Yup. That's a doozy of a title. Technically, it could be longer, but where's the mystery if I tell you ALL the ingredients in advance? We all need a little mystery in our life—right? I think so. Do you know who else I find a little mysterious? Max. Some mornings, he's pretty chill. After ... [Read more]

I don't mind cooking big fancy meals but sometimes you just want good, simple food. This is that meal. Humble black beans mixed with flavorful rice and a dollop of velvety guacamole make an incredibly satisfying meal. ... [Read more]

My final dish for my Cinco de Mayo fiesta is carnitas. I always order it whenever I go to my favorite Mexican restaurant. So moist and tender in the inside and crisp and salty on the outside. Perfection. ... [Read more]

My crockpot is one of my favorite kitchen appliances, especially in the summer. Now people tend to think pot roasts when they hear crockpot, which feels more like a fall/winter dish. But I use my crockpot the most in the summer since it helps me avoid turning on the oven. ... [Read more]