Oi, Gente! We're officially in that part of winter where it's just... cold and gross... ugh... But that's when Brazilian stews really shine. They're warming, comforting, and exactly what January needs. Here are two I've been thinking about this week: Ensopado de Frango This Brazilian Chicken Stew is super simple, super comforting, and no fancy ingredients required. It's chicken thighs and drumsticks in a luscious broth with potatoes and veggies. One pot, minimal fuss, and the leftovers are...

Oi, Gente! It's soup season, and since you're a regular here, I know you've got some leftover beans in your freezer. Right? RIGHT? 👀 And if you don't... here's your sign to really turn having beans on hand into a weekly, or bi-weekly habit. It helps so much. Making a pot of beans is one of the steps in my "1-hour weekly prep" (you can watch the video with my "meal prep" strategy here). I love it because, when you've got beans ready to go, weeknight soups like these come together fast. Here's...

Oi, Gente! Happy New Year! ✨ January usually has me setting up those good intentions that come with a fresh start, like... eating better, saving money, cooking simpler things to ease me back into a routine. So this week I want to share with you my go-to recipes that are actually worth keeping in your rotation if those are your goals, too. They're the kind of recipes that make weeknight cooking easier, less expensive and more flavorful. Big Batch Vegetable Proteins My go-to meatless proteins...