Here's the most important thing to know about this red lentil soup recipe. IT IS SO EASY TO MAKE. It has other things going for it, of course. It's tasty, healthy, inexpensive, great to make ahead, and family-friendly. But did I mention it's easy to make? After...
If I had to nominate a vegetable as Greatest of All Time, broccoli would be my GOAT, for sure. It cooks quickly, is an excellent companion for all sorts of flavors, and walks that fine line between bitter and sweet with ease. Plus, I've found...
When I was a kid, Sloppy Joes were not one of my favorite meals. I loved a good burger, but Sloppy Joes were always too darn sweet for my palate. I basically avoided them for most of my adult life, until I realized that a...
Like you (probably), making dinner day after day (after day after day) can feel overwhelming for me sometimes. These 5 tips for easier dinners are things I've learned over the years that have made supper run more smoothly in my household; hopefully one or more...
I'm so excited to share that my new cookbook Bare Minimum Dinners will be published September 7, 2021, is now available for pre-sale, AND I have a special gift for anyone who pre-buys (keep on reading!). But, first, let me explain my mission with this book. In my...
This easy Instant Pot chili has so much going for it. It comes together in about 15 minutes of active time and under an hour of total time. It will warm your bones on a cold winter night. It's an excellent recipe for babies and...
I love my Instant Pot (a.k.a. my multi-cooker) for a lot of reasons. Beans cook up creamy and tender in less than an hour (without soaking!), meats turn succulent with little coaxing, and I can make hard-boiled eggs for a crowd without breaking a sweat....
The only right way to meal plan is the way that works for you. If you're looking for a method to try, here's my strategy for meal planning in about 15 minutes a week. I've always loved the idea of letting what's available at the farmer's...
Preparing meat that's soft enough for baby-led weaning can be a little tricky. A grilled chicken breast or medium-rare steak is delicious for bigger kids and grown-ups, but babies need extra soft meat. If you're serving your baby purees, problem solved. I think the easiest way...
This may sound shocking, but I believe that mussels are the ultimate kid-friendly food. How fun is it to scoop your dinner out of seashells? Parents also like them because they’re high in protein and iron and almost shockingly inexpensive. They're also a sustainable seafood, so it's...