This weekend was unforgettable. Dave and Jamie celebrated a beautiful wedding with sweeping views of Washington, D.C., and my friends and I capped the night at the lively piano bar Bobby McKeys at the National Harbor. It was the kind of weekend that leaves you smiling well into the next week. Back home and back … Read more

It’s that time again—time to share another delicious recipe from the Secret Recipe Club. If you’re new to this, the Secret Recipe Club is a community of bloggers who are each assigned a different blog each month and then prepare a recipe from that blog to post on the same date. Readers discover new recipes … Read more

Start your morning with this comforting Raspberry Almond Baked Oatmeal — a wholesome, naturally sweetened breakfast that’s satisfying, easy to prep, and full of flavor. There’s something special about a warm pan of baked oatmeal to begin the day. This Raspberry Almond Baked Oatmeal fills the kitchen with a cozy aroma and delivers a hearty, … Read more

You’ll love this recipe for Perfectly Roasted Broccoli and Sweet Potatoes — a simple, healthy side dish seasoned to perfection and ideal for meal prep. Roasting vegetables is one of the easiest ways to add big flavor to your weekly meal plan. Broccoli and sweet potatoes roast beautifully together: the potatoes caramelize and sweeten while … Read more

These Banana Breakfast Muffins are moist and fluffy, made healthier with whole wheat flour, Greek yogurt, and no butter or refined sugar. They’re packed with banana flavor and warm spices—perfect for a simple, satisfying morning treat. If you love banana bread, you’ll adore these muffins. They offer the same cozy flavor but in an easy, … Read more

This Lemon and Herb Spaghetti Squash with Shrimp is a lighter take on shrimp scampi — quick, healthy, and packed with bright flavor. One of my favorite pasta dishes is shrimp scampi, so I recreated that profile using roasted spaghetti squash. After baking, the squash easily pulls into long, tender strands that resemble pasta, making … Read more

Delicious Peanut Butter Trail Mix Balls made in just 15 minutes with a few simple pantry ingredients. A perfect back-to-school snack the whole family will love. Calling all peanut lovers—these bite-sized trail mix balls deliver a satisfying sweet-and-salty flavor in a compact, grab-and-go snack. They’re simple to make, require no baking, and come together in … Read more

This Citrus Sangria blends the best flavors of summer into one refreshing pitcher: bright fresh pineapple, juicy oranges and zesty limes finished with sparkling soda for a light, bubbly cocktail perfect for gatherings and warm-weather entertaining. Sangria is a summer classic for good reason. Whether you’re hosting friends, relaxing by the pool, or throwing an … Read more

This Fall Harvest Sangria is the ideal seasonal cocktail: a bright white-wine sangria blended with fresh apple cider and piled with crisp apples, pears, citrus, pomegranate (or cranberries) and warming cinnamon sticks — perfect for holiday parties and cozy gatherings. This sangria is one of those make-ahead cocktails that always looks beautiful and gets better … Read more

These easy peanut butter protein bars are healthy, satisfying, and made with just a handful of simple ingredients—no baking required. They come together in under 10 minutes and make a perfect grab-and-go snack or post-workout bite. Chocolate and peanut butter are a classic pairing, and these peanut butter protein bars combine both flavors into a … Read more