I remember getting my first cookbook. I was 8 years old and already in love with cooking. I’ve talked before about how influential my mother and grandmother were when it comes to my love of recipes and cooking, but that first little cookbook was unique to me, and I tried every dish in that book.
I couldn’t wait to see the reactions as...
It is the unexpected things in life that are the most wonderful.
Of course, that isn’t always the case, like the time I surprised my husband in the store by sneaking up on him and swatting him on the butt. It would have been great, if was actually my husband. (Seriously, how many guys with a baseball cap and wearing a green flannel...
I love pastry. The flaky, sweet and buttery flavors can’t be beat. However, baking these delights is a whole other story. The measuring, rolling out the dough, and precise measuring are things I would rather do without -- and I’ve found the perfect way to get around it.
My streusel is everything that is wonderful about pastry, but...
If you live in Idaho, there is rarely a meal that doesn’t have meat and potatoes. It is kind of un-American if we don’t.
Tofu is a swear word and corn is considered the vegetable of choice.
However, I grew up in a family that tried and loved all kinds of foods. Our family meals were well-rounded and still usually included meat,...
If you research “leftover turkey recipes” on the internet, you’ll find literally hundreds of different dishes, from traditional favorites like turkey casseroles to more unique dishes like turkey pizza. It is one of the most enjoyable times of the year for me, because I love all the different creations using turkey and often wonder why I don’t...
