I hope you read this blog not just because you want a new recipe but maybe because you look to me for advice in the kitchen. Cooking utensils and gadgets are things I love and I feel they make my life easier. Creating a good meal is a combination of good food and the right […]
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Party Food for the Holidays
You walk in the grocery store. The party is starting in 60 minutes. What do you do besides the standard hummus and crackers and tortilla chips and salsa? There are many options out there and I’m here to help. It’s not to say there’s anything wrong with those dishes; you just might want some variety. […]
No Time to Cook
The other night, we had eaten a late lunch. The kids didn’t eat that much (do Christmas cookies count?). So, around 5:30, I looked in the freezer. Lucky for me, I had just been to Trader Joe’s. I love their spinach lasagna and used to feed it to the kids when they were younger when […]
Birthday Party Ideas for Children
I thought I would try something different for my 3 year old’s birthday party. It was going to be small (just a few children along with the moms) and I didn’t want to spend all morning cooking. I’m always trying to find the balance of making something that tastes good that doesn’t require too much […]
Feeding Children…and a Quick Salad Dressing Recipe
I was talking to a friend today about challenges we face when feeding our children. What they will and won’t eat, how much negotiation there can be, strategies when cooking or dining out, and how to get them to eat vegetables. It’s a constant challenge. Birthday parties, going out, marketing on tv, walking through the […]
My First Home-Cooked Meal
On August 8, at 4:30 pm, I was a happy girl. The gas stove and dishwasher were both installed that day and the kitchen was ready to move back into. I didn’t know what to do first. Pasta? Some type of saute? My husband may beg to differ, but I really have a frugal side. […]
Birthday Cakes
As many mothers say, it seems just like yesterday when your children were born. My youngest turned 2 recently. I have started a tradition to make their birthday cakes. I always think of the cakes as being ‘silly’ but maybe the term should be festive. My mom made my cakes when I was growing up […]
More about the Family Chef
Some of my cooking philosophies… People will tell me they think cooking is hard but the more you make something, the easier it will get. It’s important to learn some basics and be able to know how to make a substitution. Examples are soup, sauces, roasts, and dips. If you have a base recipe, it’s […]