Oh Monday… you look good. Growing up, pasta just wasn’t my thing. I never liked tomato sauce, and noodles rarely appealed to me. My mom made pasta every Thursday night — a tradition that continues — and more often than not I sulked through dinner, retreating to my room hungry and dramatic. I haven’t fully … Read more

This is the best BBQ chicken chopped salad — juicy grilled chicken, charred sweet corn, black beans, sharp cheddar and more come together in a bold, flavorful bowl. A bright honey-mustard vinaigrette finishes it off for the perfect weeknight meal. There’s something irresistible about a BBQ chicken salad. By “BBQ” I mean chicken tossed or … Read more

Oh my word—so much cooking lately. It’s been a busy month in the kitchen. Since January 1 I’ve been sharing nearly daily step-by-step recipe videos on Instagram. If you visit my Instagram page and check the highlights, you’ll find over 80 full walkthroughs of simple, approachable dinners. Below are 15 of the most popular recipes … Read more

Hello! Today I’m giving away one of my favorite kitchen items — and one I get asked about the most: a copper KitchenAid stand mixer. It’s essentially a rose-gold tone and it’s been a beloved staple in my kitchen for years. This giveaway is not sponsored; it’s my way of saying thank you for being … Read more

Happy Thanksgiving! Happy day for stretchy pants and savoring every bite! Wishing you a joyful holiday filled with good food and warm company. I want to take a moment to say how truly thankful I am for you. Whether you visit every day, support this site, or send over entertaining recipe ideas, your enthusiasm makes … Read more

Oh hi. I’m still here, turning kitchen experiments into entertaining disasters every week. Let’s walk through the year’s funniest and most humbling recipe fails. One of my favorite annual posts is the RECIPE DISASTERS roundup. It’s honest, messy, and usually pretty funny. While 2018 didn’t produce quite as many wipeouts as some years—I wasn’t juggling … Read more

I’d like to introduce you to these scones. There are a few reasons you might love them: It feels delightfully wrong — and perfectly right — to enjoy Halloween candy flavors for breakfast. These scones channel that Almond Joy vibe without sending you into a sugar spiral. They taste indulgent, but you won’t feel odd … Read more

This apple cider granola tastes like fall in a bowl! Crunchy and warmly spiced, it’s made with oats, apple cider, apple butter, pecans, dried apples and more. Enjoy it for breakfast, on yogurt, or straight from the jar. It’s officially apple cider season! This granola is built around cinnamon and apple pie–style spices. An apple … Read more

I’m about thirty seconds away from head-butting the screen. This salad is that good. Can we even call it a salad? It’s basically bacon, bacon grease, toasted bread and shaved cheese tossed with warm Brussels sprouts and a tangy dressing. But yes—salad. And it’s completely fair. The real star here: bacon croutons. Crispy ciabatta cubes … Read more