Meals

Thanksgiving Sheet Pan Dinner: Turkey Meatloaf & Cozy Sides

The Turkey Day Tray is Thanksgiving made easy — turkey meatloaf, cranberries, whipped potatoes, roasted carrots, and a tiny dessert, all styled in a cozy divided tray. It’s part of “Tray Chic,” my new series of modern TV dinner recipes that blend nostalgic comfort with fresh, weeknight-friendly cooking.

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Scrippelle ‘Mbusse (Italian Crepes in Broth)

This elegant Italian soup features thin scrippelle — delicate crepes rolled with Pecorino Romano — floating in golden chicken broth. An heirloom recipe passed down through generations, it’s simple, comforting, and perfect for holidays or cozy gatherings. Learn more about the story behind this treasured family tradition.

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Teriyaki Chicken Bento Box

Part of our Back to School Protein Series, this Teriyaki Chicken Bento Box is an easy, nutritious, and kid-friendly lunch. Juicy chicken glazed in a flavorful sauce pairs perfectly with rice and steamed broccoli for a protein-packed meal that’s quick to prep and fun to eat.

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Close-up of a Tex-Mex Chicken Quinoa Bowl with colorful veggies, black beans, quinoa, and shredded chicken, styled with a striped napkin and bamboo fork.

Tex Mex Chicken Quinoa Bowls

Back-to-school season always feels like a reset in our house. After a summer of ice cream cones, late-night snacks, and more sugary treats than I’d like to admit, I’m ready to bring the focus back to wholesome, protein-packed meals. One of my favorites is this Tex Mex Chicken Quinoa Bowl—loaded with lean chicken, black beans, quinoa,…

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Overhead shot of a Thai salmon rice bowl topped with cilantro sprigs, colorful vegetables, mango, and avocado, served with lime wedges.

Thai Salmon Rice Bowls-Our Family Favorite

So many of the recipes I share here are heirlooms — dishes passed down from family, carrying the flavors and traditions I grew up with. But some recipes will become heirlooms for my kids someday, and this Thai salmon rice bowl is one of them. If you’ve ever been a guest at my home, chances are you’ve…

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Colorful caprese salad with burrata, tomatoes, watermelon, oranges, and fresh herbs on a white plate

How to Make Summer Sunset Caprese Salad

There’s something about summer light on a lake that makes even the simplest meals feel special. At our camp in Maine, this Summer Sunset Caprese Salad is a staple—vibrant, unfussy, and bursting with the best flavors of the season. Our twist on the classic caprese, it’s inspired by golden hour skies and long, laid-back dinners by the…

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How to Make the Best Instant Pot Pulled Pork Sliders with Summer Slaw

There’s something about summer at the lake that calls for easy, flavorful meals you can make ahead and serve to a crowd—preferably with bare feet and a cold drink in hand. These Instant Pot Pulled Pork Sliders with Summer Slaw are one of our go-to dishes at our “camp” on Flying Pond in Maine. Inspired by both…

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A colorful bowl of vegetables, chicken and fresh udon noodles with colorful chopsticks laying beside the bowl

How to Make Weeknight Udon Stir Fry

A quick, easy colorful dinner built on delicious homemade noodles. Some dinners are just in the rotation—you reach for them on busy nights, but they still feel special every time. This weeknight udon stir fry is one of those recipes for our family. The thick, chewy noodles (homemade if we have them, store-bought if we don’t) soak up…

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Step-by-step image showing how to make fresh udon noodles by rolling the dough on a floured surface

How to Make Fresh Udon Noodles

Some recipes create a connection to generations past—and others, and others like how to make fresh udon noodles, start a new family tradition right at our own kitchen table. Unlike heirloom recipes passed down on a yellowed index card, these noodles are a newer addition. Even so, they’ve quickly become a favorite in our house—especially because they’re something…

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Easy Roasted Salmon with Mustard Sauce: Quick and Delicious

There’s something special about family recipes passed down through generations. They carry with them memories, tradition, and a comforting familiarity. I’m excited to share a twist on one of my family’s oldest recipes—roasted salmon with a tangy, savory-sweet mustard sauce passed down through generations. Easy Roasted Salmon with Mustard Sauce : A Delicious Twist on…

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