Not sure what to eat with asparagus? Below are 20 of our favorite main dishes that pair beautifully with asparagus — from roasted and pan-seared chicken to broiled steaks, salmon, vibrant pastas, creamy risottos, stuffed peppers, and more. Asparagus is one of our go-to side vegetables because it complements so many flavors and cooking methods. … Read more

This wild garlic risotto is an easy, oven-baked dish featuring tender broccoli and fresh wild garlic — a simple celebration of spring produce. There’s no need to stand and stir at the hob: you sauté briefly, bake, and the rice turns out creamy and perfectly al dente while you get on with other things. A … Read more

This French sipping chocolate takes just four ingredients and about ten minutes to prepare. It’s rich, velvety, intensely chocolaty and downright decadent — easily one of the best hot chocolates you’ll ever taste. The French have long been celebrated for their culinary expertise, and this luxurious sipping chocolate is a perfect example. In France, chocolate … Read more

These six-ingredient Shrimp Parmesan Sandwiches take just 10 minutes to prepare. Spaghetti tossed with marinara, popcorn shrimp, mozzarella and Parmesan are piled between slices of crusty garlic bread — a simple and satisfying meatless meal for Lent or any night of the week. Keep in touch! Subscribe to receive Melanie Makes recipes direct to your … Read more

This tres leches ghost cake is a modern take on a vintage favorite, perfect for Halloween. Prefer a simpler shape? Make the tres leches in a rectangular pan—either way, the cake is irresistibly delicious. Did you have the Betty Crocker Cookbook for Boys and Girls as a child? I got a late-70s copy in kindergarten … Read more

I want to thank Mary’s Secret Ingredient for sending their fall box full of delicious ingredients and kitchen goodies. I enjoyed working with them — the box included several items that made this Tuscan chicken stew especially flavorful. Two highlights from the box used in this stew are Sarah’s Tuscan Sea Salt and the All … Read more

A flavorful sheet pan dinner can be a weeknight lifesaver. This Sheet Pan Spring Chicken with Artichokes and Asparagus brings bright spring produce and simple seasoning together for an easy, satisfying meal you’ll want to make again. When time is limited but you still want a delicious dinner, a one-pan roast is hard to beat. … Read more

Keto Naan Flatbread is a flavorful, low‑carb Middle Eastern–style flatbread with a slight puff and a soft texture. At only about 2g net carbs per naan, it’s a versatile option for sandwiches, mini pizzas, dipping, or serving alongside kebabs and soups. Naan is a leavened flatbread with origins in Iran and widespread use across India … Read more

This Lemon Chicken Caesar Salad with Cottage Cheese is a fresh, lighter take on the classic Caesar. The dressing blends cottage cheese, parmesan, almond milk, lemon juice and Dijon mustard for a creamy, tangy result without anchovies or raw eggs. Paired with crisp romaine, mini cucumbers, gluten-free croutons and golden pan-seared lemon garlic chicken, this … Read more

This TikTok-inspired Jam Heart Cookies recipe recently went viral and brought renewed attention to the classic jam heart cookie. These are soft, buttery cookies with a cherry jam-filled heart in the center — simple, tender, and irresistibly sweet. Jam Heart Cookies While these cookies are especially popular around Valentine’s Day, I make and enjoy them … Read more