The best feeling on Thanksgiving morning? Knowing you’ve already got a few things checked off your list. These few things be done tonight and will make prepping for a big cooking day so much easier! No stress, no scrambling. Set your table. Get out your serving dishes and stick post-its notes on them with which dish gets which food. Put all your souper cubes and leftover containers aside so people can help you clean up easily. Cut carrots for roasting. Bake sweet potatoes for pureeing. Make a...
6 days ago • 1 min read
Feeling like you need one more side dish on your Thanksgiving table (or totally forgot to ask your host what you can bring)? These recipes come together fast with just a few ingredients, and still taste like you planned them all along. roasted broccoli roasted cauliflower roasted honey carrots lemon orzo spinach artichoke dip street corn casserole miso butter corn losing: Bookmark these — they’re great for any holiday pin Which one is your favorite?
8 days ago • 1 min read
Don't forget lunch for the all kids (little and big alike)! We are the 4pm kind of family...cook all day, watch the football, then eat. But that also means that all the people need a little something to tide them over until the big meal. Here are the recipes I make to keep everyone from getting HANGRY throughout the day... tiny tuna melts corn salsa & chips potato puff pastry bites grilled cheese sammies - in the sandwich maker pizza quesadillas 🥪Good old fashioned pb&j's work too - put the...
10 days ago • 1 min read
Not everyone loves turkey and that’s totally okay. I just happen to be one of those people... For us non-turkey peeps, here are some main dishes are that are flavorful, easy to make and just right for welcoming vegetarians, pescatarians and people who just don't feel like eating turkey! creamy pesto gnocchi spinach artichoke bake chili lime salmon pasta primavera miso butter salmon Are you team turkey or team sides?
11 days ago • 1 min read
Reader, These are my go-to recipes that are just as good (or better) when made ahead. Make any of these now, pop them in the freezer and take them out the night before the big day to defrost! Meatless Baked Ziti Spinach Artichoke Bake Lazy Lasagna and definitely keep this garlic compound butter on hand for brushing on garlic rolls, tossing with pasta or enhancing your mashed potatoes. You’ve got this and you future you will thank you😉!
12 days ago • 1 min read
Some pies just show up. Others get requested. These pudding pies have officially earned a permanent spot at our table and I think you’ll see why. Make them the day before, no oven space needed! butterscotch pie chocolate pie lemon pie vanilla pie pistachio pie banana cream pie And, if you want a pie that's a little more traditional, grab this pie crust and this classic can of pumpkin pie filling and leave about an hour for baking. And for those who want store bought, my husband swears by the...
14 days ago • 1 min read
There’s always that one dish people go back for seconds (or thirds). At our table there are two. These two recipes never make it to leftover status... and that’s saying something! The BEST Dinner Rolls EVER (4-Ingredients) Make a double batch, I promise you'll thank me you did! Grab the recipe here! Colorful Rosemary Roasted Carrots Sneak a few before you put them on the table so you don't miss out! Grab the recipe here! When you make these, let me know if they disappear super fast at your...
18 days ago • 1 min read
Hey Reader, I'm going to be sharing a bunch of Thanksgiving focused recipes and emails in the next few weeks. I want to make sure you are set up for success leading up to Thanksgiving. It's going to be more than you are used to seeing from me and I thought you should know. Everyone talks turkey this time of year, but let’s be honest, it’s the sides and sweets that steal the show. Here are a few of my absolute favorites that bring the comfort and flavor without all the fuss. These are...
20 days ago • 1 min read
Feeding the family before they head out for Halloween fun can be tricky...but I got you covered! Here are the 3 best Halloween night dinners to have at the ready... 1. Meatless Baked Ziti Warm cozy and just 6-ingredients! grab the recipe! 2. Creamy Pesto Pasta Made on the stovetop with just 4-ingredients! grab the recipe! 3. Spinach & Artichoke Pasta Bake Your favorite dip made into a cozy pasta recipe! grab the recipe! Have fun tonight and remember to take your "parent tax"... I'll be...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read