Okay, I’m going to let you in on a little kitchen secret: the difference between “meh” chicken and a dish everyone asks for seconds often comes down to […]
Best Soft Christmas Cookies
I love the hush that falls over the house when I bake these cookies — the kitchen warms, the cedar wreath outside looks extra green, and the whole […]
Creamy chicken noodle soup with thyme and carrots
On a blustery evening I want nothing more than a bowl of something warm and familiar — this creamy chicken noodle soup always answers that call. The steam […]
Creamy chicken noodle soup with carrots and celery
On blustery nights I ditch the fanciness and reach for the one pot that always feels like a hug: creamy chicken noodle soup. I grew up with a […]
Best Shepherds Pie Soup
There’s nothing like the smell of onions and garlic sizzling in a pot on a chilly evening to make the house feel like a hug. I grew up […]
Tandoori chicken with yogurt and lemon marinade
My grandmother kept a battered tin of spices on the stove and a secret grin whenever she pulled a tray of tandoori chicken from the oven — that […]
Best Roasted Sweet Potatoes
I love the way a tray of roasted sweet potatoes can change the whole mood of the kitchen — warm, cozy, and slightly sticky-sweet in the best way. […]
Tandoori Chicken with Yogurt and Spices
Chef’s secrets really exist — and this one lives in my fridge. I discovered this Tandoori Chicken recipe after watching my neighbor, a retired restaurant cook, quietly brush […]
Creamy Chicken Rice Casserole with Mushrooms and Spinach
Nothing says “home” like a bubbling casserole that smells like garlic, butter, and a hint of thyme. When I want comfort food that also feels a little grown-up, […]
Best Lasagna Soup
There’s something deeply comforting about a pot of soup that smells like lasagna — tomato, garlic, bubbling cheese — and that’s exactly what I aim for every chilly […]