I threw my back out last week, so this episode isn't the one I thought I'd make. I planned to talk about creative pivots and following new sparks of inspiration, but instead I found myself needing something simpler. Walks. Water. Rest. It turns out those basics can be their own kind of inspiration because they remind you what support really looks like.

This week I talk with Jenni Field of Pastry Chef Online. Jenni's been spending more time painting than baking, and her shift toward art feels like a reminder that listening to yourself matters, whether you're chasing a new idea or just trying to feel better in your body. We get into how interests evolve, why it's okay to follow the pull toward something different, and how small steps can spark momentum again.

If you're craving creativity or care or both, this conversation meets you right in that overlap.

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The layered pistachio pudding dessert that Jenni and I talk about.

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The great taste of pizza with pepperoni and mushrooms, but stuffed into a healthy bell pepper. It’s a whole new twist on pizza night! Recipe: Pizza Stuffed Peppers from TheCookful.

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Want juicy, evenly-cooked Instant Pot drumsticks? Leave the skin on, even if you’ll take it off before serving, and stand them up while they cook. I’ll explain why below! Recipe: Instant Pot Chicken Drumsticks from TheCookful.

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Forget everything you thought you knew about frying potatoes! Beth Lee is here with smart, doable tricks for making perfectly crispy latkes just in time for Hanukkah.

This week, I kick things off with a summary of my recent trip to Miami (the sun, the food, and the fun), and then I sit down with Beth Lee @omgyummy, creator of OMGYummy.com and author of The Essential Jewish Baking Cookbook. Beth shares her go-to techniques for achieving golden, lacy-edged latkes, and even a surprising simplification of the process that makes life so much easier!

Beth also tells us about a sweet and savory dinner recipe that goes perfectly with latkes. Don't miss it!

🔗 You can find Beth’s recipes and tips at OMGYummy.com, and follow her on Instagram @omgyummy and on Substack for more Hanukkah inspiration.

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Want lasagna without the giant pan or endless prep? This small-batch version bakes right in a loaf pan, no noodles or sauce to cook first. Mix, layer, and pop it in the oven for a cozy, low-effort dinner for two. Recipe: Lasagna for Two from TheCookful.

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Juicy pork chops. Spicy, creamy onion gravy. These smothered pork chops are Southern comfort in 35 minutes. Recipe: Smothered Pork Chops from COOKtheSTORY.

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This classic mulled wine makes your house smell like Christmas. It’s made the traditional British way but with a peppery twist. It’s so festive and cozy! Recipe: Mulled Wine Sangria from COOKtheSTORY.

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