Hello and happy mid-November! First up, I rounded up my Thanksgiving essentials to help make the holiday relaxed and enjoyable. I also posted a creamy broccoli shells and cheese recipe, plus a pumpkin cream cold brew icebox cake, a spiced orange gin and tonic, and my mom’s beloved cheesy potatoes — a recipe you’ve been … Read more

I’m thrilled to share something special with you. I’ve put together a curated box of my favorite pantry staples from DeLallo Foods, filled with items I use regularly and love. As a longtime DeLallo fan, I handpicked each product to create a collection that’s delicious and versatile. Inside you’ll find essentials we reach for often—balsamic … Read more

I hope you like a thick, comforting bowl of chili. This pot is packed top to bottom with hearty ingredients and deep flavor. Yep. It’s that good. Oh — and there’s beer in it too. This is my third autumn writing this blog, and oddly it’s my third chili post. I usually don’t follow a … Read more

This potato salad with crispy shallots is a favorite summertime side dish—tender, buttery potatoes tossed in a creamy, tangy dressing with celery, Dijon, fresh herbs and plenty of crunchy shallots. Ah—summer side dishes! This creamy potato salad is a new favorite: Yukon Gold petites stay tender and buttery, the dressing has a bright, briny tang, … Read more

I’ve put together a delicious summer lineup featuring juicy tomatoes, sweet corn, fresh pesto and more—perfect for warm-weather meals. Below are tasty ideas to inspire your menu this week. What To Eat This Week Here are a handful of seasonal recipes that highlight bright, fresh flavors and simple preparations. Each one is great for casual … Read more

The jig is up. It’s time to introduce some new snacks around here. Don’t you think? You probably don’t believe I can survive on peanut butter–slathered bacon and margaritas alone, right? Don’t answer that. I do, which is half the problem. Anyhow — I made something fresh. Strawberry chunks. Mango matchsticks. Kiwi cubes. Delicate translucent … Read more

I’m so excited I can barely contain myself. Just look at this. Seriously. This is the prettiest cheesecake I’ve ever seen — the perfect way to kick off summer. The flavors are pure sunshine: cold beer, grilled ribs, mojitos, caprese salad…and Coney Island cheesecake. This stunning cake comes from my friend Rosie of Sweetapolita. If … Read more

I have some exciting news to share! My Salted Pistachio Cookie Butter collaboration with Ground Up is back for a limited time. This flavor was inspired by my favorite chocolate chip pistachio cookies and is packed with real, wholesome ingredients for a snack you can feel good about. When we first released this pistachio cookie … Read more

Delicious meals to brighten your winter days. Looking for ideas for this week’s menu? Here are comforting, flavorful dishes to lift your mood and make cooking enjoyable. What to Eat This Week White Bean and Greens Soup — A warming, nutritious soup that combines creamy white beans with tender leafy greens for a simple weeknight … Read more

[this post is in partnership with Harry and David. I’m creating recipes this season using their Royal Riviera pears, beginning with pear cider and now a savory flatbread — I can’t wait to share more! xoxo] Will you try pears on pizza this weekend? Again. I absolutely love pears on pizza — the contrast of … Read more