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Your New Go-To Mediterranean Dinner Growing up in the Mediterranean, seafood dinners were my mom’s weeknight staple. Because let’s face it, fish cooks quickly, and you don’t need to do much to it. This Mediterranean Baked Cod is exactly that. 📌 Pin it for Later Get The Recipe I roast tomatoes, garlic, and olives in olive oil, then add the cod on top for a quick bake in the oven. Easy, fresh, and filling. Add a simple green salad and call it dinner. What else you need to know? 32 grams of...

I used to hate kale too... We all know kale is one of the healthiest foods on the planet. But let’s be honest; knowing that doesn’t make it any easier to enjoy. If you’ve ever bought a bunch of kale with good intentions, only to let it wilt in the fridge... I’ve been there too. That’s why I put together this new video. It’s a kale salad masterclass with three easy recipes that show you exactly how to make kale taste good. Watch It Now Without spending hours in the kitchen. Each one takes...

🍎 Your Fall Starts Here: Apple + Cinnamon Everything It’s still in the 80s here in Atlanta, but I’m so ready for fall. For me, the season starts with cozy apple and cinnamon flavors. Think apple cinnamon oatmeal bubbling on the stove or a batch of almond flour apple muffins baking in the oven. I love this combo so much, I’ve shared a bunch of apple and cinnamon recipes over the years. And today, I’m rounding them all up for you. Cozy Recipes You’ll Love Almond Flour Apple Muffins Lighter,...

Fall in a Jar (and on Your Salad) If I had to pick one dressing to make all fall long, it would be this one. My Maple Dijon Vinaigrette is one of the most popular recipes on my site during the fall months. And for good reason. 📌 Pin it Later Get The Recipe It’s sweet, tangy, cozy, and basically autumn in a jar. I’ve been making it for years, and honestly? I haven’t bought a bottle of salad dressing since. It takes 5 minutes, uses pantry staples, and lasts in the fridge all week. No weird...

Too many apples? I got you. My husband and I took a trip to Ellijay, GA, last week. It's one of those fall traditions we look forward to every year. We pick apples, sip cider, and enjoy the mountain air. Of course, I came home with way more apples than I planned. No surprise there. First thing I made? My Crockpot Applesauce. It’s hands-off and makes the whole house smell amazing. 📌 Pin it for Later Get The Recipe Over the years, I’ve tweaked the amount of cinnamon and water to get it just...

The Meatball Recipes I Make on Repeat Meatballs, köfte, as we call them in Turkish, were the very first thing I learned to cook from my mom. And Turkish meatballs will always have a special place in my heart. Not just because they’re easy to make, but because they’re everything I love about Mediterranean cooking. 📌 Pin it For Later Get The Recipe Compared to American meatballs, these are a little fresher, a little spicier with cumin and parsley, and they go with just about any side you’ve...

Mediterranean comfort food, made easy When I was a kid, most of my friends weren’t even allowed to hold a knife. But my mom? She handed me one and taught me how to use it safely. She was a phenomenal cook, and one of the very first recipes she passed down to me was her classic Turkish-style kofte. Today, I’m sharing my chicken version, which I make all the time. Chicken Kofta 📌 pin it for later Get The Recipe These Chicken Koftas are juicy, flavorful, and ready in about 40 minutes. You can...

🌽 Your Labor Day Weekend Needs Street Corn If there’s such a thing as a past life, I’m pretty sure I was a Mexican at some point in time. I mean, how else do you explain my deep, undying love for all things elote? Yes, I may be Mediterranean at heart, but give me fresh corn, chili-lime seasoning, and a sprinkle of Cotija, and I’m suddenly planning a fiesta in my backyard. 🎉 Over the years, I’ve created just about every version of Mexican street corn you can think of—on the cob, off the cob,...

Let’s soak up the last of tomato season I know as soon as Labor Day passes, most people start reaching for cozy fall recipes. And while I’m all in for crisp mornings and the smell of apple cinnamon, I’m not quite ready to let go of summer just yet. Tomato season is still going strong, and I plan to enjoy every last bite. So, today I’m sharing three of my favorite tomato recipes I grew up eating. They’re Turkish by tradition, but you’ll find similar versions all across the Mediterranean. And...

My Labor Day Menu + 50 Easy Recipe Ideas Labor Day always feels like a little pause, a chance to slow down, gather with friends, and soak up everything we love about summer. We’re planning a backyard get-together, and I’ve got my menu all set. If you’re hosting too (or just need a few fresh ideas), below is what I’ll be serving. Plus, in case you need more inspiration, I've got over 50 Labor Day recipes you can choose from. Starters & Apps Ina Garten's Cold Cucumber Soup: Blended cucumber,...