Serve this apple cider bourbon cocktail at upcoming holiday parties and events. It has all of the best seasonal flavors and is as refreshing as it is cozy. Is it happy hour yet? It has to be somewhere. And you deserve a great cocktail because life is too short for sub-par drinks. This is something that I would never have predicted would … [Read more...] about Bourbon Apple Ginger Fizz
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Instant Pot Chicken Stew
This Instant Pot Chicken Stew will be a cool-weather staple. It's packed with hearty vegetables, beans and lean protein making it a simple well-rounded meal. Weeknight-friendly soup anyone? If you love a reliable one-pot meal, you'll be all over this one. It's really as simple as tossing everything into the instant pot and … [Read more...] about Instant Pot Chicken Stew
4 Ingredient Oatmeal Cookies
4 ingredient oatmeal cookies are a dream for quick and healthy snacking, especially when you have a toddler in the house. These are the easiest way to use up brown bananas and the whole family will love them. In the world of snacks, I feel like toddler moms (🙋♀️) are at peak inventory. You can never have too many snacks on hand. One thing … [Read more...] about 4 Ingredient Oatmeal Cookies
Purple Cabbage Slaw
This tangy purple cabbage slaw is a simple healthy side dish and pairs well with tacos, sandwiches or grain bowls. It adds a beautiful pop of color to any meal! Can we take a minute to acknowledge the awesomeness that is purple cabbage? What a freakin' beautiful vegetable this is. Purple cabbage adds a bright pop of color to just about … [Read more...] about Purple Cabbage Slaw
Pesto Pasta with Tomatoes
Pesto pasta with tomatoes is the perfect light end-of-summer dish. It comes together in less than 30 minutes and is a total crowd-pleaser. Got basil? Make pesto! You guys, the basil is popping right now at the farmer's market. Lately I've been buying a huge bag every weekend and using it to make the most beautiful bright green pastas. … [Read more...] about Pesto Pasta with Tomatoes
Sweet Potato Fries with Aioli
Sweet potato fries with aioli, the perfect creamy dipping sauce studded with garlic and fresh lemon. These make a great side dish for burgers and can also stand alone as an appetizer. The perfect made-at-home, oven-baked sweet potato fry can be elusive. Sometimes the simplest things can be the most fussy and hard to master, right? I think … [Read more...] about Sweet Potato Fries with Aioli
Pumpkin Pizza with Pancetta, Caramelized Onions & Crispy Sage
Pumpkin pizza will take your Friday night up a notch! This creative, seasonal variation leans on canned pumpkin pureé for the base of the sauce. Big flavor toppings like pancetta, bleu cheese and caramelized onions are a winning combination. Oh yes, we're doing this. My obsession with using pumpkin in unique ways is still going strong! … [Read more...] about Pumpkin Pizza with Pancetta, Caramelized Onions & Crispy Sage
Tahini Cardamom Peach Crisp
This vegan and gluten-free peach crisp is wholesome enough for breakfast plates but still feels like a treat when topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Tahini and cardamom add a unique flavor twist to the classic! The peaches HAVE ARRIVED folks! I don't think there could be a more perfect piece of produce in the history of the world. … [Read more...] about Tahini Cardamom Peach Crisp
Jalapeño Simple Syrup
Jalapeño simple syrup is one staple I always have in the fridge. A small amount adds the perfect amount of flavor and subtle sweetness to cocktails and mocktails, iced coffees and even fruit. Finally! A full write-up dedicated to simple syrup, which it most certainly deserves. If you know me, you know that I ALWAYS have a jar or two of … [Read more...] about Jalapeño Simple Syrup
Sourdough French Toast
Sourdough french toast is the all-time best weekend breakfast! Top with your favorite seasonal fruit and real maple syrup or follow the directions for my homemade blueberry compote for a lower sugar option. Oh wowowow this is about the easiest recipe on this entire site. The simplicity and sophistication of french toast is hard to beat and it … [Read more...] about Sourdough French Toast
Peach, Corn & Hatch Green Chile Salsa
Peach, corn and hatch green chile salsa combines all the best summer produce in one beautiful dish! It comes together fast and can be used in a million ways. Trust me when I say this one is a crowd-favorite! I've had so many readers tell me they love this recipe and/or request that I make it for parties. It features all of the best late summer … [Read more...] about Peach, Corn & Hatch Green Chile Salsa