Easiest Citrus Roasted Rhubarb
This Citrus Roasted Rhubarb may be my new favorite way to enjoy rhubarb- it’s so incredibly simple and requires just 30 minutes in the oven. It takes a bit more time than poaching (see that recipe here), but I’ve found it to be more consistent and foolproof in getting the perfect tender texture with minimal […]
2 Ingredient Grilled Lemon Salmon Skewers
All you need is a lemon and salmon to make these 2 Ingredient Grilled Lemon Salmon Skewers. It’s quintessential easy summer grilling. Okay yes- you need olive oil, salt and pepper too, but do those really count as ingredients? I’ve been working on some form of grilled salmon skewer for over two summers now. I […]
Easiest Cherry Tomato Pasta with Pecorino
If it was up to me, we’d be having this pasta at least three times a week for dinner. The name is fitting- Easiest Cherry Tomato Pasta with Pecorino- because not only is it easy, but it’s incredibly delicious and a great reminder that sometimes simplest is best. After going to Italy and eating all […]
Late Summer Tomato & Eggplant Linguine
The bounty of tomatoes and eggplant has me almost overwhelmed- but in the best way. This Late Summer Tomato & Eggplant Linguine is one of the handful of recipes I’m squeezing in this season. Yes, it’s quite late in the summer (okay it’s technically fall now), but there’s still copious amounts of eggplant and tomatoes […]
Grilled Summer Squash with Cotija & Pepitas
Summer squash- especially the vibrant yellow kind- is one of my ABSOLUTE favorite summer finds. I have it almost every day for the months of July and August because it’s so versatile and flavorful. Ironically, I have almost no recipes on my blog that feature it. Why? Because normally I just grill it and well… […]
One-Pot Roasted Paprika Chicken & Heirloom Tomatoes
While my feelings on chicken sometimes waver, recipes like this remind me just how good chicken can be. Golden and cripsy on the outside, perfectly tender on the inside. There’s just something so wholesome about this One-Pot Roasted Paprika Chicken & Heirloom Tomatoes. By far my favorite part about this recipe is that it truly […]
Sheet Pan Gnocchi with Blistered Green Beans & Summer Squash
I tried this method of roasting gnocchi about a month ago and have been pretty (okay, REALLY) obsessed with it since. Especially when I had just moved and had pretty much nothing in my apartment kitchen but wanted to cook a meal. It’s about as simple as it gets. Minimal equipment and effort, maximum reward. […]
Summer Kale Caesar Salad with Corn & Tomato
Maybe it’s just me, but I used to stay inside the box when it’s come to caesar salads. My variations would play around with the type of greens or the dressing. I don’t want to knock the classic, but why can’t we branch out from it? Why it is so often just served with greens […]
Easiest Caramelized Peaches with Crumbled Pistachios
Simplicity at its finest. When it’s peak peach season, peaches deserve to be the star of the show. Better yet, these Caramelized Peaches with Crumbled Pistachios take 10 minutes to make. I’ve done a variety of methods to cook peaches- from pan-searing on a cast iron pan and grilling to poaching and making compote. Then […]
Spiced Jammy Heirloom Tomatoes & Shallots
Savoring every last heirloom with these Spiced Jammy Heirloom Tomatoes & Shallots. It’s an easy and casual dish that packs a punch. This method of lightly sauteeing tomatoes keeps their integrity and freshness while intensifying their flavors and creating a melt-in-your-mouth texture. If you like bold and flavorful dishes, this one’s for you. Whole spices […]
Strawberry & Cherry Buttermilk Cornmeal Cobbler
This Strawberry & Cherry Buttermilk Cornmeal Cobbler is my ideal summer dessert: an easy and breezy process (that takes about 20-30 minutes and is hard to mess up) and a result that ends in bubbling cooked down berries that fill your kitchen with a heavenly aroma. Seriously does it get any better than those few […]
Summer Creamy Tomato Pasta with Crab & Zucchini
I can’t get enough of this summer version of vodka sauce in this Summer Creamy Tomato Pasta with Crab & Zucchini. It uses fresh tomatoes and has a secret ingredient to make it a bit lighter, but still creamy- any guesses on what it is? A combination of shallot, garlic, and anchovies gives it a […]
Apricot, Orange & Creamcheese Danishes
These Apricot, Orange & Creamcheese Danishes remind me just how much I love puff pastry. IT’S SO GOOD. Dangerously good. It also makes this seemingly impressive danish actually really simple to make. Since the dough is an already prepared puff pastry, you can prep this whole recipe in about 15 minutes. The bake time is […]
Arugula Pesto Shrimp & Tomato Skewers
These Arugula Pesto Shrimp & Tomato Skewers hits the mark for a breezy summer meal. I love shrimp because it cooks so quickly and honestly- who doesn’t love some grilled shrimp? Make the arugula pesto ahead of time (even a day or two in advance) if you want to make this even easier when actually […]
Weeknight Shrimp Cioppino-ish Stew
Cioppino has always been one of my favorite dishes. I love a good tomato broth, tons of seafood, and some crusty bread to soak up any leftover broth. This Weeknight Shrimp Cioppino-ish Stew is may way of enjoying the essence of a Cioppino, but on any night. While I have a cioppino recipe on my […]
Crispy Zucchini & Red Lentil Turmeric Fritters
