33 recipes
sidesIrish champ is simple — potatoes, milk, butter, and scallions — but it carries a lot more weight than that. It’s Rory’s nod to home in his Master’s Champions Dinner menu, and one of the few parts of the menu that feels rooted in something personal rather than indulgent. A Note on the Menu This Continue Reading…
saladsThis is one of those salads that feels almost too simple to write down — but ends up being one of the first things to disappear from the table. Thin ribbons of zucchini, a little lemon, good olive oil, parmesan, and fresh basil. That’s it. It’s light, fresh, and exactly the kind of dish that Continue Reading…
saladsFarro is one of those ingredients I reach for often when I’m hosting. It’s hearty enough to anchor a table, but when paired with lemon, fresh herbs, and a few thoughtful additions, it feels light and seasonal — not heavy. This version leans into spring: bright citrus, soft herbs, shaved parmesan, and pistachios for texture. Continue Reading…
appetizersThis is the kind of salad I come back to every spring. Light, crisp, and just a little bit unexpected — shaved asparagus and fennel create a texture that feels more composed than a traditional salad, but just as easy to put together. It’s fresh without being fussy. And when you’re hosting, that’s exactly what Continue Reading…
sidesThere’s almost always bread on the table when I host. Sometimes it’s a warm baguette from a good bakery. Sometimes it’s something simple I pick up on the way home. And sometimes, when the timing works, it’s focaccia from my own sourdough starter. I’ve been baking sourdough for a few years now, and my starter Continue Reading…
sidesEvery great dinner party main needs sides that feel intentional — but not complicated. For my Green, But Make It Chic menu, I paired lemon shallot chicken with two simple, texture-driven vegetables: crispy smashed potatoes with tarragon and roasted broccolini with garlic and lemon. They’re straightforward. They can be prepped ahead. And together, they create Continue Reading…
sidesThere is something quietly luxurious about a bowl of whipped yogurt on a dinner party table. It’s simple. It’s unfussy. And yet, when layered with fresh herbs, a drizzle of olive oil, and chili crisp, it feels intentional. This is the kind of starter I love most — something guests can gather around while you Continue Reading…
saladsA good dinner party salad shouldn’t compete with the main course. It should lighten the plate. This butter lettuce salad is exactly that — tender greens, thinly sliced snap peas, creamy avocado, and a bright white balsamic vinaigrette. It’s simple on purpose. When the main course is rich and the sides are crisp, the salad’s Continue Reading…
sidesThis site uses affiliate links. We may earn a commission if you purchase through our links at no extra cost to you. Whenever we’re hosting friends or family, I am always super focused on the side dishes. I think it’s what makes the meal really interesting, both visually and flavor-wise, and to be honest, surround Continue Reading…
appetizersNow that summer is in full swing – heat and crazy storms and all – I can’t get enough of peaches, watermelon and grilling. So I guess expect a whole lot of that? The whole house – myself, hubby and Harper – were all loving this peach and burrata salad with rosé vinaigrette I made Continue Reading…
sidesCan you imagine a Thanksgiving table without stuffing? It’s 100% my favorite part of the meal! Savory, satisfying, crunchy, soft, salty. It’s so much all in one bite. This year, I’m dishing out this sausage and roasted grape stuffing with rosemary and thyme. Using breakfast sausage, rosemary and thyme brings those traditional flavors of the Continue Reading…
sidesWelcome to Friendsgiving week! I love using Friendsgiving as an excuse to create some fun, non traditional dishes. I hope you love the recipes this week and it inspires you to try something new, whether a small Thanksgiving gathering or a socially-distanced-outdoor-mask-wearing-be-smart-Friendsgiving. If you haven’t made acorn squash yet, this recipe is your reason to Continue Reading…
breakfast-brunchGuys, I am so into mint and basil chopped up on and in everything (see: herbed turkey meatballs). One of my 2019 Bucket List items was finishing dishes with fresh herbs or lemon/lime, and I’ve been all over it all year, but especially so now that the weather has finally broken. This time of year Continue Reading…
appetizersDo you ever get into phases where this one thing is basically the only thing you want to eat? That’s where I am right now with this watermelon snack, which, by the way, is 1 shot of tequila shy of a deconstructed margarita. If you’ve never had watermelon with salt before, try it. Once you Continue Reading…
mainsThere are so many reasons I love warmer weather, but for sure I love the change of food. The things that are in season and the foods we start to crave as the temperatures rise changes so much, doesn’t it? There are two things that feel like the true start of the warmer months to Continue Reading…
appetizersAnytime I share a salad “recipe” I really question whether or not this can even be called a “recipe.” I mean, yes, there’s a list of ingredients and a “method,” and therefore it is, but really this is just some straight up #saladporn right now. I love burrata, and in fact I’ve tried on several Continue Reading…
