April in Southern California marks the beginning of Rock Crab season, and I can think of no better way to celebrate than by doing a...

I 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...

While I'm generally a pasta girl, there are certain rice-based dishes that occupy a special place in my heart (and belly) - Paella (like...

Looking for a meal that looks and feels fancy but actually takes, like, NO time and minimal effort to throw together? Grill a whole fish!...

I know it's an over-the-top cliche, but there is just something iconic about the combination of roses, chocolate, and hearts, right?...

Every season is soup season in our house, but we like to keep our soups seasonal, like this Roasted Broccoli Soup with Cheddar Toasts....

While I am not generally big on sweets, I do enjoy baking, especially when I can find ways to put my own twist on a recipe. This one is a...

One thing I love about winter produce is that much of it readily lends itself to advance meal prep. Instead of delicate herbs and greens...

I'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...

True or false: Meatballs are better than meatloaf. If you answered "True" then you are my people, and you have come to the right place....

Winter weeknight dinners are all about two words: quick and easy. Oh, and delicious, of course, because if it's not delicious then why...

Ours is not a vegetarian household. Not even close. Pork in particular is pretty much a main food group around here, and I LOVE seafood....

What do enchiladas, chilaquiles, and huevos rancheros all have in common (other than being delicious classic Mexican cuisine)? Sauce....

It'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...

You may not think it based on the number of dessert recipes I've been posting lately, but I'm not a huge dessert person. If given the...

I am pretty much an equal opportunity pizza fan. I'll take it with a thin or pillowy crust; with red, white, green or no sauce; with...

I'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...

If 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...

Full disclosure: These cookies have not actually won any gold medals. I've never even submitted them to any baking competitions. So, I...

Show me a person that says they don't like Mac & Cheese, and I will show you either (1) a liar or (2) someone who thinks that the stuff...