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Slow Mornings

Finished chimichangas with guacamole, rice and pico de gallo

Gather for Dinner

To Pass Around

Something Sweet

Around the Table

Caramel Peach Torte
A giant box of peaches sparked my baking creativity. The result was my take on peaches and cream, with plenty of fresh peaches, a light cream cheese filling and a graham cracker crust.
Mixed Berry Danish Puff
One of my favorite on-the-go breakfasts, this berry Danish puff is the kind of recipe we make before an early morning on the golf course. A flaky crust, fresh berries and a light lemon glaze make it feel like a stop at the bakery.
Butterscotch Banana Cream Macarons
These Butterscotch Banana Cream Macarons were inspired by my dad’s favorite dessert. Crisp vanilla shells are filled with banana buttercream and a butterscotch center for a surprise twist on classic banana cream pie.
Sweet Corn Rice Pilaf
A Minnesota summer isn’t complete without sweet corn. Whether it’s fresh from a stand or straight from the freezer, this simple rice pilaf is one of our favorite sides for anything off the grill.
Blackstone Salmon Caesar Salad
A griddled salmon Caesar salad with charred romaine, homemade croutons, and a creamy homemade dressing. Perfect for a quiet night home.
Caramel “Church” Brownies
A quick, easy caramel brownie recipe that could only come from a small-town church cookbook. Five ingredients, deliciously gooey, and gone within a day.

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I cook for my people, travel whenever we can, and believe home should go with you wherever you are. New recipes land in your inbox now and then, but only as often as we all have time.

Out and About

Taste of Summer: Washington
A family summer trip around Washington State, from Puget Sound to the mountains. Ferry rides, whale watching, hikes, cozy rentals and some very good breakfasts along the way.
A Taste of Summer: Coastal Maine
A laid-back week enjoying summer on the Maine coast. Lighthouses, lobster rolls, small towns, and the kind of family vacation that leaves everyone a little more rested than when they arrived.
Seeing the States: Flagstaff, Phoenix and Sedona, Arizona
We just (and I do mean just) got back from our Spring Break trip this year. On the docket for this trip: State #10 for the boys. Arizona. I love the list of where we’ve been, but when I think of my goal and what’s left, being only 20 percent in is still a bit…