Let’s talk about one of the best things: breakfast. I spent yesterday rewatching Clueless and fell in love all over again with button-down shirts, cropped sweater vests, plaid mini skirts and matching blazers. My friends and I spent the afternoon quoting lines like “as if” and “you can’t even drive,” and I’ve decided that “YOU … Read more

Here’s the plan. You only have to survive a few work hours before you can go home and make pizza. I want Pizza Mondays to be a real thing in my house. I know I said that recently about tacos, but I’m admittedly fickle — and pizza and tacos are constant obsessions. So much so … Read more

These BLT wraps with jalapeño ranch are a fresh, flavorful twist on the classic BLT. They’re perfect for a summer lunch—crunchy, creamy, and juicy from ripe tomatoes, with a little heat from the jalapeño ranch. There’s something so satisfying about a BLT for lunch. The contrast of crisp romaine, savory bacon and ripe tomatoes is … Read more

I have good news and bad news. The good news: I made bread that tastes like pizza. It’s swirled with grated provolone, spicy pepperoni and a sprinkle of Italian seasoning. Simple, comforting, and utterly irresistible. The bad news: it vanished. Gone. Every last crumb. If you were planning to stop by for lunch, all I … Read more

I’m turning this into a thing. QUESO FUNDIDO TACOS. Seriously — these are incredible. Gooey, melty queso fundido becomes the glue that holds a hard taco shell and a soft tortilla together, creating a handheld taco with the best texture combination: crisp, crunchy edges and a soft, warm interior. Instead of merely dipping tortillas into … Read more

I clearly remember my first chocolate-covered strawberry experience. My mom and I were at the mall—Greengate Mall, for anyone from Pittsburgh—about to step onto the escalator. It was in Hornes (which later became Lazarus, then Macy’s), where department stores still had candy counters. The counter was unattended, but a dish of chocolate sat there. My … Read more

Hi! Happy Saturday! This week on the blog I shared a delicious summer tortellini carbonara, plus some favorite recipes like halloumi fajitas and salted peanut butter rice krispy treats. We’re also wrapping up our summer Fridays with the final edition this month. You can find a new weekly menu and last week’s A Week in … Read more

Want to know how to make an incredibly flavorful chicken dish? Good. Because here’s a simple, satisfying recipe you’ll want to make again and again. Start by chopping jalapeños and aromatics, then sauté them in a little butter. Be cautious — the steam from chiles can sting, so don’t hover over the pan. Next, caramelize … Read more