Try this irresistible Honey-Dijon Brussels Sprout Salad with Buttery Panko Breadcrumbs. Thinly sliced sprouts bathed in a spicy, sweet sauce, topped with shaved parmesan and crunchy panko. A burst of flavors and textures!
My Recipes
Easy Fall Salad: Roasted Cauliflower, Grapes, and Honey-Dijon Dressing
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.
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.
Bananas Foster Meets the Ice Cream Sandwich of Your Dreams
Grandma’s banana cookies get a modern upgrade and transform into Bananas Foster Ice Cream Sandwiches. Chewy banana-pecan cookies cradle scoops of vanilla ice cream swirled with a rich banana-rum caramel ripple. A touch of corn syrup keeps the caramel smooth, making this nostalgic-meets-playful summer dessert irresistible.
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.
The Ultimate Summer Dessert: Lemon Cake with Strawberries & Mascarpone
This was inspired by the dessert we enjoyed at Verjus is Paris the night we ran into Ina and Jeffrey but we’ve turned the volume up for this not-too-sweet layered showstopper.
The Best Tomato Sandwich Upgrade: Calabrian Mayo + Heirloom Tomatoes
This Tomato Toast with Calabrian Mayo is summer on a plate – crispy olive-oil-fried sourdough, creamy Duke’s mayo spiked with fiery Calabrian peppers, and juicy heirloom tomatoes. Finished with flaky salt and chives, it’s the perfect balance of crunchy, creamy, spicy, and sweet. An easy, irresistible August recipe you’ll crave all season.
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.