The best gifts for someone who loves to cook — my 2024 kitchen gift guide is packed with practical essentials and delightful items that make thoughtful presents. Below are many excellent options I personally recommend. This 2024 kitchen gift guide gathers favorites I’ve used and loved this year, plus many items I plan to give … Read more

Finally — a dessert that doesn’t require turning on the oven. These boozy watermelon granitas are a welcome relief for hot days: bright, icy, and impossibly easy to make. Inspired by other classic granitas, this version pairs pureed watermelon with a touch of sugar and coconut rum, then finishes with a cloud of coconut whipped … Read more

Oh my gosh — this lavender white wine sangria will quickly become a go-to summer cocktail. I have so many refreshing drinks queued up for Thirsty Thursday that every week I end up calling the latest one “your new drink for summer.” I love the idea of a signature cocktail, but honestly I’m indecisive — … Read more

Otherwise known as the lunch I am currently living for. This avocado and tomato bagelwich has been my go-to lunch all summer. Ripe heirloom tomatoes, creamy avocado and a flavorful spread come together on an everything bagel for a simple, satisfying meal. I prefer calling it a bagelwich — it just sounds a little more … Read more

Happy weekend! This week on the blog I published a comprehensive holiday recipe guide and several new recipes to inspire your seasonal cooking. Highlights include a pear pistachio puff pastry, a cozy sweet potato chicken chili, and an eggnog sparkle sheet cake — all perfect for holiday entertaining and weeknight comforts alike. All of my … Read more

This Thanksgiving chicken and stuffing bake is an ideal solution when you don’t have time or need to roast a large turkey. Paired with an easy gravy, it’s packed with classic holiday flavor and comes together quickly. How are we here already?! It’s Thanksgiving week and I’m sharing a collection of recipes that capture all … Read more

Pro tip: shape your dough into a heart to make the best white pizza! Last week I joked about making everything heart-shaped this week, and I’m sticking with it. Remember the heart pizza with heart pepperoni I shared years ago? I make a version of that every Valentine’s Day for Eddie — and now for … Read more

Update your readers! http://feeds.feedburner.com/howsweeteats/smSp   Congrats to everyone who played Friday trivia! The correct answers were: 1. Ryan Clark 2. Casino (South Park holds the record for animated film, but Casino still has more) 3. Fangtasia. (This was tricky — I saw “vampire” bar, not “the bar.”)   Those who qualified are: Y Jenny Okra … Read more

Or in alternating titles, How To Trash Up Your Banana Bread. I mean, maybe Elvis would have been my friend if he were still around, but since that’s not an option, you’ll have to settle for my bacon peanut butter banana bread. It sounds strange to some — my mom, for one, refuses to mix … Read more

[This post is sponsored by Nestlé. I’m excited to share some delicious ice cream recipes for summer!] My love for ice cream cake runs deep. When you see this, who wouldn’t be tempted? Ice cream cake was always a very special treat growing up. We only had it on rare occasions, and those moments felt … Read more