Get ready to fall in love with these Maple White Chocolate Blondies, an irresistible treat combining rich, nutty flavors with a sweet maple glaze. They’ve got a soft, chewy texture with slightly crisp edges (the corner pieces are my favorite!), and don’t even get my started on the sweet and salty combo they’ve got going on. Plus, they take just 15 minutes to prep, which means they’re easy enough for weeknights and special gatherings alike! I, myself, am a blondie lover through and through. Try my dark chocolate browned butter…
Continue ReadingWhole Roasted Cauliflower with Garlic Anchovy Sauce
If you’re looking for a show-stopping, plant-based dish that’s bursting with flavor, this whole roasted cauliflower with garlic anchovy sauce is a recent favorite! Of course you can omit the anchovies to make it vegetarian, but I love the umami flavor they add. A few quick tips for cooking a whole head of cauliflower: first, be sure to parboil it before roasting to ensure even cooking throughout. Second, pair it with flavorful sauces (like the garlic anchovy sauce). And finally, add texture. Here, we’re topping the cauliflower with crunchy toasted…
Continue ReadingPerfect Noodle Kugel with Cottage Cheese
Jewish noodle kugel is a comforting and versatile dish that can be served as a side for a savory meal or as a sweet, standalone dessert. This classic dish, made with egg noodles, cottage cheese, sour cream, and a touch of sweetness, boasts a creamy and custardy texture with a crisp, golden top. Each bite is a texturally pleasing blend of soft noodles and rich cheese, with hints of cinnamon and vanilla. What is noodle kugel? Kugel is a traditional Jewish dish that is typically made with egg noodles or…
Continue ReadingCinnamon Apple Cobbler In A Cast-Iron Skillet
There’s nothing wrong with craving a showstopping homemade apple pie. But if you’re looking for something easier — with all those same cozy fall flavors and half the effort — you’ve got to try my warm, comforting cinnamon apple cobbler! It’s got everything you love about apple desserts: tender, spiced apples baked in a cast-iron skillet and topped with a golden, biscuit-like cobbler topping. Every scoop is full of buttery crust and gooey apple goodness — and you better believe we’re piling on the vanilla ice cream. It checks all…
Continue Reading20-Minute Salmon Chraimeh (Fish Braised in Spicy Tomato Sauce)
If you like seafood paired with big, bold, spicy flavors, you’ll definitely way to give this easy Salmon Chraimeh a try. It’s a true 20 minute dinner recipe that comes together easily in one pan. The fish is braised in a rich tomato sauce (no shame if you want to double it! 😉) flavored with jalapeño peppers, garlic, and lots of warm spices. With its quick cook time, the fish remains tender and flaky, just the way I like it! While the exact origins of salmon chraimeh are unclear, it’s…
Continue ReadingImpossibly Creamy Pumpkin Pasta with Sage
To say I am obsessed with this creamy pumpkin pasta would be an understatement! It’s got the same cheesy, eggy sauce as a carbonara, but with all the best flavors of fall. I’m using canned pumpkin, mascarpone cheese, lots of fresh sage, and a hint of ground cinnamon to flavor the sauce, but it’s the addition of egg yolks that gives the pasta a luscious, velvety smooth texture. Swoon! Did I mention it’s on the table in just 25 minutes?! You can use any shape of pasta you like, but…
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