Updated May 28, 2023 I’m packed and ready for Paris! I can’t wait to see my oldest, who is a freshman at the American University in Paris. We will shop for Christmas gifts, stroll outdoor markets and eat *all the things*. This trip is extra sweet because it’s coming at the end of a few…
Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving Leftovers
Thankful for Leftovers We had Thanksgiving at my parent’s house in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, so no leftovers for us! I’m tempted to roast a turkey breast just for the sandwich situation. Here are some ideas for what you can do with the leftover bird. Also, tomorrow I have an amazing Black Friday sale! Since…
Simple Mashed Potatoes
Simple Mashed Potatoes For a couple years, the only part of Thanksgiving dinner my youngest would eat was the mashed potatoes. Seriously, I couldn’t blame her. They are crucial to Thanksgiving––what better way to soak up all the gravy––but they’re also delicious on a regular old Tuesday night. Mashed potatoes don’t need to be complicated,…
Baked Pumpkin Custard (Dairy-Free and Gluten-Free)
A Simple and Delicious Fall Dessert Do you love pumpkin pie, but can’t do dairy? Do you have gluten-free guests coming for Thanksgiving? Does the thought of making homemade pie dough give you anxiety? Make these simple dairy-free and gluten-free pumpkin custards. It’s basically the pie filling without the crust. Spicy, creamy pumpkin custard is…
Getting Organized for Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving barely gets its due. Christmas décor and ads appear before Halloween and holiday movies pop up in October. Let’s not run through Thanksgiving like it’s a race. Take the time to enjoy the week with friends and family and celebrate a season of gratitude. Let’s slow down and be thankful for the abundance of meaningful…
Chopped Collard Green Salad
The Perfect Fall Salad Next week our school book fair begins. What does that have to do with collard green salad, you say? Texans love a good potluck and my favorite one of the year happens to be at our school book fair. It’s a group effort and a hodge podge of everything from pimento…
Thanksgiving Menu
A Simple and Delicious Thanksgiving Menu Thanksgiving is one week away! I’m proud to partner with Memorial Hermann on this easy Thanksgiving menu that’s full of seasonal bounty. From appetizers to dessert, find your new favorite recipes and tips for a stress-free turkey day. Get everything in one beautiful booklet that you can download and…
Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffins
Super Healthy Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffins It’s that time of year when I’m craving all the fall desserts: Pumpkin muffins, pumpkin bread, pumpkin pie, pumpkin cookies. So when a friend raved about Skinnytaste’s pumpkin muffins I had to look them up. I’m trying to steer clear of refined grains as much as possible (they make…
Meyer Lemon Cranberry Sauce
Super Easy Meyer Lemon Cranberry Sauce Meyer lemons make the perfect cranberry sauce. Slightly less acidic than Eureka lemons and full of juice, Meyers are my favorite winter crop. Tangy, bright and with a touch of cinnamon spice, this is my favorite cranberry sauce. If you don’t have or can’t find a Meyer lemon, feel…
Prosecco Pomegranate Spritz
Quick and colorful, a prosecco pomegranate spritz can be your signature cocktail this holiday season. And with half the glass full of pomegranate juice, it’s less caloric than a traditional cocktail. Not that calories count in December. A little elf told me that one, but I’m not sure I believe it. (Whole 30, see you…