LaurelMay 33 minSeafood BoilApril in Southern California marks the beginning of Rock Crab season, and I can think of no better way to celebrate than by doing a...
LaurelApr 143 minFive-Chile Relajo Beef EnchiladasI recently saw a meme that said, "I don't know the secret to happiness, but I'll tell you what. I've never been sad at a Mexican...
LaurelMar 12 minGolden Oatmeal MixBreakfast. It's the most important meal of the day, sure, but it can also sometimes be the most stressful. I mean, aren't we all running...
LaurelFeb 222 minToasted Coconut Turmeric Grilled Chicken WingsI know it probably makes me, like, less "American" or something, but I don't love chicken wings. They just generally feel like they are...
LaurelFeb 182 minMojo Grilled SnapperLooking for a meal that looks and feels fancy but actually takes, like, NO time and minimal effort to throw together? Grill a whole fish!...
LaurelFeb 152 minGrilled Baba GanoushI am an avowed dip fanatic. If I can dip a piece of bread or a chip or a veggie or a finger in something you can be damn sure I'm gonna...
LaurelFeb 112 minSpicy Turmeric Coconut CurryI cook. A lot. Like, the vast majority of the food that I shovel into my face was prepared by my own two hands. And I generally enjoy it...
LaurelFeb 42 minRoasted Lemon Pepper Broccoli Soup with Cheddar ToastsEvery season is soup season in our house, but we like to keep our soups seasonal, like this Roasted Broccoli Soup with Cheddar Toasts....
LaurelJan 211 minMarinated Celery SaladI'm not going to lie to you. I'm not the biggest fan of celery. I mean, I think it's an important ingredient - essential even - to many a...
LaurelJan 192 minHerby Chicken and Feta MeatballsTrue or false: Meatballs are better than meatloaf. If you answered "True" then you are my people, and you have come to the right place....
LaurelJan 72 minOne-Pan Chicken Thighs with Artichoke and Olive OrzoWinter weeknight dinners are all about two words: quick and easy. Oh, and delicious, of course, because if it's not delicious then why...
LaurelNov 19, 20212 minHomemade Salsa Ranchera (Ranchero Sauce)What do enchiladas, chilaquiles, and huevos rancheros all have in common (other than being delicious classic Mexican cuisine)? Sauce....
LaurelNov 16, 20213 minPreserved LemonsIt's no secret that I love citrus. A quick look at my Shop reveals no fewer than 10 spice blends that include one type of citrus or...
LaurelNov 8, 20212 minMexican Mocha Skillet BrownieWhat's your favorite part of a brownie? Is it the soft, fudgy center? Is it the crisp edges? Is it the way vanilla ice cream melts into...
LaurelOct 26, 20212 minOne-Pan Harissa Chicken Thighs with Brussels Sprout and Kale OrzoI'm pretty sure that I don't even need to do an introduction for this post since most people are just going to skip it and go straight to...
LaurelOct 19, 20211 minSpicy Crab Pasta with Harissa and Preserved LemonLooking for a pasta dish that feels fancy but is ready in the time it takes to cook the noodles? Well, look no further because this Spicy...
LaurelOct 15, 20212 minFoolproof Basic VinaigretteIf there's one thing I think that everyone should know how to make it's a vinaigrette. Tart, fresh, and dead simple, it's the thing that...
LaurelOct 12, 20212 minSpanish Sunset Pumpkin PastaEvery Autumn, when the pumpkins arrive at the grocery stores, I always buy a bunch of Pie Pumpkins (the little round ones) and make big...
LaurelOct 8, 20213 minGold Medal Chocolate Chip CookiesFull disclosure: These cookies have not actually won any gold medals. I've never even submitted them to any baking competitions. So, I...
LaurelOct 1, 20212 minOne-Pot Chicken Thighs with Kale, Apples, and Winter SquashIt's FINALLY Autumn, and I don't know about you, but I'm ready for ALL the cozy dishes, especially ones that taste this good with this...