It’s been a long time coming, and it’s finally here: Martha’s Pork Pozole Verde. Pozole is a beloved traditional Mexican stew made with meat, seasonings, and—most importantly—hominy. Hominy is dried corn treated with an alkaline solution and is essential to any pozole. There are several variations, but the three most common are Pozole Rojo (red), … Read more

Cacio e Pepe is one of those deceptively simple dishes that delivers huge flavor with just a few ingredients. Literally translating to “cheese and pepper,” this classic Roman preparation tastes rich and creamy, even though it relies on technique rather than butter or cream. This One Pot Cacio e Pepe Israeli Couscous adapts that technique … Read more

It’s the perfect season to brighten dinner with fresh fish—this Mahi-Mahi Bowls recipe pairs smoky, citrus-marinated mahi-mahi with savory adobo-seasoned quinoa and a crisp cucumber-avocado salad. The combination of warm, flaky fish and a cool, tangy salad makes these bowls ideal for summer evenings, backyard meals, or a light, flavorful weeknight dinner. This dish is … Read more

Santa Barbara Travel Guide — Family-Friendly Eats, Activities, and Where to Stay A few weekends ago my family and I spent three nights in sunny Santa Barbara, California. This guide summarizes our favorite places to eat, the best family-friendly activities we tried, and where we stayed. With a small airport, easy car rentals, beautiful beaches, … Read more

Another crowd-pleasing wing idea for parties, game day, or whenever the craving hits — Baked Sesame Chicken Wings. These wings are easy to make, packed with toasty sesame flavor, and suitable for Whole30, paleo, and gluten-free diets when using the ingredients listed below. I make wings all the time—my husband requests them most weekends—and I … Read more

If you enjoyed my Whole30 Skillet Chicken Piccata, you’ll likely love this Skillet Lemon and Dill Chicken. It’s a simple, bright, and satisfying weeknight meal that highlights fresh lemon and fragrant dill for a lighter take on classic skillet chicken. I first made this after a holiday weekend when I had lots of fresh dill … Read more

To download the full document, locate the file titled “Meatless Meal Plan {10.23.20}” on the source site or your saved resources. Meatless Meal Plan — October 23, 2020 This meatless meal plan is designed to simplify vegetarian and plant-forward eating for the week. It offers balanced meals, easy recipes, and smart grocery strategies so you … Read more

Finding Confidence and Beauty After Motherhood Who would have thought that after having two children and approaching my thirties I would feel more confident and more beautiful than ever? I certainly didn’t expect it. Many people say, “having kids changes your body” and “your body will never be the same.” That’s true—I can point to … Read more

Grilled Shrimp Salad with Chili Lime Dressing If you’ve never tried a grilled salad, this Grilled Shrimp Salad with Chili Lime Dressing is the perfect place to start. Grilling lettuce and vegetables brings a smoky, caramelized depth to a salad that makes it feel like a true summer meal. The contrast of warm, charred edges … Read more

Here is a super-simple weeknight dinner that feeds a family using a single baking dish: a flavorful One-Pan Mediterranean-Inspired Chicken Bake. This tray-baked meal brings together potatoes, artichokes, sun-dried tomatoes, olives, bright lemon and herbs, and juicy chicken for an easy, well-balanced dinner that’s perfect for busy evenings. This dish is one of those recipes … Read more