Most delightful meals to kick off July! What’s on your menu this week? What to Eat This Week This week’s lineup is full of fresh, easy dishes perfect for summer. From vibrant salads and grilled mains to comforting pastas and bright breakfasts, these recipes make planning simple and delicious. Below are crowd-pleasing ideas to inspire … Read more

Not to sound repetitive, but here’s another simple weeknight dinner: One-Pan Creamy Orecchiette Pasta. Picture a complete pasta meal cooked in a single skillet: sliced chicken sausages, tender spinach and sweet peas mingling with orecchiette in a silky, cheesy sauce. All made in one pan for minimal cleanup and maximum flavor. I’m serious — this … Read more

There’s one green I’m happy to welcome into my life now and then. I actually really enjoy arugula. Well, as much as someone who isn’t a full-on veggie fanatic can enjoy a green. One of the earliest recipes I posted here was an arugula and asiago pesto. Prepared that way, I truly adore arugula — … Read more

I don’t even know who I think I am these days. Maybe a pretend barista? Most of my coffee orders would make a real barista cringe: extra caramel, lots of mocha, and one pump of vanilla in absolutely everything I order—always. For real—always. This obsession started at home with the Nutella lattes, which remain my … Read more

Best fresh meals for hot summer days! Looking for ideas for this week’s menu? Here are simple, flavorful dishes that celebrate summer produce and make weeknight cooking easy and enjoyable. What to Eat This Week Parmesan pasta frittata — A clever way to use leftover pasta: crisped edges, creamy interior and plenty of parmesan for … Read more

Broiled Tilapia Parmesan is simple to prepare and packed with flavor. A creamy topping of Parmesan cheese, butter, mayonnaise, lemon juice and a blend of dried herbs and spices is spread over tilapia fillets, then broiled until the fish is flaky and the topping is golden. Serves 4. Quick, easy and restaurant-quality tilapia parmesan. This … Read more

Oh hi. Me again. Back with more chili. Hope you’re not tired of it yet. Actually, scratch that—on second thought, I hope you are a little sick of plain bowls of chili. This recipe is a perfect way to transform leftovers into something new. It came together completely on a whim one night at nearly … Read more

These Cheesy Beef Enchiladas Verde are an irresistible spin on classic enchiladas. Seasoned ground beef is mixed with a creamy salsa verde enchilada sauce, rolled into soft flour tortillas, topped with more sauce and plenty of cheese, then baked until bubbly and lightly golden. This recipe serves 4 (two enchiladas per person) and takes about … Read more

These cheeseburger tostadas are my newest obsession — all the flavors of a classic cheeseburger on a crisp tortilla shell. Pile on your favorite toppings and you’re ready to eat! Cheeseburger tostadas are my love language. These crunchy, cheeseburger-inspired bites are perfect for weeknights or casual gatherings. They’re fun to eat, easy to assemble, and … Read more

In this Mississippi Pot Roast Sandwich, a lightly toasted sandwich roll is spread with roasted garlic aioli and layered with leftover pot roast, crispy fried onions, melty provolone cheese and sliced pepperoncini, then served with a simple au jus for dipping. Recipe yields one sandwich and can be scaled up as needed. I may or … Read more