I figured there was no better party starter for my appetizer section than a classic buffalo chicken dip. I’ve made this version for about six years and it never disappoints. This dip is one of the most requested snacks in our house, and we’ve even been known to serve it for dinner. It’s rich, cheesy, … Read more

Hello hello! This week on the blog I published several new posts I think you’ll love. There’s a spicy honeynut squash soup that’s cozy and bright, sourdough slab biscuits that are perfect for breakfasts and sandwiches, a roundup of cocktails and mocktails ideal for Thanksgiving, and indulgent apple pie crumble bars for sharing. My gift … Read more

This post is sponsored by Kitchen Basics stock. Lemon chicken soup, coming right up! This lemon chicken soup is the perfect way to lift you out of the winter doldrums. When the holidays are over and the days are still gray and chilly, a bright, warming bowl like this can change everything. It’s comforting and … Read more

These sheet pan cauliflower fajitas are a favorite weeknight meal. Simple and flavorful, cauliflower, bell peppers, onions and black beans roast together and are served with warm tortillas, sliced avocado and crumbled cotija cheese. Mondays are my favorite for meals. I may not love Monday itself, but Monday dinners are always full of flavor, easy … Read more

Welcome to my latest obsession: mezcal margaritas — specifically, smoked strawberry mezcal margaritas. These drinks are smoky, tart, subtly sweet and pleasantly strong. The mezcal gives them character while the strawberries keep things fresh and bright. After a late-night Jersey Shore relapse, I decided my life needed a little upgrade — and that upgrade came … Read more

We love this lemon chicken meatball soup! Tender lemon chicken meatballs simmer in a parmesan-infused broth with pasta and vegetables. It’s comforting, satisfying, and easy to make. I’m your soup girl! Small, tender chicken meatballs in a rich parmesan broth with bright lemon, vegetables, and small pasta—pure comfort food. I love brothy soups. Classic chicken … Read more

I made a gruesome discovery yesterday. A few weeks ago I mentioned doing some spring cleaning — which, in my case, meant opening my closet, trying on things in impossibly high heels, and procrastinating the real chores. Well, yesterday I found a drawer I had somehow missed. How you miss a drawer in a bedroom … Read more

Today we’re making the most delicious crab-topped salmon. This dish is seriously next-level—rich, restaurant-worthy, and perfect for a special weeknight or holiday dinner. If you want something impressive but easy, make this in the next two weeks. You won’t regret it. I’ve been sharing a few elevated recipes this month for when we want to … Read more

I want to faceplant into this plate. I smoked a turkey breast because it was less time-consuming and I didn’t want to waste food. We wiped out this turkey in just a few days — the two of us. You can absolutely smoke a whole turkey using the same technique; the recipe below includes notes … Read more

Crunchy baked chicken tacos are on the menu tonight! These handheld bites of creamy salsa chicken are crisp, flavorful, and perfect for a quick weeknight dinner. Topped with a simple pico de gallo, crumbled cotija, and pickled onions, they’re one of my go-to family meals. They come together faster than you’d expect and are easy … Read more