A Strawberry Sauce For Everything!

Say hello to your new favorite strawberry sauce — fresh, glossy, and ready in minutes! ♡

This will forever be my favorite sauce to drizzle over a slice of cheesecake. But it’s also fabulous for spooning over pancakes, waffles, ice cream, yogurt, oatmeal — you name it. This strawberry sauce makes just about anything better!

Best of all, it comes together quickly and easily with just four ingredients, and it’s super easy to customize if you’d like to adjust the sweetness, use fresh or frozen berries, add in a splash of vanilla or balsamic, etc. It’s always a winner!

My No-Fail New York Cheesecake Recipe

Last week, we introduced two friends visiting from Barcelona to the magic of a classic New York cheesecake, and it reminded me how much I adore a really good one. ♡

While we absolutely loved sampling dozens of Basque cheesecakes during our time living in Spain, there’s just something about the rich, ultra-creamy filling and buttery graham cracker crust of a classic New York cheesecake that will always have my heart.

Over the years, I’ve baked a lot of cheesecakes and tested all the variables — mixing methods, bake times, water baths, steam bakes, ingredient ratios — you name it. And this is the recipe I’ve landed on as my forever favorite. It’s silky-smooth, perfectly set, and wonderfully rich with just the right hint of tang from the sour cream. And — great news — there’s no finicky water bath necessary!

I’ve also included all of my best tips below to help ensure your cheesecakes turn out perfectly every time. And I highly recommend making a batch of this quick strawberry sauce to spoon over each slice (YUM). Alright, let’s make some cheesecake!

No-Fuss, Always-Perfect Grilled Cheese

This might just be the easiest way to make grilled cheese ever. ♡

I’ve made a lot of grilled cheese over the years (it’s definitely a staple around here with two little boys), and I have to say — the air fryer version totally surprised me. It somehow works its magic to create perfectly golden, crispy bread and melty cheese every time, with almost zero effort and no babysitting the stove. Plus, cleanup is basically nonexistent!

I’m telling you, once you try it this way, it’s hard to go back. It’s the perfect back-pocket recipe for busy days when we need something quick, easy, and guaranteed to be a hit. So consider this your new go-to method for grilled cheese!

The Most Delicious Ultra-Crispy Chicken!

Bookmark this one if you love crispy chicken as much as I do! ♡

Chicken Milanese has been a longtime favorite of mine, and after lots of testing and little tweaks over the years, I finally feel like this recipe is everything I want it to be. We’re talking thin, juicy cutlets with a beautifully golden, shatteringly crisp crust that actually stays crisp, with just the right amount of seasoning to make each bite perfectly flavorful.

I love serving Chicken Milanese the classic way with a bright, lemony arugula and Parmesan salad piled right on top. But it’s also super easy to mix things up depending on what you’re in the mood for — serve it with warm marinara or a quick lemon butter sauce, add a swipe of garlicky aioli, or finish with a drizzle of hot honey for a sweet-spicy twist. I’ve also included all of my best tips that I’ve learned over the years for frying chicken so you can nail that perfectly crispy, flavorful coating every time.

However you serve it, this is one of those crispy chicken recipes that is always such a winner!

My Go-To French Toast Recipe

If you’ve been searching for your “forever” French toast recipe, this is it! ♡

Our boys have been on a major French toast kick lately, which (ok, twist my arm) gave me the perfect excuse to really dial this one in. After plenty of testing, I landed on a simple ratio and method that delivers every time — slices that are rich and custardy in the center, lightly crisp and golden on the outside, and perfectly scented with cinnamon and vanilla. (No soggy middles or dry edges here!)

It comes together with a handful of pantry ingredients in about 20 minutes, and it’s one of those back-pocket breakfasts we turn to again and again. Serve it simply with maple syrup or load it up with all of your favorite toppings. However you serve it, this French toast is sure to disappear quickly!

