Real Caesar Dressing

This homemade Caesar dressing recipe, inspired by one from Ana Sortun of Oleana, is a staple in my house. I hope it will be in yours too.

Naked Root Vegetable Gratin

A crispy, succulent take on a classic pommes Anna--only with root vegetables instead of potatoes ... think of it as a naked gratin.

Soft Scrambled Eggs with Chives

This is one of my hands-down favorite easy dinners, and can also be transformed into an easy appetizer by topping crostini (and if you're feeling decadent, drizzling with truffle oil). Watch my video down below to see how easy these are to make.

In Defense of Kale

Apparently, there has been a kale backlash recently. But I, for one, think kale--and all vegetables--should be seen as timeless.

Kale Salad with Toasted Coconut Chips

I've been wanting to do a kale salad for a long time, and this is the one I wanted to make. Rubbing breaks down the cells and softens the kale, yet leaves all of its meaty taste.

Comforting Brown Rice Porridge with Mushrooms

Chef Louis Maldonado of Spoonbar here in Healdsburg, and most recently of Top Chef fame, turned me on to rice porridge. I conjured this one up recently and gave it a creamy spin with the addition of coconut milk.

Simple Butternut Squash Soup

This nourishing butternut squash soup is easy to make and freeze for quick meals to warm up chilly nights all winter long.