Hey friends❣️ Happy Sunday! Before I get to the snacks, something's been on my mind lately... In a moment when food content can be generated on a screen in seconds, I’m still here cooking real food in a real kitchen and taking real pictures of it. Why? Because food is about as human as it gets: we literally become what we eat, after all. And food inspires real passion. We crave it, we celebrate with it, and a perfect plate of fries can make just about anything better. When I create a recipe,...

Hey friends❣️ We made it through the torrential Midwest rains and today the sun is shining ~ you better believe dinner will be outside on the patio tonight. And dessert is the headliner. I’ve got a brand new recipe to share today and I’m kind of in love. How could you not love this pie? It’s got everything we want in a summer dessert: a chocolate crumb crust, a frosty spiked mocha filling, a chocolate drizzle, and whipped cream. It’s no-bake, make-ahead friendly, and just boozy enough to feel...

Hey friends❣️ My breakfast might not always be healthy (cue the Dessert for Breakfast section on my site...) but dinner is usually a healthy-ish affair in our house, and I find that easiest to stick to in summer. These favorite dinners are all inspired by classic bright green sauces that are a staple in my kitchen. Green Goddess Salmon Every cook should know how to make Green Goddess. It's honestly one of the most vividly flavored dressing I've ever encountered, and it can be translated into...