Oh yes — BEER brownies! If you make just one dessert for Valentine’s Day (or just for yourself), make these. They’re deeply rich and chocolaty, and the recipe yields a small batch — perfect for one or two people who want something intensely indulgent without a huge pan to tempt them for days. This version … Read more

I’ve had requests to share more of our dinners and meal ideas, so here’s a recent dinner we enjoyed together. That gooey, melty top says it all: BBQ, chicken, cheese, pasta and caramelized onions make a satisfying combination. For extra texture, I sprinkled panko on top for a crisp finish. I used smoked cheese in … Read more

Apple cider coffee cake is the perfect fall treat: a spiced apple cake finished with a crunchy crumble and tangy cider glaze. It’s ideal for breakfast, brunch, or as a dessert with coffee — incredibly flavorful and easy to make. I have your weekend treat! This apple cider coffee cake will quickly become a seasonal … Read more

Another bean burger. I KNOW. Is it getting old? I’m getting old. I keep making them! I’m on a bean burger journey. Each new version improves on the last, but every past recipe still has its place. These chickpea burgers are special because we don’t fully cook the beans ahead of time — we soak … Read more

How much do I love you today? I’m here to persuade you to try meatloaf—yes, really. I’ve loved meatloaf forever. It’s one of those nostalgic dishes tied to childhood memories: the comfort of home cooking, the steady scent of something warm in the oven, and the simple, satisfying flavor that never gets old. The main … Read more

I’d love to chat over a big plate of pretty with you. What’s new with you? Have all the Cadbury eggs disappeared from your house, or do they make you cringe? Do you at least remember that 90s bunny in the commercial? And seriously — how done are you with avocado toast photos on a … Read more

Hello dreamboat. This bowl is my current obsession. I want to dive face-first into it and resurface when the weather is sunny and warm. Preferably, I’ll also be swimsuit-ready by then. Today’s recipe pulls double duty. First: it’s a perfect, simple, light meal for Valentine’s Day—easy to make for someone you love or to make … Read more

Sheet pan chicken fajitas are the ideal weeknight dinner: everything roasts together on one pan, developing charred, smoky flavor, then gets stuffed into warm tortillas with plenty of lime, cheese and creamy toppings. We make fajitas often because they’re easy to prep ahead, quick to assemble and almost always provide leftovers. Marinating the chicken and … Read more

These Brussels sprouts fritters are golden, crisp, and full of flavor — finished with parmesan and paired with a sun‑dried tomato‑basil dipping sauce. They’re irresistible as an appetizer, snack, or side. Raise your hand if you love Brussels sprouts! We’re raising every hand in this house — Brussels sprouts season is the best. I still … Read more

This grilled cherry chicken kale salad is satisfying and full of flavor: balsamic-grilled chicken, fresh cherries, red onion, goat cheese, pistachios, and a bright rosé vinaigrette. Truly delicious. Some days call for a hearty kale salad, and this is one of them. The recipe starts with juicy, smoky grilled chicken that’s been tossed in a … Read more