Cheeseburger Skulls

Cheeseburger Skulls with juicy beef and cheddar in crescent dough

Cheeseburger Skulls always take me back to Austin block parties where playful, spooky bites made everyone grin, and this cheeseburger idea became my go-to for October dinners and parties alike.

Ghoul-gheroni and Cheese

Ghoul-gheroni and Cheese with mozzarella ghosts and olive eyes

Ghoul-gheroni and Cheese began as a cheeky Halloween riff on my favorite stovetop mac, turning a cozy bowl into a ghoulish grin with mozzarella “ghosts.” Ghoul-gheroni and Cheese keeps everything

Ghostly Lasagna

Ghostly Lasagna with mozzarella ghosts and olive eyes

Ghostly Lasagna became a Halloween tradition during Austin block parties when neighbors lined up for bubbling pans crowned with mozzarella “ghosts.” Ghostly Lasagna isn’t just cozy; it’s playful, with ricotta

Air Fryer Turkey Meatballs

Air Fryer Turkey Meatballs juicy and golden with marinara

Air Fryer Turkey Meatballs take me right back to Austin nights when I’d test new twists on classics for friends who didn’t mind being taste-testers. Air Fryer Turkey Meatballs felt

Creamy Apple Walnut Chicken Salad

Creamy Apple Walnut Chicken Salad close-up with apples and walnuts

Creamy Apple Walnut Chicken Salad takes me straight back to Austin weekends when I’d raid the farmers’ market for crisp apples and fragrant herbs, then hurry home to toss together

Slow Cooker Chicken Pot Pie

Slow Cooker Chicken Pot Pie with creamy filling and biscuit

Slow Cooker Chicken Pot Pie became a cozy ritual during my Austin market days, when I’d toss everything into the crock before sunrise and come home to creamy, herb-scented comfort.

Mozzarella Stuffed Turkey Meatballs

Mozzarella Stuffed Turkey Meatballs with gooey mozzarella center

Mozzarella Stuffed Turkey Meatballs always bring me back to cozy nights in Austin when I’d test bold twists on comfort food after work, chasing that perfect cheese pull. I remember

Chicken Enchiladas

Chicken Enchiladas with red sauce and melted cheese

Chicken Enchiladas take me right back to Austin evenings when the scent of warm tortillas and red sauce drifted through neighborhood patios, calling everyone to the table. Chicken Enchiladas were

Easy Oven Baked Chipotle BBQ Ribs

Easy Oven Baked Chipotle BBQ Ribs with glossy chipotle glaze

Easy Oven Baked Chipotle BBQ Ribs became a weeknight ritual during Austin summers when the smoky kick of chipotle met the slow, tender magic of low-and-slow oven heat. I’d rub

Walking Taco Casserole with Fritos

Walking Taco Casserole with Fritos topped with lettuce and jalapeños

Walking Taco Casserole with Fritos instantly transports this Austin chef back to casual backyard hangs where crunchy corn chips, smoky beef, and zesty toppings disappeared faster than the sunset. Walking

Slow Cooker Beef Ragu

Slow Cooker Beef Ragu over pappardelle with Parmesan

Slow Cooker Beef Ragu saved long days in Austin when comfort met convenience in the coziest way. Early mornings, a quick sear, soffritto, and a splash of red wine would