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cabbage and halloumi skewers

Every September, I step up onto my soapbox to report for my self-appointed duty — one part desperate, one part cantankerous — to remind us that summer isn’t over yet. I beg us to put away the decorative gourds and pumpkin spi…

Homemade Corn Tortillas

You can’t fully appreciate corn tortillas until you’ve tried homemade ones. They’re entirely different from the shelf-stable, store-bought kind. Instead of being dry and prone to cracking, they’re soft, bendable, and full of toa…

Cottage Cheese Egg Bites

High-Protein Cottage Cheese Egg Bites (Perfect for Meal Prep) Cottage cheese has been having its moment lately—and for good reason! It’s packed with protein, super versatile, and adds the perfect texture to these egg bites. I’ve been …

Apple Breakfast Cookies

Cozy Apple Breakfast Cookies (Perfect for Mornings or Anytime!) If you’ve made my classic breakfast cookies before, you know how much we love them around here. They’re one of our go-to recipes for quick breakfasts, healthy snacks, and every…

Creamed Corn

Don’t buy creamed corn in a can—this recipe is easy to make from scratch! It calls for 8 basic ingredients, comes together in a single skillet, and tastes SO much better than any canned cream corn I’ve tried. Creamy, cheesy, and packed with…

Spinach Artichoke Chicken Salad

A Chicken Salad That Tastes Like Your Favorite Dip (But Healthier!) If you love spinach artichoke dip as much as I do, this Spinach Artichoke Chicken Salad recipe is going to become a regular in your kitchen. I first made this on a whim using leftover …

Cauliflower Salad with Dates & Pistachios

Whether you’re ready for fall or hanging onto the last days of summer, we’ve got just the salad for the season! This lemony chopped cauliflower salad has the bright, crunchy, refreshing elements of summer coating a comforting fall veggie. The bes…

S’mores Date Bark

S’mores Date Bark – A Fun No-Bake Treat! If you’ve been around here for a while, you know I love creating new s’mores-inspired treats. Whether it’s s’mores cookies, s’mores clusters, or s’mores Rice Krisp…

Roasted Zucchini Dip

This easy roasted zucchini dip blends roasted zucchini, garlic, tahini, lemon, and dill into a creamy, healthy dip. Perfect with pita, crudités, or as a spread for wraps and sandwiches. Zucchini Dip If you’re looking for a light, fresh dip that’s just …

Vegetable Chickpea Fritters

Chickpea Fritters You’ll Want on Repeat I’m always looking for ways to use up summer vegetables, and these chickpea fritters have quickly become one of my favorite go-to recipes. They’re simple to make, packed with protein and fresh f…

25 Best Labor Day Recipes

Looking for Labor Day food ideas? You’re in the right place! Below, I’ve rounded up our best Labor Day recipes for an epic end-of-summer cookout. You’ll find easy mains that you can toss on the grill, fun appetizers, seasonal side dis…

Shrimp Tostadas

Shrimp Tostadas: An Easy Weeknight Meal We’re big tostada fans at our house, and these Shrimp Tostadas are always a hit! They’re quick to make, full of bold flavor, and a little more fun than your typical taco night. The crispy baked tortil…

Fresh Tomato Sauce

For me, making this homemade tomato sauce recipe is one of the highlights of late summer. Like bruschetta or a good Caprese salad, it’s something I only make at this time of year, when fresh tomatoes are sweet, juicy, and abundant. This tomato sa…

Watermelon Mango Salsa

My Favorite Summer Salsa (And It’s So Easy!) Is there anything more summery than watermelon? Add in sweet mango, crisp cucumber, and a little heat from jalapeño, and you’ve got yourself a salsa that screams sunshine. This Watermelon Ma…

Pesto Pizza

How about pizza tonight? It’s hard to beat classic pesto pizza. This simple vegetarian pizza recipe is a guaranteed crowd pleaser. It offers an irresistible combination of fresh, bright flavors from the basil pesto and tomatoes, plenty of cheesy mozzarella, and a bubbling crust with a satisfying chew. This easy pesto pizza recipe comes together…

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Moscow Mule

Have you ever made a Moscow mule? Served in a copper mug, this cocktail looks fancy, but don’t be fooled. With just three ingredients—vodka, ginger beer, and fresh lime juice—this classic drink couldn’t be easier to make at home! A Moscow m…

double chocolate zucchini bread

Oh you wanted a chocolate zucchini bread recipe? Don’t you know this is a food blog? I’m contractually obligated to tell a meandering and infuriatingly irrelevant story in each headnote, keeping you from the recipe as long as possi…

Grilled Vegetable Pasta Salad

Grilled Vegetable Pasta Salad: A Must-Make for Summertime When the grill is hot and the summer produce is at its peak, this Grilled Vegetable Pasta Salad is the first thing I want to make. It’s basically all my summer favorites in one bowl: smoky…

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