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Baked Feta with Honey and Pistachios

Baked Feta: My Favorite Easy Appetizer If you know me, you know I’m always looking for simple appetizers that feel special without requiring a lot of fuss. This Baked Feta with Honey and Pistachios is a favorite. It’s warm, creamy, salty, s…

Mulled Wine

This classic mulled wine recipe fills your home with the scent of toasted spices: the perfect cozy holiday drink! In…

Roasted Butternut Squash Salad

This Roasted Butternut Squash Salad Is a Fall Favorite in Our House I knew this Roasted Butternut Squash Salad was something special the moment I tossed it together, the fall flavors are absolute perfection. Sweet roasted squash, peppery greens, chewy …

Roasted Beet and Citrus Salad With Goat Cheese

Festive enough for a holiday but simple enough for a light weeknight meal, this Roasted Beet and Citrus Salad pairs tender baked beets with creamy goat cheese, bright citrus and pistachios, all atop a bed of peppery arugula. It’s a show-stopper! Roaste…

Green Bean Casserole

Green bean casserole is always on my family’s Thanksgiving menu. We, like many folks, made the classic version with Campbell’s cream of mushroom soup, french fried onions, and canned green beans for years…until I set myself the task o…

Green Beans with Pecan Cranberry Feta Crumble

A Holiday Favorite: Green Beans with Pecan Cranberry Feta Crumble Green beans are a staple vegetable in our house, especially around the holidays, and this recipe takes them to a whole new level! Instead of a heavy green bean casserole, you get bright,…

Carrot and Ginger Soup

overhead view of a bowl of vegan carrot and ginger soup topped with cilantro and pepitas.Silky smooth Carrot and Ginger Soup made with roasted veggies and a pop of zesty ginger! It’s creamy, a little spicy, and even better with toppings. Slow cooker instructions included. For more cozy vegan fall and winter soups, check out my Roasted Vegetable Soup, my Vegan Butternut Squash Soup, and my Vegan Pumpkin Soup. I’m…

Cranberry Orange Bread

I love keeping this cranberry orange bread around the house during the holidays. Packed with tart, juicy cranberries, this loaf is perfectly moist and tender. Orange juice and zest give it a lovely bright flavor, and a simple orange glaze takes it over…

Crispy Chicken Cutlets with Apple Slaw

Crispy Chicken Cutlets with Fresh Apple Slaw: A True Dinner Winner Chicken cutlets are one of my forever favorites for busy weeknights, but this version is truly something special. The chicken fries up perfectly crispy and golden on the outside while s…

Cranberry Margarita

Cranberry margarita, anyone?! This 4-ingredient cocktail is a holiday twist on my classic margarita recipe. I keep the tequila, orange liqueur, and lime, but I replace the simple syrup with cranberry juice. It’s sweet and tart, fruity and refresh…

Roasted Fingerling Potatoes

Have you ever cooked fingerling potatoes? These oblong, finger-shaped potatoes are small and waxy. They have thin skins and firm, buttery flesh that almost reminds me of chestnuts. I love to make roasted fingerling potatoes for special occasions. With …

Pumpkin Stuffed Shells

overhead view of baked vegan pumpkin stuffed shells in a casserole dish.These Vegan Pumpkin Stuffed Shells are filled with cashew spinach ricotta, smothered in pumpkin pasta sauce, and baked until hot and gooey! A comforting crowd-pleaser that’s perfect for holidays and family meals. If you love pumpkin pasta as much as I do, then you’ll want to try my Pumpkin Pasta Bake with Almond Ricotta, Pumpkin…

Fall Minestrone Soup

The Coziest Fall Minestrone Soup Fall is soup season in our house, and this hearty Fall Minestrone Soup is one I make again and again. It’s packed with seasonal veggies, tender pasta, and creamy beans, and the sweet butternut squash and bright ka…

This Healing Pumpkin Soup Is Made from Pantry Staples

This Healing Pumpkin Soup is made with canned pumpkin, carrots, mushrooms, and coconut milk for a cozy, nourishing bowl that’s naturally dairy-free, pantry-friendly, and freezer-friendly. Pumpkin Soup with Canned Pumpkin When the weather gets chilly, m…

Puff Pastry Brie Bites

This post is in partnership with DeLallo. I’ll be making these brie bites for every party this holiday season! Easy to make with 5 ingredients (and easy to eat with your fingers), they’re the perfect festive appetizer. A delicate shell of p…

Cauliflower Mashed Potatoes

Don’t tell Jack, but we probably won’t have classic mashed potatoes at Thanksgiving this year. I’m planning to make these cauliflower mashed potatoes instead! That’s because we’re celebrating with his parents, who eat a lo…

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