Hey friends❣️ I'm officially in hectic holiday mode. Thanksgiving traffic is climbing on the site, I’m deep in recipe testing, answering questions, and trying to stay ahead of the season… and somehow I still haven’t ordered my turkey or figured out why I own exactly three matching forks. When it all starts to feel a little loud, I pour a cup of coffee, preheat the oven, and make a small batch of the most aromatic scones. It’s my reset button. Orange Cardamom Scones Luckily I've created quite...
about 10 hours ago • 1 min read
Hey friends❣️ Tradition rules during the holiday season, but there's always a little room for some delicious creativity... I'm so in love with this cranberry sauce, it's the one I'll be making for the rest of my life. It's unique, it brings a whole new warm flavor profile to this classic recipe, and my new cooking method avoids all the spitting and sputtering!! The Best Cranberry Sauce I've Ever Made Homemade Raincoast Crisp Crackers Readers rave about them! I'm so proud of these crunchy...
1 day ago • 1 min read
Hey friends❣️ You might think of summer as the fruit preserves season but for me fall and winter is just as busy. Right now I'm all about cranberries and pumpkin, but soon I'll be collecting clementines for clementine jam and Meyer lemons for curd. All of the below are fabulous with toast, biscuits, and scones, but both cranberry and pumpkin butter are perfectly at home on the Thanksgiving table as well. Cranberry butter 3-ways! Crock Pot Cranberry Butter Maple Cranberry Butter in 15 minutes!...
2 days ago • 1 min read
Hey friends❣️ I don't love those influencer posts where they share 'everything they eat in a day'. It seems a bit pretentious and, I don't really want to know, lol. But today I'm sharing my absolute favorite breakfast that I'm obsessed with this month because, friend to friend, you need to know. Pumpkin Protein Pancake Bowls More November breakfasts I love Clockwise from top left Regular Style Pumpkin Pancakes Espresso Chocolate Chip Scones Maple Granola Lox Cream Cheese Schmear Recipe (with...
4 days ago • 1 min read
Hey friends❣️ I think Thanksgiving could learn a thing or two from Friendsgiving: relax a little, don’t panic over lumpy gravy, and maybe give the marshmallow yams a year off. Some years we do both, and I have to say I usually prefer the casual night (don't tell anyone..) Friendsgiving: What to Bring The year I got in big Thanksgiving trouble? I remember it well… We were headed to my sister’s house in Los Angeles and I’d been assigned an appetizer. Simple enough, right? Well, I showed up with...
5 days ago • 1 min read
Hey friends❣️ My philosophy in the kitchen is simple: food shouldn’t be overworked, over-decorated, or over-thought. The goal is always the same ~ to eat and enjoy it! I love good-looking food, but the visuals should enhance, not disguise. And if a cake is exhausting to make, it’s probably not worth it. This brand new holiday cake proves my point ~ easy to mix, beautiful out of the oven, and completely irresistible once you cut into it. (And it won't be out of place on your January brunch...
7 days ago • 1 min read
Hey friends❣️ My Monday emails always seem to take a practical turn, almost without me realizing it ~ but it makes sense. I’ve just cleared away the dishes from Sunday dinner, and now I’m staring down a brand new week with zero plan for what to eat. Good thing there’s coffee. ☕️ Cheesy Pumpkin Orzo with Turkey Meatballs Fresh up on the site today is a meal that appeals to all ages. I use canned pumpkin but you could just as easily roast a butternut squash (or any other variety) and use that....
9 days ago • 1 min read
Hey friends❣️ Popping in today with some useful holiday entertaining tidbits and, as promised, your free gift! Show Stopping Holiday Appetizers Of course all this great appetizer inspiration isn't just for the holidays, the winter months are long and can be dreary if not for the odd party or two. Here's how to set the festive mood right from the start! How to Set the Table 99% of the time I set a super casual table. I’ve got a stash of plaid napkins, and I just roll up the silverware and tuck...
10 days ago • 1 min read
Hey friends❣️ I'm all about Thanksgiving today, no surprise there. But it's extra personal for me this year because, for the first time in ages, I'm hosting! And after so many years in the guest role, I'm a little rusty. I like to work from the outside in when I plan holiday menus, so today I'm starting with the little extras that make the day special. But I'll be back tomorrow with more holiday inspiration (and a special gift for you ~ watch your inbox!!) Thanksgiving Salads That Might Just...
11 days ago • 1 min read
Hey friends❣️ I love cooking and baking with maple and I've just discovered the coolest thing. It's pure, minimally processed maple sugar with a bold aromatic flavor ready to take your holiday cookies and desserts to new heights. I make it with one ingredient, a saucepan, and a spoon! One Ingredient Maple Sugar more kitchen magic this month 3 Minute Miracle Chocolate Mousse! 30 Second Caesar Salad Dressing Ingredient Butter Brickle Bark Homemade Mascarpone 3 Ingredient Peanut Butter Cookies...
13 days ago • 1 min read