Newsflash: I have a new obsession. Short ribs. Lots and lots of short ribs. I made a big batch of short ribs last week and cooked most of them overnight in the crockpot so my downtime became cooking time. When the slow cooker finished, I woke up and ate short ribs with a fork straight … Read more

I like pears—kind of. But I love pomegranates. A lot. I thought: why not combine them in individual little cups—pears simmered with sugar, cinnamon and a touch of cardamom until syrupy and warm—then top everything with a crisp, crunchy crumble? Pomegranate arils in a crumble might sound odd, but they add bright bursts of flavor … Read more

These buttery, lemony zucchini skewers are an ideal addition to any summer menu. Say hello to a new favorite summer side dish. Lately I’ve been having fun with skewers — turning simple vegetables into something elegant and grill-ready. The process is enjoyable, and the results are fantastic. How pretty are those ribbons? Before we get … Read more

I love food. In case you hadn’t noticed: I adore good food. This week I discovered so many delicious things I couldn’t resist sharing them with you. Here are a few favorites that stood out. Comforty, rich soups: I came across a creamy mushroom soup that’s almost convincing me to try vegan cooking—at least if … Read more

Before we dive into the burgers, a quick note about what I was up to. I was snacking on blueberry yogurt pretzels (delicious, though they’re more like white chocolate pretending to be yogurt) and sipping a San Pellegrino Aranciata that I’d spiked with vodka, Malibu and a splash of tequila. Not a professional mixologist, but … Read more

The quickest way to ruin an otherwise gorgeous chocolate fudge cake? No. Not the whiskey. (Surprisingly.) Cereal marshmallows. Straight from the box. “Outta” isn’t a word I’d normally use, but that’s exactly how they came: right out of the box. I’ve been typing ridiculous typos lately, so here we are. Where is my brain? Also: … Read more

Happy Saturday! It’s a long weekend and I’m looking forward to relaxing and enjoying some of our favorite summer rituals — sunshine, fresh food, and slow mornings. Earlier this week I shared some of my current favorites in beauty and lifestyle. I’ll be posting the September recipes for The Pretty Dish book club next week; … Read more

This is a seriously melt-in-your-mouth little cookie. For the third cookie of the month at Better Homes and Gardens, we focused on one thing: brown butter. Its toasty, nutty flavor transforms a simple sugar cookie into something unforgettable. If there’s butter in my life, it’s browned — and these cookies are no exception. I followed … Read more

A breakfast that includes bourbon? Not much to debate here — this is one of those dishes you make, devour, and immediately plan to make again. My family really likes their bourbon. It’s their go-to drink and a longtime favorite — a ritual we fondly call the “Lovett” drink, after Mother Lovett, who enjoyed hers … Read more

Cue the exclamation points: coffee Oreo ice cream is here! Yes — coffee Oreo ice cream. Pure joy. I don’t need any other dessert this summer. I’ve always had a soft spot for coffee ice cream. Long before I loved coffee itself, I loved coffee-flavored ice cream — the taste and the scent both felt … Read more