#aspenleger

"...I hope you find someone you can't live without. I really do. And I hope you never have to know what it's like to have to try and live without them." -  America Singer to Maxon Schreave

“It seemed unreasonable to limit everyone’s life choices based on your ancestors’ ability to help the government, but that was how it all worked out.” - America Singer about the government from Illéa

"No, I'm not choosing him or you. I'm choosing me." - America Singer to Aspen Leger

"In public? You thought...for heaven's sake. I'm a gentleman!" — Maxon Schreave to America Singer

"If you don't want me to be in love with you, you're going to have to stop looking so lovely... I'm not kidding. You're too beautiful for your own good." — Maxon Schreave to America Singer

« could have happened » couples of the selection🤧

Celeste and Aspen | Madison Beer and Laurence Coke

Kriss and Maxon | Tashi Rodriguez and Evan Roderick

Eadlyn and Henri | Lucas Lynggaard Tønnesen

Celeste and Maxon | Madison Beer and Max Irons

Kile and Eadlyn

The Penny Jar Mac & Cheese🪙🧀❤️

Forget "Tupperware Purgatory" and giant, baked trays of rubbery leftovers! Inspired by the humble jar of pennies Aspen gave America in The One, we wanted a mac and cheese that felt like a special treasure – perfectly golden, intensely flavorful, and meant to be cherished in one glorious sitting.

This isn't your grandma's heavy mac. We're skipping the clumpy roux and embracing the "Penny Emulsion" method. By using the starchy pasta water and sharp cheddar, we create a velvety, light sauce that coats every single orecchiette "penny" like liquid gold.

And the secret to a royal touch on a budget? Gilding your crumbs! A simple slice of bread becomes a crunchy, copper-colored crown, adding a texture that elevates this simple dish to a palace feast.

The Royal Briefing:

Prep time: 5 minutes

Cook time: 15 minutes

Serves: 2 (Perfect for a final, cozy evening)

Budget Level: Under $7.00 – A truly golden meal doesn't need a king's ransom.

The Secret: Orecchiette pasta for those adorable "pennies."

The Pairing: This dish is best enjoyed while reflecting on the journey to The One. The orecchiette represent the small, heartfelt sacrifices of America's past, while the rich, golden cheese sauce symbolizes the crown she ultimately accepts. It’s comfort food with a royal heart.