I’m gonna be honest: I’ve tried a lot of zucchini fritter recipes. A good zucchini fritter= SO GOOD. However, from my experience with multiple recipes, they often can be a bit temperamental, resulting in fritters that fall apart, have a more pancake-like texture, or suffer from watery zucchini… which also felt like it took an […]
Simplest Roasted White Fish & Heirloom Tomatoes
I created this recipe a few Sundays ago right after a market haul. I had just gotten some gorgeous heirloom tomatoes and wanted to highlight them. Simplicity is at the root of highlighting high quality, seasonal ingredients (and bonus points- that usually means it’s easy to make). Often times I’ll go for a Panzanella salad, […]
Roasted Tomato & Feta Orzo Salad
This modern take on a pasta salad has quickly become a crowd favorite. This roasted tomato feta and basil orzo salad at the root of everything I love about recipe development: tons of intention and thought behind this combination of flavors, but the recipe itself is super simple. The end product is one full of […]
Corn, Snap Pea, & Burrata Salad
I know I’m all about monster salads, but there’s a new kid on the block that I’m introducing with this Corn, Snap Pea, & Burrata Salad: DINNER SALADS. What do I mean by dinner salads? A super simple salad to have on the side with dinner that only has a handful of ingredients (I’ll be […]
Ginger Turmeric Roasted Fish (Whole 30, GF, DF)
Sometimes I go back and forth on white fish, but when it’s perfectly flaky like this, I’m all in. Better yet, it takes only 10 minutes to cook and this marinade is just as quick to make. Serving with white rice to absorb any extra marinade is a must in my book. Next time I’ll […]
Apricot, Cherry & Burrata Salad
For me, this salad is all about celebrating what’s at the market. It’s intentionally simple. There’s no salad dressing. There’s no bells or whistles. Just extra virgin olive oil and flaky salt. When produce is at its peak, that’s all it needs. The inspiration of this dish came from my desire to just eat all […]
Sticky Pomegranate BBQ Drumsticks (Whole 30-Ish)
The first time I made these, Matt quickly declared these as one of his favorites. My immediate thought: perfect because I had really simplified down a more complex recipe and these were just as good! Bonus points because this BBQ sauce is full of flavor and plenty sweet, but has no refined sugar and just […]
Salmon Tacos with Grilled Corn & Tomato Salsa
I’ve been loving these salmon tacos as an easy weeknight meal. This sweet & spicy chili rubbed salmon is packed with flavor and even though it is technically a fish taco, it tastes and feels very different than your normal fish taco with white fish. My favorite way to do these- cook the salmon the […]
Tomato & Watermelon Chicken Shawarma Monster Salad
This has been one of my favorite combinations of flavors for salads this month. I tried it once in early August and found myself craving it almost every week. It just feels so summery and bight. Juicy and sweet watermelon and tomato work perfectly with the smoky and spicy chicken. This salad is the perfect […]
Summer Corn Risotto
This recipe is a bit outside my normal flavors, which is why I’m loving it right now. It’s like Mother Nature knows I have plans to cook this, because every time I’ve made this it’s been on a rainy day that calls for a comforting and cozy recipe. This recipe is true to me- meaning […]
Grilled Miso Butter Corn
Corn brings out some of my strongest childhood memories related to food. As I pulled the husks off of just a few ears for this recipe, the memories just flooded back. We’d be at the beach, sitting outside on the stairs shucking two dozen corn (can never have enough). Shucking was the job no one […]
Ginger Scallion Cedar Plank Salmon & How to Cook Cedar Plank Salmon
Seriously cedar plank salmon is just the best. Cooking on a cedar plank not only infuses salmon with amazing flavor, but makes grilling salmon easy and simple. If you’re a bit wary or intimidated, don’t be! Once you try it, you’ll see how simple it is. Here are some basics to know if this is […]
Summer Fish Tacos with Peach-Mango Salsa
Fish tacos are universally popular, for the most part. Especially during the summer. And for good reason. My goal: to create a fish taco recipe that was 1) quick to make 2) made with simple ingredients and spices I usually have in my pantry 3) not fried, but still full of flavor. The mango-peach salsa […]
Go-To Grilled Skirt Steak
I love this recipe because the marinade is literally two ingredients, but they both pack a punch and create a super flavorful caramelization on the outside of the steak. It’s perfect for a super easy weeknight meal, especially when it’s nice outside and you want to enjoy being outside while grilling something simple. Soooo I […]
Grilled Bulgogi Skirt Steak with Pineapple Veggie Skewers
As summer approaches, it’s all about grilling. It’s quick, simple, and healthy. These kabobs include some of my favorite vegetables to grill- peppers, zucchini, red onion- along with my favorite fruit to grill- pineapple. Grilling lightly caramelizes the pineapple and adds a sweetness that makes these skewers pop and contrasts the darker umami flavors of […]
Cioppino (Seafood Stew)
I looooove cioppino. Literally anytime it is on the menu, I get it. Seriously, you can ask Matt- it doesn’t matter what else is on the menu, I will always get it. It’s just too good to pass up! Despite the many years I’ve order cioppino at restaurants, I only attempted to make it once. […]