Fresh cranberries and pomegranate seeds bring a bright tart-and-sweet contrast to these easy-to-make waffles — an ideal choice for autumn breakfasts or a festive holiday brunch. I absolutely adore these Cranberry Pomegranate Waffles. They began as an idea for mini pies, briefly flirted with becoming pancakes, and ultimately found their perfect expression in a crispy, … Read more

Grilled Chicken Al Pastor is a simple, flavorful Chipotle-style copycat that’s perfect for tacos, bowls, burritos, or salads. A bold, spicy marinade—brightened with pineapple and lime—coats boneless, skinless chicken thighs, which are then grilled for a smoky char. With about 22 minutes of total hands-on time (plus marinating), this recipe is ideal for weeknight dinners … Read more

S’Mores Cinnamon Rolls are the ultimate indulgent weekend breakfast. All the classic s’mores flavors—graham cracker, chocolate and toasted marshmallow—are rolled into sweet, flaky cinnamon rolls using easy refrigerated crescent roll dough. Table of contents Ingredients Instructions Tips & Variations Storage & Serving More cinnamon roll recipes It’s Sunday morning and you deserve a treat. These … Read more

On this Grilled Charcuterie board, mini skewers of meat and vegetables are quickly grilled and arranged with pickled vegetables, dipping sauces, melty grilled brie, and toasted baguette slices. It’s an excellent choice for summer entertaining, a backyard party, or a relaxed Friday night with family. Make as many mini skewers as you need — they’re … Read more

Italian sausage and penne are tossed in a creamy four-cheese tomato sauce for a satisfying weeknight meal that comes together in about 30 minutes. I love pasta and I love cheese, so creating rich, cheesy pasta dishes is one of my favorite kitchen pleasures. This Italian Sausage Penne with Four-Cheese Tomato Sauce combines savory, well-seasoned … Read more

Fresh lemons and strawberries blended with bubbly prosecco create a bright, refreshing Lemon Berry Prosecco Sangria—an easy, crowd-pleasing cocktail perfect for spring and summer gatherings. If you follow me on Instagram you might know I’m a regular at a neighborhood spot that feels like my own version of “Cheers.” It’s the kind of place I … Read more

Chicken curry meatballs simmered in a fragrant Indian coconut vindaloo sauce — a simple, flavorful, gluten-free weeknight meal. Today I’m sharing a recipe that highlights vindaloo curry in a fresh, approachable way. Vindaloo is known for its bold, tangy heat and pairs beautifully with chicken; here I use vindaloo seasoning both in the meatballs and … Read more

Fresh, bright, and ready in about 5 minutes, this Avocado Lime Dressing is a simple, flavorful staple. Ripe avocado provides natural creaminess while lime juice, garlic, cilantro, and warming spices deliver zesty, balanced flavor. Use it as a salad dressing, taco topper, grain bowl sauce, or veggie dip—once you try it, you’ll want to drizzle … Read more

This Instant Pot Birria recipe delivers tender, deeply flavored meat in a fraction of the traditional time thanks to a homemade birria seasoning and pressure cooking. Built on authentic birria spices and dried chiles, this version is perfect for quesabirria tacos, ramen bowls, burritos, or simply served as a rich stew. Big flavor and easy … Read more

If you love the smoky, slightly sweet chipotle vinaigrette dressing served at Chipotle, you’ll adore this copycat version. It captures that same bright, bold flavor so you can enjoy it at home without the line or the price. This dressing is perfect on a Chipotle-style salad built on crisp greens and topped with fajita veggies, … Read more