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Inspired by the unexpected beauty of pink radicchio, this salad brings fresh color and brightness to the winter table. Layers of crisp greens, creamy Comté cheese, and lightly sweet strawberries and crunchy pistachios are finished with a sparkling Prosecco vinaigrette. It’s a simple but stunning dish that feels celebratory enough for Valentine’s Day or a cozy seasonal gathering.
This refreshed Chicken à la King keeps the soul of the classic while updating it with fresh mushrooms, red peppers, and a splash of white wine. Finished in buttery puff pastry cups, it’s nostalgic comfort with a little extra elegance.
A recipe that takes me back to winter dinners and family gatherings—cabbage leaves filled with seasoned beef and rice, simmered in a tangy tomato sauce. In my Pennsylvania hometown, we lovingly called them “Piggies in the Blanket.” Comfort food that’s as comforting as the memories behind it.
When out-of-town company comes, it’s not just the holiday meal you need to prep for—it’s all those little noshes in between that always sneak up on you. You know, the bites people graze on while catching up, pouring a second glass of wine, or hovering in the kitchen because the conversation is too good to leave. Enter…
Meet the Lobster Truffle Mac Tray, a luxurious addition to the Tray Chic series. This sheet pan meal pairs creamy, truffle-kissed lobster mac and cheese with smoky lime roasted corn and a crisp fennel–apple salad for balance. Finished with fudgy chocolate brownie bites, it’s an elegant, full dinner that’s cozy enough for weeknights yet special enough for guests.
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.
This Italian Wedding Soup with Turkey Meatballs combines herby meatballs, tiny pasta, and a fragrant broth kissed with white wine. A cozy, family-friendly favorite that’s easy enough for weeknights and special enough for Sunday.
My mom’s beef stew with dumplings was the heart of our weeknights growing up. It was one of those comforting one-pot dinners that filled the house with the kind of aroma that made you pause mid-homework and drift toward the kitchen. She’d flour and sear cubes of beef until they turned deep golden, toss in…
There’s something about the smell of warm cinnamon apples that makes any school morning feel a little cozier. These Apple Pie Overnight Oats pack all the flavors of a homemade dessert—sweet-tart apples, a hint of spice, and creamy oats—but in a wholesome, make-ahead breakfast. The best part? You can prep a few jars in minutes, let them…
Many of the recipes I share are heirlooms — dishes passed down through generations. But some recipes are heirlooms in the making, and these Thai Salmon Rice Bowls are one I know my kids will remember. We make Thai Salmon Rice Bowls almost weekly — not out of routine, but because everyone loves them. They’re…