skewers for Sunday night dinner. DRINKING Frozen drinks are on my mind — … Read more

Cheddar, Scallion & Bacon Scones — Savory Breakfast Pastry

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We adore these cheddar scallion scones. Little savory, fluffy bites studded with crispy bacon — they’re truly divine. Serve them for breakfast or alongside soup or salad. Perfect for March and Saint Patrick’s Day. I have the scone of your dreams! These cheddar scallion scones are tender and airy, loaded with sharp cheddar and crispy … Read more

2019 Thanksgiving Planning Guide: Build Your Perfect Celebration

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It’s here — the ultimate Thanksgiving recipe guide with more than 100 tried-and-true recipes to help you plan an unforgettable holiday meal. Thanksgiving is one of my favorite days of the year: comforting, nostalgic, classic — and absolutely delicious. I’ve organized this collection into clear categories so you can build the perfect menu, from turkey … Read more

Butternut Squash–Infused Bourbon and a Butternut Manhattan Cocktail

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We’re about to soak a vegetable in bourbon, and honestly, that feels very right. Butternut squash–infused bourbon, you ask? Yes. Let’s walk through this so you can have a bottle ready for the next eight-ish weeks of holiday fun. This year I’m very much on the early-holiday train. Some years I wait until November; other … Read more

Summer Weeknight Tomato Burrata Pasta Recipe

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This weeknight burst tomato burrata pasta is the perfect summer dinner: burst tomatoes, garlic, parmesan, fresh basil and creamy burrata come together for a dish that’s both bright and comforting. It might just be my ultimate summer weeknight meal — and honestly, can you blame me? Burst tomatoes. Melty burrata. Garlic and olive oil. A … Read more

Vanilla Bourbon Caramel Apples Recipe — Boozy Gourmet Treats

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Hello. Can we be kids for a quick second? Okay good. We also need to be grown-ups so we can dip our apples in bourbon. It sounds a little ridiculous — but it works. And yes, sprinkles. Not a surprise, right? The sprinkles weren’t entirely my idea. After Amy put sprinkles on her chocolate caramel … Read more

Weekly Meal Plan: What to Eat the Week of Feb 16, 2020

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Fun February meals are right around the corner! This week’s lineup has a delicious variety of flavors and easy-to-make dishes. I can’t wait to cook some of these favorites and share ideas for using leftovers. For Monday, I’m bringing back a longtime favorite: thai chicken quinoa. It’s filling, full of flavor, and makes excellent leftovers … Read more