If there is one dessert that perfectly captures the season, it’s a rustic peach and apricot galette. No fancy lattice, no crimped edges worthy of a pastry competition, and no special pan required. Just buttery pastry folded over juicy summer fruit and baked until golden. It’s delightfully unfussy, which may be exactly why the French […]
Greek salad—known in Greece as Horiatiki, or “village salad”—is a dish built on simplicity, not spectacle. It emerged in the mid-20th century as an everyday meal, made from ingredients commonly found in Greek homes and gardens during the warmer months. This wasn’t a salad created to follow trends; it was created because it made sense. […]
If you’re looking for an easy, healthy dinner that doesn’t leave you with a sink full of dishes, this sheet-pan roasted shrimp and zucchini noodles recipe checks every box. Juicy roasted shrimp, tender zucchini noodles, “zoodles“, and bright, fresh flavors come together in one pan for a gluten-free meal that’s as simple to make as […]
I’m not exactly sure when sheet pan pies (or pie bars) became a thing, but I’m fully on board. Meet my latest obsession: mixed berry sheet pan crumble pie bars, bursting with sweet summer blueberries and blackberries. They may look like a baking project simply because of their size, but they’re surprisingly easy to make. […]
A classic Cuban mojito has earned its place as one of the world’s most beloved cocktails—and for good reason. With just five simple ingredients—rum, fresh mint, lime, sugar, and club soda—it delivers the kind of refreshing sip that practically comes with an out-of-office reply. One glance at a mojito and you’re already mentally on vacation. […]
Somewhere between the rise of high-protein everything and our collective need for breakfast to behave itself, cottage cheese egg bites entered my kitchen—and quietly took over. These fully loaded little powerhouses are packed with bell pepper, spinach, fresh parsley, and cheese, but the real star is the cottage cheese. Blended into the eggs, it transforms […]
Coffee cake has always lived in that delicious space between breakfast and dessert—but this frosted Greek yogurt version takes things up a notch. With its tender, moist crumb and just-right level of sweetness, it doesn’t need a glaze, but it gets one anyway—and the result is irresistible. It’s the kind of cake that feels at […]
This is one of those dishes that hits your nose before it hits your plate in the best possible way. Crispy caramelized pork is built on contrast: deeply savory pork meeting a lightly sweet, salty glaze, all brightened by the sharp snap of lime juice and zest. It’s rich but not heavy, bold without being […]
When summer turns the oven into a sworn enemy, no-bake desserts step in like a cool-headed hero. Enter the frozen marbled cake: effortless, unapologetically nostalgic, and exactly the kind of dessert you want waiting in the freezer when the temperature refuses to cooperate. This is the dessert of summer, not because it’s flashy, but because […]
No-bake lemon cheesecake cups are a simple, refreshing take on a classic dessert. Think of them as cheesecake broken down into its best parts and served in a cup—same familiar flavors, far less time and effort. They offer all the appeal of traditional cheesecake without the long bake time, endless cooling period, or precision usually […]
At first glance, a smörgåstårta looks like it belongs under a glass dome at a bakery—frosted, layered, and carefully decorated like a celebration cake. Then you take a bite and realize something delightful: this is not dessert at all. It’s a savory Swedish sandwich cake, and it’s every bit as fun to eat as it […]
Everyone’s obsessed with Hong Kong–style French toast—and it’s easy to see why. Crisp on the outside, golden all over, and decadently stuffed, it’s the kind of indulgence that takes over your feed for good reason. Hong Kong-style French toast, the cult-favorite cha chaan teng (tea restaurant) treat, has officially gone global. And honestly, I completely […]
A good mocktail should feel just as intentional as a cocktail—and this Meyer lemon one earns its spot in the rotation. The star here is the Meyer lemon, a citrus native to China and widely believed to be a natural cross between a lemon and a mandarin (or possibly a sweet orange). Translation: it’s the […]
Spinach pesto pasta is one of those dishes that feels almost unfair in how easy it is—especially given how good it tastes. It’s firmly in my “weeknight miracle” category, the kind of meal I can make without thinking too hard and still feel like I’ve done something right for myself (and anyone lucky enough to […]
Sometimes you need a meal that is soothing, nourishing, and quietly impressive without trying too hard. At its heart, this miso salmon udon is wonderfully simple. Miso paste brings that deep, savory umami that tastes like it’s been fermenting for days, but in a good way. Coconut milk softens everything, giving the broth a gentle […]
Welcome to my blog Simmer + Sauce. I always thought I was going to be a lawyer, but going to culinary school was one of the best decisions I ever made. I’m a former professional chef from NYC who loves to eat, cook and talk about food. My focus is great food, with solid recipes and reasonable ingredient lists. Cooking should be enjoyable, not stressful. Many of my recipes are family friendly and often on the healthy(ish) side.