Summer Fridays Volume 8: New Releases & Seasonal Favorites

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Hello summer Friday! Here’s what my weekend looks like. EATING An old favorite: my brown butter garden vegetable pasta skillet. I’m also planning to make the summer BBQ quinoa salad — bright, smoky, and perfect for warm weather. DRINKING Definitely a lemonade frosé for the win. I’m also craving a giant margarita — tangy, cold, … Read more

Braised Short Ribs Beef Stew Recipe for Tender, Flavorful Comfort

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This is comfort food spelled out. Right there — that stew. I was great at spelling in school — always top of the class — probably because I remember things with unnecessary detail. Unfortunately, that means I remember all the little things that drive the men in my life up the wall. Math, on the … Read more

Who I’m Crushing On Right Now

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Happy weekend! It’s officially Halloween weekend — I hope you have something fun planned. Yesterday I shared my October beauty favorites a little early in anticipation of the VIB sale that starts this weekend. It’s one of the best times to shop and stock up. Also, come back later this week: I’m launching something big … Read more

Cheesy Chicken Parmesan Meatballs in Creamy Vodka Sauce

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Meet the most delicious vodka sauce chicken parmesan meatballs: juicy, tender chicken meatballs simmered in a silky vodka sauce, topped with melty mozzarella and fresh basil. They’re a winner no matter how you serve them. Cozy season is the best season. These vodka sauce chicken parmesan meatballs are a little dream: tender meatballs baked in … Read more

Chocolate Peanut Butter Cheeseball Recipe for Holiday Appetizers

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Still not receiving updates since I switched domains? Please update your Google Reader feed! http://feeds.feedburner.com/howsweeteats/smSp I threw this together on a whim, hoping it would turn out well — and it did. To start, I mixed an 8-ounce block of softened cream cheese with peanut butter and powdered sugar until smooth. I was careful about … Read more

Decadent Chocolate Coconut Cake for Easter Celebration

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This chocolate coconut Easter cake is an easy, festive treat for the holiday — a tender chocolate sheet cake finished with coconut cream cheese frosting, toasted coconut and Cadbury mini eggs. It’s a fun food week here! This chocolate sheet cake is topped with a whipped coconut cream cheese frosting, crunchy toasted coconut and crisp-shelled … Read more

Buffalo Chicken Puff Pastry Hot Dogs: Spicy Wing-Inspired Treats

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These buffalo wing hot dogs are irresistible. Wrapped in flaky puff pastry, stuffed with sharp cheddar and blue cheese, finished with buffalo sauce and green onions, and perfect with ranch for dipping. Six words I never expected to say together—but here we are. These buffalo wing puff pastry hot dogs are genuinely delightful, especially if … Read more

Fig and Farro Grain Bowls with Lemon-Lavender Vinaigrette

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Fig grain bowls are my favorite September dish. Can you tell I’m obsessed with fig season? I live for them. Those little juicy jewels with pops of honeyed flavor might be my favorite fruit right now. Favorites change with the seasons, but this moment is all about figs. Grain bowls can feel trendy, but I … Read more

Friday Trivia Challenge: Quiz #3 for Quick Brain Teasers

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Please update your Google Reader to: http://feeds.feedburner.com/howsweeteats/smSp   Enter the American Spoon GIVEAWAY!   Longest. Week. Ever. Anyone else feel that way, or was it just me?   My breakfasts kept getting more interesting each day, so I wanted to share a few favorites.   First up: plain oats, elevated.   oats organic skim milk … Read more

How Sweet Is Your Wedding? Romantic Tips for a Memorable Day

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I’ve shared a few wedding photos before, but they were so small you could barely make them out. Here are some of my favorites—larger and clearer so you can enjoy the details. I’ll be back tomorrow with more recipes and treats to tempt you. Chocolate cake with chocolate fudge filling, white chocolate icing and white … Read more