Home cooking for children and adults
Spring lamb and wide ribbons of pasta are a classic match for a reason. This dish brings tender, slow-simmered lamb together with fresh herbs, bright lemon, and silky pappardelle for a bowl that feels both cozy and light. It’s the kind of recipe you make on a weekend afternoon, then […]
Spring brings the kind of produce that makes simple dishes shine. This Spring Vegetable Orzo Salad is crisp, lemony, and full of color, with tender orzo, crunchy veggies, and a punchy herb dressing. It’s quick enough for a weeknight and pretty enough for a gathering. Serve it as a light […]
Few dishes feel as comforting and special as a creamy pasta with morel mushrooms. The sauce clings to the noodles, the morels bring that deep, woodsy aroma, and everything comes together in under an hour. It’s the kind of meal you can make on a quiet evening and still feel […]
Bucatini with fresh fava beans is comfort food with a seasonal twist. It’s the kind of dish that feels both homey and special: a silky, glossy pasta sauce, pops of green, and just enough richness to keep you reaching for another bite. If you’ve never cooked with fresh favas, this […]
This is the kind of pasta you make when you want something warm, satisfying, and easy. Tagliatelle with peas and ham hits all the right notes: salty, sweet, creamy, and just a little bit buttery. It feels cozy without being heavy, and it comes together in the time it takes […]
Brown butter and sage is one of those combinations that feels like a little magic trick. It takes minutes to make and turns store-bought ravioli into something you’d happily serve to guests. The butter turns nutty and toasty, the sage gets crisp at the edges, and a squeeze of lemon […]
This is the kind of weeknight dinner that feels special without asking much of you. Sweet cherry tomatoes roast until they burst and caramelize, then melt into a silky sauce with tangy goat cheese. Toss it with hot pasta, a splash of starchy cooking water, and a handful of fresh […]
Why Steak Deserves Your Attention (And Respect) Let’s address the elephant in the room: people are intimidated by cooking steak at home. They worry about wasting expensive meat. They’re not sure when it’s done. They end up with gray, overcooked beef or dangerously undercooked meat. But here’s the truth: cooking […]
It looks simple: a sunny cake that jiggles a little and melts like a whispered secret. But the first bite hits with bright lemon, silky custard, and the softest sponge top—basically a hug you can eat. Grandma didn’t take notes; she baked by vibe. I reverse-engineered the vibes so you […]
Picture this: golden, shattery layers of phyllo, a savory spiced beef filling that smells like warm cinnamon and nutmeg, and buttery edges that flake like a dream. That’s Egyptian Beef Goulash—also known as phyllo beef pie—and it’s the kind of comfort food you pull out for guests when you want […]