Last week’s almond and coconut topped butternut squash soup was so delicious that I want to make more soups! I think I’m going to try making one different soup each week. Most of my recipes this week will keep me warm as it gets colder, but I did throw in a salad because I’m not [...]

Halloween is just a few days away, and if you haven’t come up with great costumes for your kids, you’re probably stressing out.
Have no fear- we’ve compiled a list of 10 simple and creative costumes made from things you probably have lying around the house.  This way, you can make some fantastic looking costumes without [...]

I’m really excited about desserts this week – the blueberry fool I made last week was so good!  I’m trying out a new apple pie recipe and hoping for the best.
Monday
Baked shrimp in tomato feta sauce Spring the recipe!

Tuesday
Tortilla soup Spring the recipe!

Wednesday
Lentil sausage ragout Spring the recipe!
Thursday
Salmon with pineapple salsa [...]

Now that it’s really starting to feel like fall, I’ve been craving everything apple. Apple pie, apple cider, applesauce, plain apples – it all sounds perfect to me. I bought too many apples though, and many of them turned mealy. Luckily, The Kitchn has some great (and delicious) uses for mealy apples.
My favorite? To use [...]

Last week’s meals went pretty well – and breakfast for dinner was great! I’ll definitely have to do that again. I’m really excited to make this week’s special treat, I found the recipe awhile ago and it looks delicious!
Monday
Pasta with sausage and broccoli rabe Spring the recipe!

Tuesday
Grilled Adobo chicken Spring the recipe!

Wednesday
Parmesan crusted [...]

I’m really happy with the way that last week’s meals turned out… and I’m excited for Tuesday, I’m doing breakfast for dinner! What’s your favorite themed meal?
Monday
Chicken enchilada roll-ups Spring the recipe!

Tuesday
Apple-topped German pancake Spring the recipe!

Wednesday
Homemade pizza Spring the recipe!
Thursday
Chicken artichoke casserole Spring the recipe!
Friday
Open face grilled goat cheese panini [...]

Summer Restaurant Week in Boston has arrived! For two weeks (August 9-14 and 16-21), many of Boston’s upper-echelon restaurants will offer a Prix Fixe menu with 3-course lunches for $20.09 and dinners for $33.09. It’s a great opportunity to get out into the city and try all that these restaurants have to offer!
This restaurant week, [...]

Last week’s meals were great, it was really helpful to get back into the swing of things with meal planning… and I’m excited for everything I’ve planned for this week!
Monday
Spinach salad with strawberries and almonds Spring the recipe!

Tuesday
Poached egg with asparagus and truffle oil Spring the recipe!

Wednesday
Mini steak sandwiches with horseradish and tomato
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This week is National Simplify Your Life Week.  So we’re bringing you a round-up of some of our best, simplest posts over the last year!
August 2008:  Organize your home redecoration project
September 2008: Drink more water for your health & to save money

October 2008: Shampoo your hair every other day
November 2008: Save time sorting dirty laundry
December [...]

I love having dinner parties and hosting guests, but eventually the cost of large meals starts to add up.  So what’s my solution?  Potlucks.
Not only do you still get to have everyone over, but you cut costs by having each guest bring something – whether it’s a main dish, a salad, or drinks.  Plus, you [...]