I can definitely say my family was not disappointed when they heard that a second cookbook was in the works. To them, it meant more food on the table, and even better, more dessert. So, first and foremost, thank you to Chip and the kids for being my biggest cheerleaders and most honest taste testers.
When it came time to build out a second book of recipes, the phrase “it takes a village” never felt more true, and I’m so grateful to everyone who helped bring this book to life.
Thank you to my home team at Magnolia.
To our team of recipe developers and all-around food experts: Becki Shepherd, Jamie Flanagan, Nicole McDuffie, and Holly Robb.
To the editorial team: Alissa Neely, Kelsie Monsen, Billy Jack Brawner, and Whitney Kaufhold. And to Kaila Luna, thank you for helping me articulate my thoughts and share my heart on these pages.
To those who kept us on track and pitched in for everything in between: Heidi Spring, Danielle Jackson, Becca Flannery, and Allison McGrane.
Thank you to the talented people who brought so much beauty to each page, through photography, styling, illustrations, and content: Amy Neunsinger, Frances Boswell, Kate Martindale, Andre Junget, and Shelli McConnell.
Thank you to Allison Lowery, Katie Barreira, and the amazing team at Meredith Publishing for helping us get all the recipes across the finish line.
Thank you to Cassie Jones and the team at William Morrow/HarperCollins for your dedication and willingness to go above and beyond each step of the way.
And to all of you who have made my family’s favorite meals a part of the fabric of your own families. Thank you for showing me what a gift it is to share and exchange stories and traditions around the table.
