Oh hi… end of summer. Nothing dramatic, just my ongoing disbelief. I won’t dwell on how time seems to fly. Though summer hasn’t officially ended yet, now is the perfect moment to use up basil, corn and other late-summer produce that will be hard to find fresh for months. There’s something comforting about squeezing every … Read more

Time to kick off summer with bruschetta burgers! I’m bringing these to the table this May and I can’t get enough. Does anyone else feel like the year just sped by? It’s wild that Memorial Day is almost here. The weather’s warming up and my brain is finally catching up — hello, summer. Almost summer! … Read more

This maple Brussels sprouts salad is a lovely autumn side or a fresh addition to your Thanksgiving table. Shredded Brussels, dried cherries, shaved Parmesan and toasted pine nuts are tossed with a spiced maple vinaigrette—bright, textured and delicious. This is how I’ll be eating greens all season long. Does anything feel more like harvest than … Read more

I’ve made Eddie’s dream meal. Well — his dream meal after pizza, a cheeseburger, shrimp and grits, a filet topped with lobster, and thirty chocolate chip cookies washed down with Diet Coke while standing at the sink. After all that, this is what he wants: grilled steak and a big spread of toppings to pile … Read more

Best of August, coming in hot! Planning meals for the week? Here are fresh ideas and easy recipes to inspire summer dinners and weekend cooking. What To Eat This Week Summer mushroom pizza with herby vinaigrette — a light, seasonal pizza topped with tender mushrooms and a bright herb vinaigrette for contrast. Honey chipotle shrimp … Read more

Hello there. I hope you are enjoying your weekend. It’s very hot here again, and we’re planning another trip to the pumpkin patch while trying to finish a few things before the baby arrives — like getting the nursery in order and maybe packing a hospital bag. A little last-minute, but we’ll manage. What are … Read more

Happy weekend! We have a fun few days ahead with Father’s Day and some strawberry picking planned. Wishing you a lovely weekend filled with good food and sunshine. This week on the blog I shared a selection of quintessential summer recipes perfect for backyard gatherings and easy dinners: pimento cheese pasta salad, summer shrimp salad … Read more

I’ve been keeping a secret: these salted dark chocolate chunk cookies are too good not to share. These salted dark chocolate chunk cookies have been our family’s favorite for months. I made them twice during Eddie’s birthday week, and even though he insists he “doesn’t like salted chocolate chip cookies,” he kept asking for more. … Read more

OH HI! Today’s Thirsty Thursday project is a little different — it’s not a cocktail recipe, but it does involve something to hold your drink: a floral ice bucket. It’s decorative, practical and makes any gathering feel a touch more special. This floral ice bucket was a huge hit last summer, and since so many … Read more

This post is sponsored by ALDI. This spinach artichoke bread is irresistible: a loaf of buttery bread sliced and stuffed with a melty spinach artichoke cheese filling, then baked until golden. It’s a dreamy snack or appetizer that everyone will love. The best way to upgrade spinach artichoke dip? Stuff it inside bread. Slice a … Read more