Food + life + work at home
Food + life + work at home
Virginia was one of many states to recently cancel public school for the remainder of the school year. We’re whipping up some special recipes, like our favorite vanilla funfetti cake, and trying to figure out some ways to let our …
I love a good scone, and they often skew more savory with me than sweet. These rich, savory scones are perfect examples of that – full of crispy bacon and sharp cheddar and fresh chives. These are perfect for any …
Chicken Parmesan is one of our all-time favorite dishes. This version is lightened up by substituting panko for heavier Italian breadcrumbs and baking it in the oven. Enjoy! For my job, I have to watch the news. I have to …
One of these days I’ll get around to sharing my family’s recipe for marinara. This is for love and pasta in the time of COVID-19, and you can make this recipe totally with cans and pantry items! Keep it on …
I previously published a version of this post in August 2019. The recipe remains unchanged, but the photography desperately needed to be updated. I hope you all enjoy this new version! If you spend enough time in the kitchen, you …
Here’s a fresh, sweet, and cozy springtime treat to enjoy with your family on a cool spring St. Pat’s evening that the vast majority of us will be enjoying cozied up at home! Safe to say, none of us will …
Avocado toast takes a step up with sourdough toast, fresh avocado, seasoning, and a just-a-little-bit-runny egg for a hearty yet healthy breakfast sandwich. Breakfast is a big deal around my house. Depending on everyone’s schedules, it’s the one meal we’re …
This lemon vinaigrette is fast becoming my favorite homemade dressing, and it’s ridiculously easy to make. And it goes very well not only with your spring salads, but with grilled fish or chicken as well for a burst of lemony …
This salad explodes with fresh spring flavors, and with a bright touch of my lemon vinaigrette, it’s the perfect thing to help you usher in the spring! Any time I can get my family excited about green food, I’m happy. …
These beautifully soft and flavorful homemade pretzels are nice and chewy on the inside but just crispy and salty enough on the outside! Perfect for dipping in your favorite cheese or mustard dip, or just plain snacking on in this …
Combine the rich flavors of Irish lager and Dubliner cheese for a fantastic bit of cozy comfort that’s absolutely perfect for a cold late-winter day. I almost didn’t call this “Irish Beer Cheese Soup.” Because this time of year, every …
Meal planning can feel like a hassle with all the life interruptions that happen and throw you off your course. But it doesn’t have to be hard, and you can save a lot of money on your groceries and avoid …