Time to enjoy all the delicious things of 2015! So. Is it just me, or does the new year not really begin until the first Monday? It feels that way. Please join me in being a forever-Monday starter and celebrate this first REAL day of the new year… even if it’s five days late. Indulge … Read more

This week, summer garden meals are in full swing, showcasing the best of seasonal produce in fresh, flavorful dishes. Start the week with grilled vegetable and halloumi skewers paired with a bright pistachio pesto. These skewers are light yet satisfying, and you can bulk them up by serving over jasmine rice or alongside extra grilled … Read more

Chicken and ricotta dumplings make for the coziest winter soup all season long. A rich chicken-and-vegetable broth with butternut squash and kale is finished with light, pillowy ricotta dumplings — pure comfort food. It’s snowing today, and there’s nothing better than a warm, creamy bowl of soup to brighten the day. This recipe really is … Read more

These BLT wraps with jalapeño ranch are a fresh, flavorful twist on the classic BLT. They’re perfect for summer lunches — crunchy, creamy and bright from ripe tomatoes, with a little kick from the jalapeño ranch. Few things beat a BLT for a simple, satisfying midday meal. This version is light and refreshing, and the … Read more

[This post with scalloped potatoes is sponsored by McCormick! I’m excited to continue my partnership with them this season to bring you standout holiday dishes.] Are you ready for the best Asiago scalloped potatoes? These are unreal — creamy, sharp, and deeply flavorful. I first mentioned Asiago potatoes months ago and since then I’ve made … Read more

I decided to switch things up so we could enjoy some veggies today! In pistachio carrot cake form. OF COURSE. I was hesitant about carrot cake until about ten years ago. It must have been at my bridal shower where I had a few carrot cupcakes and was instantly sold. The real draw for me … Read more

NEW FAVORITE DINNER ALERT! Sorry to shout, but this is SO good — winter comfort food at its finest. For a long time, traditional carbonara was my solo dinner: quick, comforting, and something I’d make when my partner was away. I assumed Eddie wouldn’t want it as a main because it’s mostly eggs and bacon … Read more

I stand by the belief that one grilled cheese is rarely enough. A single plain grilled cheese—with ordinary bread and a side of pickles—almost always leaves me wanting just a little more. Sometimes that “more” means an entire second sandwich. Other times it’s three-quarters of one. I’ve shared endless photos of my drippy, crunchy creations … Read more

My 2025 beauty gift guide highlights all of my favorite products for the season — the best holiday sets, items you can split up for teacher gifts, stocking stuffers and favorite-things parties, plus a few indulgences just for you. I look forward to sharing this beauty gift guide every year. While many of these items … Read more