appetizersIt’s artichoke season and. I’m. here. for. it. I love artichokes. And if you can find them for a good price (you know, not $3 a pop), they’re 100% worth the effort it takes to clean them. Last year, I shared a great stuffed artichoke recipe and details on how to clean an artichoke, which Continue Reading…
saladsI’ve never really liked tabbouleh. To be honest, it’s a texture thing and it always made me feel like I was just gnawing on a literal bunch of parsley. Furthermore, I was never a big fan of the flavor, because, again, parsley. I like parsley, but like a little bit. And there’s nothing in a Continue Reading…
sidesPart of my 2019 Bucket List (because resolutions suck, so we do a bucket list around here) were 4 foodie dates with my bestie. A few weeks ago, we had lunch at Intersect by Lexus, which is an incredibly cool concept with rotating restaurant pop ups. The one we were able to enjoy was The Continue Reading…
sidesI’ve taken a serious turn from my go-to vinaigrette to this cilantro vinaigrette I shared earlier in the week. Like a put-that-shit-on-everything serious turn. So now, we are going to talk about roasting fingerling potatoes and dunking them all up in that vinaigrette. You’ll love it. Let’s chat about the potato choice, first. So a Continue Reading…
sidesYes, you can make couscous without a recipe! Couscous is definitely one of my phone-it-in side dishes when I’m not sure what to make and want to have something else on the table. I love anything I can customize to my preferences, mood and honestly, pantry. Enter: couscous non-recipe recipe! You know how much I Continue Reading…
sidesMan, this week is turning into a hummus dinner party, isn’t it?! But in all seriousness, I really do love roasting up some broccoli and cauliflower with olive oil, lemon and garlic and then pouring a hummus dressing over it. You want to know what makes the dressing so easy? It’s 3 ingredients: hummus, water, Continue Reading…
appetizersOh, how I love roasted garlic! And I promise you, it is incredibly easy! Roasted garlic can be used for so many things, from just using it as a spread on a piece of bread to tossing it into a homemade hummus, it’s a great little extra to add to the table. I’ve even put Continue Reading…
appetizersGet your remotes and popcorn ready, have I got a list for you! If you want some foodie things to watch on Netflix, I’m your girl and this is your post. Plus, I’m sharing my recipe for peanut butter cup popcorn, which you’re gonna want for your next #netflixandchill sesh. Trust me. Okay, friends, let’s get Continue Reading…
appetizersI have to confess to you. I was very, very nervous to make these arancini. Basically, anytime a dish requires frying, I get a little nervous. It’s a method I’m not 100% comfortable with, and really, the internal guilt of eating something fried settles in when I am making it myself. BUT, these arancini were Continue Reading…
sidesWhat would a meatless dinner party be without some roasted veggies?! There’s something about roasted veggies that can get very boring very quickly, but I am totally loving these balsamic roasted veggies – they are so easy! These literally require 2 ingredients. Okay four, because you’ll want to salt and pepper to taste. Can you Continue Reading…
appetizersI’ll be honest with you – I’ve never noticed shishito peppers in the grocery store before. Then, hubby and I went out with friends to a ramen place and we had blistered shishito peppers for an appetizer – I’ve been hooked ever since! And I’ve been actually noticing the peppers at the farmer’s market and Continue Reading…
sidesNews Alert: We don’t own a microwave. When we bought our house four years ago, we never got ourselves a microwave. A few years later, we still don’t have a microwave and either enjoy left overs cold or just use the stove top or oven. So needless to say, popcorn isn’t necessarily a go-to around Continue Reading…
sidesI love a quick recipe. One that’s good, quick, but still really good. Not really the ones that I end up with lunch where it’s basically 5 random ingredients thrown into a bowl that we call a “salad.” This is coming from a place of complete dissatisfaction with my salad I had while writing this. Continue Reading…
sidesBeyond the obvious avocado toast or scrambled eggs, have you ever wondered how to use Trader Joe’s Everything Bagel Seasoning? I was in the store recently, buying yet another bottle of the stuff, and the cashier told me she makes string beans with lemon and tops it with the seasoning. Brilliant! I have to admit, Continue Reading…
sidesAre you thinking, “Hailey, do I really need a recipe to roast potatoes?” Uh, yes. Yes, you do. This roasted potato side dish will fill your house with the most amazing scent. Think, melted butter and garlic and herbs and just straight up deliciousness. The secret? Melted butter, red onions, a lot of garlic, and Continue Reading…
sidesI’m not one to tout anything I make as the greatest anything of all time. Okay, maybe I’ll say “the greatest something or other I’ve ever made ever.” That I’ll do. However, this is going to be that one time exception. You’re going to want this recipe forever and ever and it will be the greatest Continue Reading…
sidesGetting the menu right for a holiday is all about balance. I try not to, for example, have too many carb-heavy dishes because you don’t want your guests to feel bloated. Plus, I’m really all about the sides. Plus, the sides can be so colorful! I love the sweetness and the crunchieness of this salad Continue Reading…
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