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23 Delicious Mother’s Day Weekend Recipes to Impress Mom

Here are 23 of my favorite recipes for a lovely Mother’s Day weekend: appetizers, salads, mains, snacks, desserts and cocktails. Whether you’re hosting a celebration or enjoying a quiet spring weekend, there’s something here to make the day special. Many of these dishes are easy to prepare and perfect for savoring at home with loved ones.

I’ve gathered a delicious selection to inspire your menu this weekend.

There’s a wide variety of flavors and formats below—light salads and vibrant vegetable dishes, comforting pastas and risottos, simple grilled items, and sweet treats to finish. Many of these recipes highlight fresh spring ingredients like asparagus, strawberries, blueberries and herbs, making them ideal for the season. Pick one or two crowd-pleasers, or build a full spread to celebrate.

23 Mother’s Day Recipes for the Weekend

Oh yes—I just turned eggplant parm into a grilled cheese.

How do we feel about this? Shocked? Thrilled? Curious?

My reaction: HUNGRY.

Happy Saturday! Happy first Saturday of May — can you believe it’s already here? So tell me: what are your plans today? Celebrating Cinco de Mayo, watching the Kentucky Derby, both, or neither? I’m combining the two and making something delicious. Follow along on my Instagram stories to see how it turns out. If you … Read more

Crispy Brussels Sprout Tartine with Caramelized Onions and Goat Cheese

This is how to make a delicious, high-maintenance Brussels sprouts toast. Yes, this one is genuinely high maintenance. It uses two skillets and the oven, but the results are worth the effort. This is one of those recipes you make when you want comforting food and don’t mind taking a little extra time to create … Read more

Merry Merry Happy Happy: Festive Ideas for Joyful Celebrations

Wishing everyone a very Merry Christmas and a peaceful, joyful night. May this season bring warmth, good company, and happy memories to you and your loved ones. Celebrate safely and enjoy every moment of the holiday.

Green Goddess Tuna Melt Tartines: Creamy Avocado & Herb Open-Faced Sandwiches

Monday means it’s time to eat your greens! I never expected to post a recipe using canned tuna, but here we are. This green goddess tuna is quickly becoming a favorite—bright, creamy, and perfect for an easy midday meal. I’m on a bit of a mission to create and share more lunch-friendly recipes. Honestly, it’s … Read more

5-Step Chili Recipe: Quick Homemade Chili in 30 Minutes

Looking for something to go with your cornbread? This easy, flavorful chili is the perfect match. I have a little confession: when I make chili I rarely follow a strict recipe. I usually toss ingredients together, taste as I go, and season to suit my palate. That said, I’ve refined a simple, reliable method that … Read more

Triple Chocolate Fudge Peanut Butter Cookies That Wow

Once upon a time I combined chocolate and peanut butter. Luckily for you, it was yesterday. Yesterday! Luckily for me too. Not so lucky for my thighs or the seven bikinis shoved in the back of my drawer that haven’t seen daylight since this blog began. But who wants to think about spandex strings? Not … Read more

Layered Watermelon Coconut Shake with Salty Lime Sugar Rim

Take your breakfast snacks up a notch with these bright, refreshing layered shakes. If you don’t already snack for breakfast, give it a try — these shakes make it worth it. I found those playful straws at Target, which is basically my kryptonite. Their displays of pastels, neons, glitter and patterned pillows always pull me … Read more

Cheesy Zucchini Roll-Ups (Video Guide)

[this post is in partnership with my favorites, DeLallo Foods! I created some recipes and videos you’ll see over the next few months.] How do we even handle this much cheesiness? It’s intense. Over the top. Outrageous — and it’s all covering a green vegetable, which means it’s actually a win for dinner. Cheesy zucchini … Read more