These lettuce wrap burgers are my new favorite. Melty blue cheese patties piled with caramelized onions and a drizzle of creamy honey mustard, all nestled in crisp lettuce cups. Refreshing, satisfying, and full of texture. I used to resist burgers wrapped in lettuce. Not because I was trying to skip the bun, but because I … Read more

Dipped in the richest chocolate. I never used to like shortbread — it always seemed dry and one-note, the kind of cookie you expect from your grandmother’s tin. Lately, though, I’ve been embracing richer flavors: nuts, pecan pie, lemony bites. So I decided to give shortbread a fair shot and, of course, I dressed it … Read more

Sometimes life is confusing. You know. Do blueberries taste good in mojitos? Wait, really… did I buy those skinny jeans? Do people actually drink wine after squishing grapes with their toes? Really? What will happen to Vincent Chase come September? Do I want a cookie or a cupcake? What on earth was I thinking when … Read more

This is another take on the chocolate chip + oatmeal cookie mash-up I keep returning to. So what? I like cookies. I like chocolate. I am a little bit obsessed with brown butter. I don’t usually love plain oatmeal, but I do love it in cookies with chocolate and brown butter. I also enjoy recipes … Read more

I am excited about today. Guess what? Even if it’s Monday, it’s another day closer to March, which means spring is approaching — and with it, summer, beach days, sunshine, mojitos, swimsuits and, yes, neon. Neon everything—though not on my food. I’m trying hard to resist buying a hot pink or neon yellow handbag. Convince … Read more

I am feeling rather deprived. I’ve never actually had frozen hot chocolate, so I can’t claim to be the ultimate expert. But I really, really, really want to try it. Does desire count for anything? Can someone please teleport me to New York City so I can taste the famous Serendipity frozen hot chocolate? While … Read more

I’ve got your summer chicken! Don’t worry — this one-pot peach basil chicken is easier than it sounds. The idea of fruit with savory chicken might feel unusual at first, but the combination of sweet peaches, fragrant basil, and a rich pan sauce makes for a surprising and delicious weeknight dinner. Honestly, it looks even … Read more

Hello dreamboat. This has become my favorite dish lately. I want to dive face-first into that bowl and resurface months from now when it’s warm and sunny — and hopefully swimsuit-ready. This recipe is pulling double duty today. First: Valentine’s Day. It’s an easy, light, and impressive meal to prepare for someone you love — … Read more

These bolognese stuffed peppers are cheesy, saucy, and a weeknight dinner dream. They’ll quickly become a new favorite: an easy, comforting way to make dinner feel special. If you already have leftover bolognese, these come together in minutes. Bolognese is one of the most-loved meals in my house. I include a full version in my … Read more

This zucchini pasta is one of my favorite dishes to make for lunch, dinner or a gathering. Caramelized zucchini and tender pasta are dressed in a bright lemon vinaigrette, finished with toasted pine nuts for crunch and shaved Parmesan. It’s incredibly flavorful and can be prepared ahead of time. Is it too late in the … Read more