The Art of the Charcuterie Plate

Calling all meat and cheese lovers! Need inspiration for assembling the ultimate charcuterie spread? Check out my latest feature on KitchenAid's blog, The Kitchenthusiast, w…

Bruschetta Pizza with Balsamic Syrup

I’ve got big news today. Hang on to your chefs’ hats, folks. I’m launching a new perfume line called Eau de Bruschetta Pizza. Call me crazy, but something tells me Iâ€â€¦

• 35 Minutes

Artichoke Flatbread

By the time the weekend rolls around, my fridge is usually packed with random leftover odds and ends from a week's worth of recipe development and testing. What survives pas…

• Healthy

Marinated Goat Cheese with Fresh Herbs

Cheese, herbs, olive oil. What more could you need to get your next party started? This three-ingredient stroke of appetizer genius was another key takeaway from the cooking…

• 5 Minutes

Creamy Edamame and Pea Hummus

Quick site update! In my constant quest to better serve your cooking and entertaining needs,  I'll now be posting on Mondays and Thursdays, rather than Wednesdays and Frida…

• 15 Minutes
• Healthy

Tips for the Best Homemade Potato Chips

March Madness is in full swing, which means gameday snacking is nearing its seasonal peak. While chicken wings, nachos, pizza and soft pretzels are bound to fire up the crow…

Baked Asparagus Fries with Roasted Garlic Aioli

French fries are so February. So whether or not it feels like spring in your city, the asparagus are a-comin'. And that means it's time to skip the spuds and preheat your ov…

• 80 Minutes
• Healthy

Homemade Pizza Recipes and Tips

Are you ready to whip up a homemade pizza that rivals the local takeout? Preheat your oven and head on over to KitchenAid's blog, The Kitchenthusiast, where I'm sharing myÂ…

Homemade Soft Pretzel Twists

We've all been there. You're at a movie theatre or ballpark and you agree to split a soft pretzel with your friend. So you take turns tearing away portions of the doughy rop…

• 135 Minutes

Crispy Baked Thai Chicken Wings with Peanut Sauce

I have a thing for chicken wings. And while I'm not one to shy away from deep frying (See: Easy Homemade Churros), there is a time and a place to bring the oil to a boil. Su…

• 60 Minutes