Hi Reader! **Some of you may have received this email twice, my apologies!! My freezer has been working overtime for me this summer! It's the ultimate hack for busy weeknights, last-minute cravings, and making sure delicious food is always within reach, no matter how chaotic life gets! Here's what's currently in my freezer stash: Breakfast & Snacks: Sourdough Bagels, Strawberry Hibiscus Jam, Cookies, Blueberry Scones Dinner Essentials: Pizza Dough, Pizza Sauce, Hamburger Buns, Pizza Focaccia...
3 days ago • 6 min read
Hi Reader! This is the dessert that I have zero self control with. If it's on my counter or in my fridge, I'm grabbing spoonfuls whenever I walk by. Here are the many things that will make you love it too! Berry Flexible: Use any mix of your favorite berries – blackberries, blueberries, strawberries, or even tart cherries. It's your crumble, your rules! Secret Weapon: A hint of almond extract takes the fruit to a whole new level, giving you a flavor depth that's simply irresistible. Crunchy...
7 days ago • 2 min read
Hi Reader! Popping in mid-week to share the recipe my mom made every summer when I was growing up! This isn't just any old condiment; it's a taste of pure sunshine, and honestly, if you've never had homemade Spiced Zucchini Relish before, I cannot wait for you to try it. It makes regular pickle relish pale in comparison! This Zucchini Relish is bonkers delicious. Here's why you absolutely need to make a batch this week: Loaded with Flavor: Imagine a sweet and savory burst from fresh zucchini,...
10 days ago • 3 min read
Hi Reader! We get it. Another zucchini bread recipe? But trust us, this isn't just any zucchini bread. This is the Ultra Moist Brown Butter Zucchini Bread you've been dreaming of, and it's here to dazzle your taste buds! Flavor Explosion: Imagine the rich, nutty notes of browned butter mingling with deep dark brown sugar and a cozy blend of cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger. Irresistible Crunch: A generous sprinkle of Demerara sugar on top creates a perfectly crunchy, caramelized crust that's...
14 days ago • 3 min read
Hi Reader! ✨A quick recipe note: this pimento cheese version is a touch different than the one I sent out in the newsletter a few weeks back. And obviously, I like this one even better! ✨ I love dips, full stop. When we were eating Pimento Cheese on a rooftop bar at Stella's graduation, I said, "I love dips so much. I could make myself sick eating them." Stella replied, "That's the most American thing you've ever said." As a people, we love a good dip. I feel lucky enough to live in an area...
17 days ago • 3 min read
Hi Reader! Imagine sinking your teeth into a rich, chocolate cookie crust, topped with layers of smooth, creamy vanilla and strawberry ice cream. This Neapolitan dream doesn't stop there – it's crowned with decadent chocolate magic shell ✨, a generous pile of freshly whipped cream and a vibrant heap of fresh berries. It's the perfect make-head dessert with only a wee 10-minute bake in the oven for the crust. I love Neapolitan anything and I'm hoping you'll love this effortless, creamy...
21 days ago • 2 min read
Hi Reader! Before you panic that I'm requesting you do something (anything!) hot right now, give me a minute to explain myself. I've been making some version of this Strawberry Jam for forever! Let me give you some of its very strong selling points: It requires zero canning equipment Needs no pectin! Fruit naturally has pectin and the trio of strawberries, apple & lemon, coupled with the sugar, thickens it perfectly! Uses only four ingredients (five if you want jazz hands👋🏼): 3 pints...
24 days ago • 3 min read
Hey Reader! If we were together this weekend, here's some of what we'd be noshing on! 💗 Strawberry Balsamic Brownies -- Uber fudgy brownies (photographed above!) that make the yummiest ice cream sundaes (full details on the recipe post!). The have a wee dash of balsamic in them...trust me on this! Ricotta Salata & Charred Corn Buttermilk Pasta Salad -- My absolute favorite pasta salad that you can throw together today and enjoy tomorrow. I also put my FAVORITE Herby Buttermilk Ranch Salad...
about 1 month ago • 3 min read
Hey Reader! Super soft, plush crumb, loaded with vanilla flavor and the PERFECT vehicle for boozy macerated berries (my recipe for 🥂 boozy berries is on the Vanilla Bundt recipe post!) and whipped cream. This cake is the summer cake of dreams! Why you absolutely need to bake this Vanilla Bundt Cake this weekend: Effortlessly Delicious: This is an easy, one-bowl wonder that delivers maximum flavor with minimal fuss. Perfect for busy schedules! Melt-in-Your-Mouth Moist: Prepare for a cake...
about 1 month ago • 3 min read