These peanut butter marshmallow brownies are thick, fudgy brownies layered with melted peanut butter, pillowy mini marshmallows and a silky chocolate frosting. They’re simple to make, reliably crowd-pleasing, and perfect for sharing at gatherings or enjoying with a scoop of ice cream. If you enjoy making brownies, try experimenting with other flavor twists like Biscoff … Read more

Leek and Comté Tartlets, for lunch “Regarde ce que fait maman,” (Look at what mummy does) I told Lulu. She stared at me, giggling as her feet kicked the yellow frame of the play mat above her head. Time flies. Lulu is already twelve weeks old — playful, smiling, and discovering how to reach for … Read more

A common question from bakery customers was, “Do you have cinnamon roll cake?” The answer was always no—none of the bakeries I worked in sold one. One day I went home, searched online, and only found sheet cakes that barely resembled a real cinnamon roll. So I set out to create a homemade version that … Read more

Homemade Vanilla Buttermilk Waffles are our favorite weekend breakfast. They turn out light and fluffy with golden, crisp edges, and the extra vanilla adds a warm, comforting flavor. They freeze well, so you can enjoy them throughout the week. Get my newest recipes straight to your inbox! > Click Here Jump to Recipe I have … Read more

There are two kinds of salads: the light, simple ones dressed in a bright vinaigrette that leave you feeling virtuous, and the hearty, all-in meals that pile on flavors and textures until a salad becomes a feast. This Southwestern Chicken Cobb Salad with Jalapeño Buttermilk Ranch firmly belongs to the latter category—decadent, deeply flavorful, and … Read more

Instant Pot Brown Rice – a clear, step-by-step guide to making perfect brown rice in your Instant Pot every time. It’s surprisingly simple and produces consistent, fluffy brown rice that pairs wonderfully with curries, stir-fries, and any dish that needs a wholesome grain base. Is rice healthy? That question sparks plenty of debate. I grew … Read more

Sometimes the best dishes are the simplest. Spaghetti alla Nerano is a perfect example: a light, fragrant pasta that celebrates fresh summer produce with minimal fuss. With fewer than ten ingredients—zucchini, zucchini flowers, garlic, olive oil, basil, lemon zest, Parmigiano, and pasta—you get a dish that’s elegant, balanced, and unmistakably Italian in spirit. The recipe … Read more

These double-chocolate mini egg cookies are an easy, classic recipe perfect for spring and Easter. Rich, fudgy, and intensely chocolatey with crisp edges and soft centers, they’re loaded with colorful mini eggs and chopped milk and dark chocolate. The mini eggs soften and become gooey in the oven, adding pockets of sweet milk chocolate and … Read more

Crispy Mediterranean air fryer chicken cooked until tender and full of flavor. A bold spice blend, bright lemon, and garlic create a marinade reminiscent of traditional chicken shawarma. These Mediterranean-style chicken thighs are fragrant, zesty, and crisped quickly in the air fryer for an easy weeknight or meal-prep dinner. Warm spices combined with lemon juice, … Read more

These Sichuan Lamb Noodles are inspired by the traditional cumin lamb dishes popular across parts of China. The recipe balances warm, toasty cumin and coriander with the distinctive floral-citrus notes of Sichuan peppercorns. It’s not overwhelmingly spicy, and it relies more on fragrant spices than on vinegar for brightness. Serve the lamb on its own … Read more