Friends, the world has completely changed since my last post. I’ve been trying to navigate this new temporary normal with my family as I know you are with yours. My daughter has been using my laptop most days for school. We just got a loaner from the school for her, so I might be able …
The weather is beautiful at my house. We spend all day outside, or at least it feels like it. It’s the perfect weather to start grilling. My biggest menu planning failure is planning side dishes. I think as far as “grilled chicken” and MAYBE a starch, like potatoes or rice. But vegetables? I often just …
Do you have recipe pet peeves? If you do, I’d love to hear them in the comments. I have a few. I don’t love when something is listed in a smaller unit of measurement than necessary (don’t say 4 tablespoons, say ¼ cup, for example). I prefer when something says the whole amount need in …
I once read on a food blog that casseroles are ugly. Most of the time, I’d agree. This casserole breaks that mold. It is almost as nice to look at as it tastes. The colors are perfect for this time of year, too. If you have carnivores in your crowd, don’t be scared of this meat …
A few years ago, I received both volumes of Julia Child’s Mastering the Art of French Cooking. Honestly, most of my attempts to make recipes from them have not been huge successes. Even the infamous potage parmentier did not turn out very well. This gratin recipe – essentially a crustless quiche – is the exception …
My eating mood goes in phases. Lately, I’m in a carb mood. Especially carbs that don’t require me to turn on my oven. I’m also in the mood for dinners that are quick and easy, since my daughter has recently decided she needs to be held constantly about the time to cook dinner. This pasta …
