Oh, how I love strawberry cocktail season! After returning from the start of my book tour, I didn’t run the washer, unpack, or do grocery shopping. Instead, I recreated a cocktail I enjoyed at The Plaza Champagne Bar so I could share it with you. This Strawberry Champagne Tequila Fizz is wonderfully bright and refreshing. … Read more

You are going to fall in love with this blueberry summer salad! I tested and photographed this recipe quickly because so many of you asked for it after I shared it on Instagram. It came together on the fly for my mom’s birthday and was an instant favorite. I actually have another berry salad planned … Read more

Doesn’t this look like dessert? It’s not — though if you prefer sweet-savory combinations, this could easily pass for a dessert-like meal. I often wonder if I’ll ever tire of pizza. Saying pizza is your favorite food is as predictable as naming Dirty Dancing your favorite movie or admitting your favorite color is pink. Guilty … Read more

The crispiest ranch smashed sweet potatoes — tender inside, golden and crunchy at the edges. These smashed sweet potatoes are tossed with ranch seasoning, roasted until crisp, and served with ranch dressing for dipping. A dream for ranch lovers. If you love ranch, this side dish is for you. These are my classic smashed sweet … Read more

Come join us this month for The Pretty Dish Book Club! HAPPY SEPTEMBER! It’s hard to believe this is the sixth month of The Pretty Dish Book Club. Time has flown by and the community has been wonderful. You’ve all been making so many recipes from the book — I’m constantly amazed by your photos, … Read more

This week on the blog I shared a few favorites worth trying: a rich pork marsala, a savory pear and blue cheese galette, chewy sprinkle cookies that have become our go-to, and spicy chili crunch baked feta. Each recipe is easy to follow and great for weeknight dinners or holiday gatherings. Planning meals is simpler … Read more

This ramen noodle crunch salad is my new favorite—bright, crunchy, and full of sesame flavor. Early summer is officially salad season, and this one is a must-make. It’s simple to prepare: toss everything together, chill for about 30 minutes, and serve. The recipe feels nostalgic—like a classic party salad—but I updated the dressing and ingredients … Read more

This might be the most vegetables I’ve ever squeezed into one post, though you wouldn’t know it from the flavor — they blend right into the dish, which is exactly how I like them. But today isn’t about the veggies. It’s about beef. Surprisingly, I’ve only shared two beef recipes here before: a beef bourguignon … Read more

This salmon piccata is full of bright flavor and comes together in under 30 minutes. Tender chunks of salmon are simmered in a lemon-butter sauce with capers and fresh herbs. Serve over jasmine rice for a simple, satisfying dinner. Dinner time! This salmon piccata features tender, buttery pieces of salmon in a bright lemon sauce … Read more