Skillet-Baked Fontina-Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms

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16 pro tips: Why you should make fontina-smothered mushrooms. Coming right up. 1. So you’ll have something delicious to stuff your face with. Duh. 2. Because they pair perfectly with a glass of wine. 3. Wait — what doesn’t? 4. To prevent that bag of spinach from wilting away in your crisper drawer like it … Read more

Currently Crushing On: Who I’m Obsessed With Right Now

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Hey Saturday!

I’m thinking of everyone affected by the hurricane — it looks terrifying and I truly hope you all stay safe. xoxo

We don’t have many plans this weekend beyond possibly another fall festival and the usual October activities. If you missed my posts earlier this week, I shared my September beauty favorites and lifestyle favorites. It’s my favorite time of year.

There were a few videos this week: I put together a Friday night cheese board, made Greek yogurt donuts with stovetop granola, and baked peanut butter pumpkin cookies. Delicious.

What are you all up to?

Loving these links:

The most powerful post: it’s time to show up.

What you should cook this October.

This curried pumpkin coconut soup sounds fantastically comforting.

These ginger lemongrass pork lettuce wraps are going on my menu.

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Weekly Meal Plan Ideas — Menu for Oct 31–Nov 6, 2021

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Some of my favorite classic recipes from the blog are on this week’s menu. Soups, salads, pasta — comforting, simple, and satisfying. What will you make this week? What To Eat This Week Start the week with a smoky pumpkin bisque topped with grilled cheese croutons — warm, cozy, and perfect for a chilly evening. … Read more

Classic Egg Noodles with Savory Brown Gravy

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I’m so glad you all enjoyed the Friday FOOD Trivia! The answers: 1. Little Tongues 2. 12 3. Cheerioats Those who qualified: Low Stephanie Kayce Lo Amy Lou Julie Yvonne Sara Ashlee Sarah Shelley Jess D Karla Kristie Lynn Kelly Evan Mellissa Sarah Seth Cassie VeggieGirl Naomi Congrats! Please double-check that your name is on … Read more

Top Recipe Disasters of 2012: Kitchen Fails and Fixes

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Okay, people. I’m officially calling 2012 the year of recipe disasters. It was a rough one. 2010 was… whatever. 2011 was kind of rough. This year? Ouch. I had more failed recipes come out of my kitchen in the last 12 months than ever before. Maybe it was because I’ve gotten more comfortable — you … Read more

Coconut-Crusted Shrimp with Pineapple Peach Salsa

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Endings matter to me. Last night I watched Dear John again, hoping the ending would be different. It wasn’t. I re-read the final page of The Island for days because I wanted a cleaner finish. That didn’t happen either. I even DVR-ed the Bachelorette thinking that if I watched the ending twice something dramatic might … Read more

Currently Crushing On: What I’m Loving Right Now and Why

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Hello weekend! This week on the blog I shared a few favorites: charred cauliflower orzo, sloppy joe stuffed peppers, a roundup of easy dinner ideas, and these irresistible black bean smashburgers. I also posted everything I read in March, a fresh weekly menu, and a peek at a week in our life. Join the Everyday … Read more

Cheesy Enchilada Bake for Quick Weeknight Dinners

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This cheesy beef enchilada bake is a cozy, comforting weeknight meal. Homemade enchilada sauce, ground beef, corn, green chiles, tortillas and cheese make this extra delicious. Leftovers are great too! This is the ultimate weeknight meal. This beef enchilada bake combines a rich, homemade enchilada sauce with seasoned ground beef, corn, green chiles, torn corn … Read more

Father’s Day Celebration Ideas and Gift Guide

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Happy Father’s Day to my amazing Dad! Love you, Dad. Thank you for always being there, for your guidance, and for the laughter we share. Thanks for a wonderful vacation — the memories we made together mean the world to me. Your kindness, patience, and steady support have shaped who I am. Today I celebrate … Read more