Butternut Squash Crostini with Whipped Goat Cheese and Pickled Cranberries

A plate of crostini topped with whipped goat cheese, butternut squash puree, a halved pickled cranberry, and crispy sage

An appetizer fit for Fall! Butternut Squash is roasted and pureed and combined with tangy whipped goat cheese on a slice of toasted baguette. It’s topped with tart pickled cranberries and crispy sage. Perfectly savory and delicious! I love appetizers. This should come as no surprise if you’ve been reading my blog for some time. I find the idea of appetizers so inspiring: there’s soRead more ->

Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Mustard Vinaigrette and Crispy Shallots

A platter of roasted Brussels sprouts topped with crispy shallots and a mustard vinaigrette

These Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Mustard Vinaigrette and Crispy Shallots are the perfect side dish for Thanksgiving! Brussels sprouts are perfectly roasted and tossed in a spicy mustard vinaigrette and topped with crispy shallots. It’s a simple dish that’s packed with flavor that everyone will love! The Perfect Thanksgiving Side Dish This dish has become a staple on my family’s Thanksgiving table. Brussels sprouts areRead more ->

Garlic and Rosemary Roasted Chicken

A plate topped with rosemary and garlic roasted chicken, whipped sweet potatoes, and Brussels sprouts drizzled with maple dijon glaze

Rosemary and Garlic Roasted Chicken served with creamy whipped sweet potatoes and maple dijon Brussels sprouts. A meal perfect for Fall! A Perfect Fall Meal Tender roasted chicken seasoned with garlic and rosemary, creamy and smooth whipped sweet potatoes, and perfectly roasted Brussels sprout covered in a maple dijon glaze. Does this not sound like the ideal meal for Fall? So many layers of flavorRead more ->

DIY Caramel Apple Bar

A plate pf apples with a bowl of caramel sauce and a variety of small candies and chopped nuts

Make caramel apples fun again! Skewered slices are swirled in luscious caramel sauce and dipped into a variety of crunchy toppings. Everyone gets to build their own! Is it just me or does the thought of biting into a whole caramel apple make your jaw hurt? I’ve always found caramel apples delicious, but too difficult to eat. So, I often overlook the classic fall sweetRead more ->

Red Apple Fall Sangria

A glass of red wine sangria garnished with a cinnamon stick, apple, orange, and pear slice

Sangria! A fruity libation that combines wine, brandy, pear liqueur, warming spices, and seasonal fruit. A true crowd pleaser, this beverage is best when made for a crowd! Fall’s Favorite Sip When it comes to seasonal drinks that are prefect for Fall, it really is tough to beat sangria. An alcoholic punch with origins in Spain and Portugal, sangria traditionally is made with red wine,Read more ->

Pumpkin Spice Latte French Toast Bake

A close up view of pumpkin French toast bake topped with a maple glaze

The quintessential Fall brunch! This Pumpkin Spice Latte French Toast Bake takes all the flavors of the delicious seasonal beverage and puts them into a warm and comforting breakfast bake. What’s not to love? The Perfect Fall Brunch What flavor comes to mind first when you think about Fall? If I had to guess, I would bet that a majority of people out there wouldRead more ->

Crispy Salmon Tacos with Cilantro Slaw and Pickled Red Onions

Tacos filled with cilantro coleslaw, crispy salmon bites, pickled red onion, and topped with chopped cilantro

Tacos tend to be a universal crowd-pleaser, and this recipe might just become your crew’s favorite. These Crispy Salmon Tacos feature a light cilantro coleslaw, pickled red onions, and avocado crema. Just, wow! These turned out incredibly delicious and are super simple to make. Read on to learn how to enjoy them for yourself. What’s In These Tacos These crispy salmon tacos have a fewRead more ->

Sockeye Salmon BLT Sandwich

A salmon salad BLT on a red checkered platter with potato chips

All the makings of the classic BLT sandwich, but with a creamy flaked salmon salad! Adding a whole filet of salmon to a BLT can be a big mouthful. Make this Sockeye Salmon BLT Sandwich easier (and arguably more delicious), by layering on a delicious salmon salad. Upgrade Your BLT Sandwich As if a sandwich as classic as the BLT (Bacon, Lettuce, and Tomato) needsRead more ->

Lox Bagel Dip

A platter of dip topped with lox, dill, red onion, capers, and dill surrounded by ingredients

Luscious lox, spicy red onion, briny capers, and fresh dill top rich cream cheese in this outrageously good Lox Bagel Dip! Serve it with bagel crisps for a crowd-pleasing appetizer. Your Favorite Bagel Sandwich, In Dip Form  If you’re anything like me, a lox bagel is the way to your heart. And preferably one that is heavy on the fixings, light on the bagel. Really,Read more ->

Roasted Green Goddess Salmon

A platter of flaked salmon topped with green goddess sauce

The most tender and flavorful roasted salmon! This recipe features a gorgeous salmon filet slathered in a herby Green Goddess Sauce. It’s simple, stunning, and absolutely delicious. I originally made this gorgeous salmon dish while in Cordova, Alaska where I got to learn all about Copper River Salmon. What an experience! I share details about my trip in this post, where I also share someRead more ->