Pumpkin Mascarpone Fettuccine

Fall calls for comfort food…and I can’t think of many things more comforting than a bowl of pasta. This pasta is full of some of the most spectacular flavors of the season. Pumpkin, sage, shallots—all brought together by creamy mascarpone and the food of all foods…bacon. It’s rich, cozy and a little luxurious. It’s basically […]

Cherry Chipotle Salmon with Asparagus Pearl Couscous

Salmon practically begs to be roasted in a sauce that gets rich and caramelized. Juicy dark cherries meet smoky adobo sauce to create a sweet, well-rounded sauce that gets a nice sticky finish. Paired with satisfyingly chewy pearl couscous and asparagus make this a weeknight meal to keep in your rotation.

Italian Stuffed Zucchini

Zucchini is a beautiful summer squash. On its own, it isn’t the most flavorful, but it is such a spectacular vehicle to take on so many wonderful flavors. This stuffed zucchini is one of my favorite preparations. A meaty, cheesy, herby, crunchy filling sits atop hollowed out veggie boats (or is it technically a fruit?). […]

Summer Berry Salad

Salads are better assembled than measured. This salad is summary and so nicely balanced. Crisp greens meet creamy feta, sweet in-season berries and salty bacon, all topped with a flavorful poppyseed-honey mustard dressing. It’s colorful, hearty, and entirely open to interpretation. Think of these ingredients as a starting point, then build your salad with the […]

The Only Tomato Soup You’ll Want

My ultimate comfort meal would easily be grilled cheese and tomato soup. I grew up on canned tomato soup and basic grilled cheese made with that melty processed cheese, which admittedly, is still delicious. But these days, this meal looks a little different. You won’t find canned tomato soup in my house, instead you’ll find […]