Weekly Meal Plan: What to Eat the Week of Jan 11–17, 2026

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Rolling through January with delicious dishes to brighten your week. What’s on your menu this week? What to Eat This Week Winter cauliflower kale salad Steak tacos with chimichurri Sheet pan sausage with Brussels sprouts and pierogies Green goddess turkey burgers Chicken Parmesan gnocchi soup Spicy tuna bowls Butternut squash couscous bowls Potato and egg … Read more

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

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Happy Saturday! I’m so glad we’re easing into spring — everything feels brighter and more rejuvenating this time of year. This week I shared a bunch of recipes I truly love. Many of you have already tried two favorites from the blog: the sticky sheet pan chicken and the one‑pot asparagus pasta. Both are easy, … Read more

Summer Garden White Bean Whip with Herbs & Lemon

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Annnnnnd here we go. All the grilled corn! All the time! This dip tastes like grown-up summer — the kind of summer built around grilled vegetables and watermelon margaritas, long evenings and slow, sun-warmed days. It’s the season when you crave bright, fresh flavors and food that feels effortlessly seasonal. Non-grown-up summer is full of … Read more

Crispy Sweet Potato Home Fries Recipe for Breakfast or Brunch

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You might be reading this and thinking these home fries are healthy because they’re made with sweet potatoes. Fair assumption. But wait a second. I need to confess something. I fried them in bacon grease. And when I say “may,” I mean I absolutely did — and it was totally worth it. Full disclosure: I … Read more

Pink Peppermint Bark Macarons Recipe — Festive Holiday Dessert

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This is a huge day! I finally made macarons successfully without 1. having a myocardial infarction 2. getting divorced 3. throwing my out the window and, even better, they turned out fantastic. The reason I went with peppermint bark is simple: I’m obsessed with those peppermint bark–covered cookies from Williams Sonoma. I’ve tried cheaper versions … Read more

Roasted Butternut Squash Baked Penne with Sage and Parmesan

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There are two things I have to say before we get to the pasta. First: after watching the CMAs, I’m officially obsessed. I would like Carrie Underwood’s legs—immediately. And if she’s sharing a wardrobe, I’ll take that too. Second: my secret celebrity crush is Blake Shelton. He’s my boyfriend in my head, and I refuse … Read more

Garlic Kale & Cashew Fried Rice Recipe for Flavorful Weeknight Meals

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I just ate a chocolate bunny for dinner, so it felt like the right time to have some actual food.

garlic kale and cashew fried rice I howsweeteats.com

What counts as a real dinner these days? I’m not entirely sure, but I can tell you what it isn’t.

It’s not kombucha and saltines — especially not the kind of kombucha you’re seriously tempted to spike with vodka — paired with saltines because they feel comforting and familiar. Saltines with sliced cheese don’t count either.

It’s not seven clementines consumed because they were within arm’s reach while holding a baby and you somehow managed to peel them one-handed. That feels like an achievement, but it’s not dinner.

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What to Eat This Week: Meal Ideas for Oct 8–14, 2023

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We’re in the heart of fall, enjoying all the season’s best flavors and comfort foods. Looking for ideas for this week’s menu? Here are vibrant, cozy dishes perfect for autumn meals. What To Eat This Week BBQ chickpea pitas — a smoky, plant-based option that’s quick to assemble and full of texture. Chicken noodle soup … Read more

Roasted Turkey Breast with Perfect, Foolproof Gravy

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This easy roasted turkey breast can be the star of your Thanksgiving table or a simple weeknight dinner. Coated in a spiced butter rub, it roasts until the skin is crisp and the meat remains juicy, finished with a reliable, rich gravy. It’s the official howsweeteats Thanksgiving kickoff! November is my favorite month. Thanksgiving is … Read more

Silky Milk Chocolate Mousse with Coconut Whipped Cream

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I’d like to talk about embarrassing moments in life. My husband recently dropped 7,000 songs onto my computer, and I can’t stop rediscovering my old albums. I find myself blasting Aaliyah’s “One in a Million” at every opportunity. It’s funny how owning CDs feels so foreign now—what will kids in the future think when they … Read more