My dad was a meat and potatoes kind of guy—and the meat and potatoes could not be combined into a soup or stew. My childhood dinners and food memories could fit into the divided compartments on those ridged plates. Does that sound like anyone you know? It certainly was not the fare of famed chef Julia Child. [Read more…]
Super Bowl Sunday. It is a top party day and it seems everyone I know loves to gather by the TV, graze on fun foods and enjoy friends and family. A few even watch the football game. [Read more…]
Christmas and New Year’s came (what joy!) and went. The busy holiday season was behind me and I was craving vegetables and simpler meals. One Polar Vortex blew by and a second is on the way, so the cold wind is howling something fierce. How can I have vegetables in this weather? And our cookbook deadline is looming. I need easy, warm and comforting. [Read more…]
Let’s toast the New Year! Here is to you and all that 2014 will bring to you and your loved ones! Thank you for sharing this last year with us and we look forward to sharing lots of recipes, food tips and family stories with you next year!
Are friends coming to your house to ring in the New Year? Or, maybe you are going to theirs? It seems so many of us avoid the restaurant or bar scene and instead, choose casual and friendly gatherings. No matter which house or who is coming, great, easy, make-ahead foods are on the menu. [Read more…]
We love holidays. Can you tell? We have shared stories of our family traditions and favorite recipes for cookies and breakfasts! Food is always center stage at our houses and nothing makes us happier than to share those recipes with family, friends, and you! Now, how about an easy, scrumptious appetizer that is perfect for all of your holiday gatherings? [Read more…]
