This Maple-Miso Roasted Vegetables with Farro recipe combines nutty, chewy farro with crispy Brussels sprouts, sweet potatoes, and red onion. Tossed with a savory-sweet maple-miso glaze, bright maple-Dijon vinaigrette, Parmesan, and toasted pecans, it’s a hearty, make-ahead vegetarian Thanksgiving side dish that can easily double as the main course.
My Recipes
Roasted Cauliflower & Grape Salad with Honey-Dijon Vinaigrette
Inspired by Ina Garten’s roasted grapes, this salad pairs jammy, caramelized grapes with spiced cauliflower, peppery arugula, creamy goat cheese, and crunchy nuts. A honey-Dijon vinaigrette ties it all together for a sweet, tangy, and savory dish that’s perfect for fall dinners, holiday tables, or weekday meal prep.
Avocado Egg-in-a-Hole Toast with Tomato
Lately, I’ve been playing around with combining this childhood favorite with my, unapologetically basic, adult favorite: avocado toast! And I think I’ve landed on my favorite version with this Avocado Egg-In-A-Hole recipe!
Creamy Tom Yum Pasta with Sweet Corn and Chimichurri
Inspired by a dish at Planta Queen, this Creamy Tom Yum Pasta combines al dente rigatoni with a coconut cream-tom yum sauce, sautéed sweet corn, and a vibrant cilantro chimichurri. It’s a bold, comforting, and surprising recipe that balances heat, brightness, and richness for the ultimate weeknight or dinner-party pasta.
Sweet ★ Honey ★ Buckle with Blueberries (A Beyoncé-Inspired Dessert)
Celebrate Beyoncé’s 44th birthday with my Sweet ★ Honey ★ Buckle with Blueberries! This honey-lemon sponge is topped with juicy berries, crystallized ginger, and a buttery crumble. Inspired by “Sweet ★ Honey ★ Buckin’” from Cowboy Carter, it’s the ultimate blueberry dessert – finished with a drizzle of honey and sprinkle of flaky salt.
Red Velvet Cake with Ermine Frosting: The Forgotten Classic
My grandpa discovered a red velvet cake recipe in the ’60s that became a family legend. The key is in the heritage frosting. After tweaking the original recipe, I achieved a moist, tender, and vibrant red sponge. Double the frosting for a perfect four-layer delight!
Spicy Cucumber Salad with Pickled Red Onions
I transformed a childhood favorite into a zesty summer delight with this Spicy Cucumber Salad featuring pickled red onions. Thinly sliced cucumbers are combined with homemade pickled onions, sour cream, and a touch of heat for a refreshing dish that balances cool creaminess with tangy spice. An ideal accompaniment for warm evenings.
Nutter Butter Icebox Cake: The Ultimate No‑Bake Peanut Butter Dessert
This decadent Nutter Butter Icebox Cake is a nostalgic, no-bake dessert layered with a peanut butter–mascarpone cream and topped with homemade magic shell. Inspired by a childhood favorite, it features a crunchy Nutter Butter crust and chopped peanuts for extra texture – perfect for hot summer days when you don’t want to turn on the oven.