This Cheesy Loaded Cauliflower Bread is a low-carb side that tastes fantastic and is an easy, satisfying way to enjoy more vegetables. I’ve been wanting to make this for months and plan to create more cauliflower-based dishes in the coming weeks. If you like cauliflower, you’ll appreciate this “bread” — if not, this isn’t the … Read more
Minestrone soup is a timeless Italian favorite—hearty, nourishing, and endlessly adaptable. Packed with vegetables, beans, and small pasta in a flavorful tomato-based broth, it’s a great way to use what you have on hand and make a satisfying meal for family or guests. Before You Start Cooking Minestrone grew from cucina povera (peasant cooking) in … Read more
These lion house rolls are tender, soft, and lusciously buttery — possibly the best homemade dinner rolls and always a family favorite. Lion House Rolls Homemade dinner rolls that are soft, tender, and buttery are hard to beat. These Lion House–style rolls have that nostalgic, bakery-fresh texture and aroma — the kind that fills the … Read more
Take an inside look at Moon Juice in Los Angeles. If you’re visiting LA, stop by this wellness boutique for a nutrient-rich smoothie, tonic, or pressed juice. The shop also carries a thoughtfully curated collection of vitamins, adaptogenic dusts, and elixirs. This year I’m sharing some alternative dessert recipes alongside traditional sweets on Sugar and … Read more
This elegant Chocolate Velvet Pie with a meringue crust satisfies any chocolate craving. A baked meringue shell is filled with a velvety, coffee-enhanced chocolate whipped cream and finished with chocolate shards for texture and drama. This Chocolate Pie recipe melts on the tongue. It’s simple enough for a weeknight family dinner yet impressive for holidays … Read more
How do you plan a round-the-world trip? With careful planning, a realistic budget, and a taste for adventure. This post may contain affiliate links. Please see my disclosure page for more information. Thanks! This post was originally published January 2020 and updated January 2025. On January 2, 2019, my husband Dylan and I set off … Read more
These Cranberry Cinnamon Jam Bars are simple to make and full of holiday flavor. A cinnamon-scented streusel acts as both the base and the crumbly topping, with a spiced cranberry filling that’s soft and gooey in between. It’s officially cookie season, and I’m kicking off my annual 12 Days of Christmas Cookies with these festive … Read more
Dear Past Stefanie, Remember spooning soupy rice cereal into baby Andy’s chubby cheeks? Remember dreading the mess as you wiped cereal off his face and clothes? Remember thinking, “I can’t wait to feed Andy real food”? Yeah… You should have savored the puree and cereal days. Love, Your wiser, older self PS Don’t even get … Read more
WW Recipe of the Day: Apple S’Mores Nachos This campfire favorite gets an autumn twist in a quick, indulgent dessert for two. With just five everyday ingredients, these Apple S’Mores Nachos come together in minutes — and no fire is required. Apple S’mores Nachos Dessert How Many Calories and WW Points in these Apple S’Mores … Read more
This creamy, cheesy Ground Beef Baked Spaghetti Casserole is an easy, comforting dinner for any night of the week. It makes a hearty addition to family meals, potlucks, or gatherings when you want something simple and satisfying. Recipe | History of Spaghetti | Ingredients Adding a pinch of red pepper flakes or a dash of … Read more