Earlier this weekend, Caitlin tweeted that she was eating red velvet pancakes. What? I had never heard of them. I was shocked — I didn’t know such a thing existed. Apparently I live in a small bubble. All I knew was that I needed them now. I stopped whatever I was doing and immediately searched … Read more

Pizza appears in our kitchen at least once or twice a week. Mr. How Sweet can’t go long without it. For him, a pizza topped with pepperoni (and sometimes bacon) qualifies as a full meal. He even teases that pepperoni alone is enough to make it dinner. I’m always experimenting with pizza-inspired dishes. Although Mr. … Read more

This easy skillet chili is quick to make and tastes like it simmered all day. Fire-roasted tomatoes and tender pinto beans give it depth and body. Serve with your favorite toppings. This is how to make a fast, delicious chili that comes together in under an hour. This smoky skillet chili is perfect for busy … Read more

My mom has always made vegetable pizza, and everyone in the family loves it. As much as I like that, this time I had to try something different: fruit pizza! I remember my mom making a fruit pizza years ago, and I was completely obsessed. It must have been at least 15 years back. She … Read more

This broccoli slaw is my go-to summer side for cookouts and potlucks. You can prep it entirely ahead of time — it stays super crunchy, bright, and refreshing. It’s the perfect, versatile side dish. Just look at this big bowl of goodness! Broccoli slaw is wonderfully crunchy, tangy, and always a hit. This version works … Read more

This French onion croissant bake is ideal for a special breakfast or brunch. It’s assembled ahead of time and baked just before serving. Savory, cheesy and utterly delicious! Why is holiday brunch so wonderful? This overnight French onion croissant bake is the ultimate holiday breakfast: prepared the night before, rich and indulgent, and perfect for … Read more

This one-pot smoked sausage and rice is incredibly simple and full of flavor. It cooks quickly using smoked turkey sausage and fragrant jasmine rice, making a satisfying weeknight dinner or a convenient meal-prep option for lunch. Easiest meal ever right here! This one-pot smoked sausage and rice is quick, comforting, and made entirely in a … Read more

It’s official: I’m obsessed with these crispy, sticky chicken fingers. They are incredible — saucy, crunchy, sweet, savory and with just a touch of heat if you like. Best of all, they’re baked, not fried. Perfect as a snack, a fun weeknight dinner, Super Bowl fare or simply because you want something delicious today. We’ve … Read more

Still not receiving my updates since I switched domains? Please update your Google reader! http://feeds.feedburner.com/howsweeteats/smSp I came up with this little concoction hoping it would turn out tasty. I mixed cream cheese, peanut butter and powdered sugar, folded in chocolate chips, shaped it into a ball and chilled it until firm. The result was unexpectedly … Read more