Dorito Taco Salad is bright, full of flavor, and packed with satisfying textures. Ready in about 30 minutes, this family favorite is hearty enough to be a meal, with plenty of protein and fiber. I grew up with this Dorito Taco Salad and still make it regularly for my family. It’s loaded with vegetables for … Read more

This pineapple kiwi mint smoothie tastes like a sip of the tropics. I’m writing this while happily sneaking a brownie, so forgive my distracted enthusiasm for anything chocolate. Smoothie “recipes” can feel too easy to post—almost like I’m assuming you can’t toss a few things in a blender yourself. But this one isn’t lazy. It’s … Read more

This pineapple habanero salsa combines roasted tomatoes, onion, habanero peppers, and pineapple for a bright, balanced condiment. Sweet caramelized pineapple and onion meet savory roasted tomatoes, spicy habanero, bright lime, a touch of garlic, and fresh cilantro to create a versatile salsa perfect for chips, tacos, eggs, or as a topping for grilled meats. Why … Read more

I’ve written about Braden Perkins before as the co-creator of the Paris supper club Hidden Kitchen. He and his partner Laura Adrian closed HK a year and a half ago and went on to open an official restaurant called Verjus. Braden and I have been friends for six years, which has given me the pleasure … Read more

Make this homemade Stouffer’s-style mac and cheese with just six simple ingredients. It’s creamy, comforting, and easy to prepare—no need to buy the frozen version anymore. Classic macaroni and cheese is a crowd-pleaser, and this copycat Stouffer’s mac and cheese recipe delivers the same rich, creamy flavor you love from the frozen trays—made fresh at … Read more

This Frosted Irish Cream Brownies recipe originally appeared in 2011. I’ve refreshed the post with a few updates and clearer notes. I still remember the year for personal reasons — recovering from illness, celebrating a royal wedding, and bringing home our rescue dog HAL — but the brownies are the real focus here. Updated Brownie … Read more

Creamy Pesto Chicken is a simple, flavorful dinner made with chicken, cream cheese, pesto, and mozzarella. With minimal prep and easy ingredients, it’s a family favorite that works well low-carb or served with sides like rice, pasta, or a salad. Creamy Pesto Chicken This one-pan bake makes juicy, tender chicken topped with a rich pesto-cream … Read more

My Nana’s famous Cherry Cheesecake — incredibly delicious and the go-to dessert at every family gathering. Ever since I was a child, I’ve loved being in the kitchen with my family. From shredding cheese on a box grater with my mom (which left a scar I still have) to sitting on a stool rolling pumpkin … Read more

Skip the oven and cool off with these easy no-bake summer desserts. When temperatures climb, firing up the oven is the last thing you want to do. These nine easy no-bake summer desserts are ideal for hot days when you crave something sweet without adding heat to the kitchen. Each recipe is quick to assemble, … Read more