
Hanging On to Summer in Connecticut
Connecticut fall may be gorgeous, but I’ll always be a summer girl at heart. Flip flops, long sunsets, and warm sunshine make me happiest—so why does summer always feel too short?

Connecticut fall may be gorgeous, but I’ll always be a summer girl at heart. Flip flops, long sunsets, and warm sunshine make me happiest—so why does summer always feel too short?

This creamy polenta recipe is cheesy, comforting, and versatile! Serve it soft and spoonable or chill, slice, and crisp it up for an easy Italian-inspired side dish.

Crisp tortilla chips. Fresh, tangy salsa. And a room full of happy snackers. This quick homemade salsa is my go-to appetizer – ready in 6 minutes and impossible to stop eating.

Black raspberry ice cream is a summertime classic – tart, sweet, and perfectly purple. Discover why this flavor is worth hunting for at your favorite ice cream stand.

Farm-fresh corn, pick-your-own blueberries, sweet tomatoes and the world’s best oatmeal cookies. CT farmers’ markets? I’m obsessed.

This Escarole and Bean Soup is garlic-forward, cozy, and deeply satisfying – just the way it should be. A simple, rustic recipe made with tender greens, creamy beans, and a head full of garlic (literally). Serve with crusty bread and don’t be shy with the parm!

My Dutch oven is one of my most-used kitchen tools – and for good reason. From soups and stews to braises and saucy meatballs, this pot can do it all.

There’s something sacred about the early morning—before the world wakes up, when it’s just me, my coffee, and the quiet. I reflect, I pray, and I tackle the day while the sun peeks through the clouds. These are my most focused, most grateful hours—and I’m lucky to have them.

Moist, buttery, and bursting with blueberries – these scones are anything but dry. Made with frozen grated butter (the secret weapon!) and topped with a vanilla or lemon glaze, this recipe is your new go-to for bakery-worthy scones at home.
These easy chicken enchiladas are packed with juicy chicken thighs, black beans, and a blend of red and green enchilada sauces. Baked until bubbly and topped with all your favorite fixings, they’re a weeknight win every time.