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Anytime a weeknight dinner involves pie crust, esp

Anytime a weeknight dinner involves pie crust, especially store-bought pie crust, I am all in! This recipe by @jazzy_the_princess for Ham and Leek Quiche in the April issue of @real_simple is easy and delicious! Truth be told, I like it just as much gently warmed the next day out of the fridge. And it would be a perfect brunch or even lunch box food if I ever went anywhere that required a lunch box. The recipe is in the link in my bio! #easydinners #baremindin #rskitchen #quichemeyoufool

Blueberry scones for Easter breakfast! I confess t

Blueberry scones for Easter breakfast! I confess that I mostly use scones as a vehicle for salted butter, but these were a tender and delicious vehicle indeed! I used a recipe from the cookbook Half the Sugar, All the Love by @jennifertylerlee 👉, and they did not taste like they were missing anything. 💜 #breakfast #baking

Today is Transgender Day of Visibility, and I want

Today is Transgender Day of Visibility, and I wanted to share, for those of you who don’t know, that I have a transgender teen! Rosen wrote this story last year for @parents about what it means to be non-binary. While their gender identity has evolved somewhat to be more trans-masculine, this story still rings true, and Rosen still uses they/them pronouns. I am so proud of their bravery and fierce commitment to following their authentic identity. It is probably harder than anything I have ever done.

I have watched the anti-trans bills that are mushrooming throughout this country with fear, frustration, and deep, deep sadness for all the vulnerable teenagers they will affect. Remember how hard being a teenager was? Then add onto that feeling like the world doesn’t recognize or accept who you really are—that the world is scared of you or even hates you. I’m thinking especially of the bills in Arkansas and elsewhere that deny gender-affirming health care to trans teens. Like all medical decisions, this type of care should be between teens, their parents, and their doctors. It is no business of the government or anyone else. Let’s actually take care of our kids, not deny them care. Our denial can be devastating to their physical and mental health.

Like every teen, trans and non-binary kids deserve our respect, support, and advocacy. Good groups to follow include @trevorproject @humanrightscampaign @aclu_nationwide and @outmeredithlgbt. If you’re a trans or nonbinary teenager struggling, please reach out to @trevorproject.

I encourage you to read Rosen’s piece (find it at parents.com); I think you’ll learn a lot. I sure did. I am happy to do my best to answer respectful questions, so ask away here or DM me! #TDOV #transrights #nonbinary #transdayofvisibility

What’s the best way to wash leeks? Or mushrooms?

What’s the best way to wash leeks? Or mushrooms? Do you need to re-wash pre-washed greens? For the April issue of @real_simple I got to answer all those produce-washing questions and more. Thanks to @turshen and @realmomnutrition for sharing your expertise! And thanks to @caitbensel @chelseaczimmer @cspollen @emilykehe @lwrncjmsw @deanna_lowe @linalegare for the gorgeous photos, food styling, and design. P.S. See answers to the leek, mushroom, and greens questions in my Stories! #healthyeating

I received a pdf of this cookbook about six or eig

I received a pdf of this cookbook about six or eight weeks ago, really in the depths of winter, and, wow, did I need it. The recipes are so flavorful and nourishing, and all the Cali photos were a much-needed breath of fresh air. This book is like springtime and flowers and deliciousness all rolled into one. 👉 for more photos from the book including the Ravioli in Toasted Almond Broth and Peanut Stew with Miso and Spinach (so good!). Thanks @heidijswanson! Signed, a longtime fan. (Super Natural Every Day is another of my faves.) @tenspeedpress #cookbooks

I was so inspired working on this gorgeous story a

I was so inspired working on this gorgeous story about the Mediterranean Diet with my (former 😢) colleague @courtenay.smith for the March issue of real_simple! Thanks to @sheela.m.prakash @tobyamidor @amydgorin @drdavidlkatz and @kellytoupsrd from @oldways_pt for your insights and yummy ideas. My favorite reminders? Add fresh herbs everywhere for pops of color, flavor, and antioxidants. And hummus is a superstar; it works as a sandwich spread and bed for roasted veggies, too. Photos by @protazio; food by @chelseaczimmer; props @audi_kd #healthyeating #mediterraneandiet

This Grains and Greens Scramble is just one of 12

It’s Rosen’s birthday! For the past month we h

It’s Rosen’s birthday! For the past month we have been discussing what birthday “cake” they wanted (because, frankly, we are running low on topics of conversation at this point). First, Rosen thought a chocolate cake with peanut butter icing, then pumpkin pie (why not!), then flan. But, they finally settled on lemon chess pie. I volunteered to make one, of course, but Rosen politely declined saying that a pie from @birdsblack would do just fine, thank you. Indeed it will. #pie #birthdaypie

Tonight’s dinner: “French Onion Soup” Pizza

Tonight’s dinner: “French Onion Soup” Pizza from the March issue of @real_simple. Caramelized shallots, Gruyere, ricotta, olive oil, and herbs make for an excellent Monday night dinner! Recipe by @mariannew44; recipe link in my bio! #pizza #baremindin #easydinner #realsimplefood #rsfood

Just a little sneak preview of what’s coming in

Just a little sneak preview of what’s coming in the March issue of @real_simple from @ananda_eidelstein! Rosen and I made the recipe last night: homemade pasta, no machine required! It’s even simple enough for a not-super-rushed weeknight. Recipe coming soon! 😍 #pasta #handmade #dinner #pastamaking