Quick and Easy One-Pot Broccoli Pasta

Say hello to the creamy, one-pot, only-slightly-cheesy broccoli pasta our entire family loves. ♡

I suppose it’s technically a mac and cheese, but it’s made with just a single cup of shredded cheddar and a few tablespoons of Parmesan. The pasta cooks right in the broth (one pot for the win!), soaking up all that garlicky flavor, and then finishes with a splash of milk for a silky, almost brothy sauce. Our boys eat it with a spoon and always polish off their bowls, and my husband and I enjoy it just as much too. A full family win!

I highly recommend chopping the broccoli into tiny chunks so that it almost melts right into the pasta. And while I’m partial to ditalini with this one, you could totally use orzo, mini shells, macaroni, or any other small pasta shape that you enjoy. Let’s make some pasta!

My Favorite Grilled Lamb Chops

I never grew up eating lamb. But after marrying into a family of Kiwis, I’ve found myself cooking and enjoying it much more over the past decade. These days, I’ve come to find that I love it best when it’s simply grilled (on the “barbie”, as our New Zealand relatives say) with lots of garlic, fresh herbs, and a bright squeeze of lemon…like this! ♡

It’s actually incredibly easy. Just marinate some lamb chops with olive oil, garlic, and rosemary, then toss them on a hot grill (or grill pan) for a few minutes until perfectly charred on the outside and juicy on the inside. Then melt some pats of lemon butter on top for a bright, citrusy finish.

It’s one of those back-pocket recipes that’s easy enough for casual spring dinners, yet impressive enough for Easter or anytime you’d like to serve lamb. Let’s make some!

Our Whole Family LOVES These Muffins

I’ve mentioned many times that our kids have been obsessed with these healthy banana muffins for years. (We all have the recipe memorized.) But recently, I decided to try making the recipe with a chocolate spin and — probably no surprise — they’re even more popular in our house now than they’ve turned out to be even more popular than the originals. 💛

They’re still naturally gluten-free and dairy-free, and sweetened mostly with ripe bananas plus a hint of maple syrup. And just like the originals, they couldn’t be easier to make. All you need is a blender (or mixing bowl), some ripe bananas, and about 10 minutes of prep time. Then after a quick bake in the oven, you’ll have a batch of soft, chocolatey, feel-good muffins ready to go — perfect for breakfast, snacks, or anytime a chocolate craving hits.

Let’s make some chocolate muffins!

Our Favorite St. Patrick’s Day Recipes

If you’re planning a cozy St. Patrick’s Day menu, here are some of my favorite recipes to help you celebrate! From classic comfort foods to a few fun twists, this collection has everything you need for a festive meal.

You’ll find all the classics here, like tender corned beef and cabbage, buttery colcannon, and a warm loaf of Irish soda bread fresh from the oven. I’ve also included a few cozy favorites inspired by Irish flavors, like Guinness beef stew, colcannon soup, and my favorite carnitas-style corned beef (which gets irresistibly crispy edges after slow-cooking). And of course, no celebration would be complete without something sweet — so don’t miss the Guinness chocolate cake, Bailey’s chocolate cookies, or a cozy mug of Irish coffee to finish things off.

Whether you’re going all-in on a full St. Patrick’s Day spread or just picking one or two recipes to try, I hope this roundup gives you plenty of delicious inspiration. Sláinte! ☘️

My Favorite Quick Granola Recipe

Crunchy homemade granola in about 15 minutes? Yes please. ♡

I’ve been baking homemade granola for years, but once I learned you could make it much more quickly it in the air fryer, I was completely hooked. It only takes about 10 minutes to cook, the oats toast beautifully, and you get those golden crunchy clusters without having to heat up the whole oven. Perfect for small batches or those moments when you suddenly realize you’re out of granola and want some stat!

This specific granola recipe is our family’s longtime favorite — hearty oats, toasted almonds and pecans, coconut, sunflower seeds, maple syrup and just enough cinnamon to make the whole kitchen smell amazing. It’s lightly sweet, perfectly crunchy, and delicious on its own or sprinkled over yogurt, milk, smoothie bowls. Our kids are currently on a major granola kick, so we make it regularly and it’s always such a winner.