Some things are life changing. And so it was for me with this Lemon Curd. Before, I had always made lemon curd on the stove. Hoping that I would not turn my (...)
Call this post counter-programming if you must. But with temperatures plummeting, I needed warm comfort food, not more cookies. While I love traditional beef (...)
This Baked Cauliflower Macaroni and Cheese is my new obsession for five reasons. First, it does not require pre-cooking the macaroni or heating the liquid. A (...)
Why get an air fryer if you have a convection oven and a cookie sheet/wire rack? The latter is supposed to be an alternative to an air fryer. But I’ve tried (...)
Sparkling Lemon Mint Mocktail is a perfect way to cool down on a hot day or evening. Using fresh fruit and mint, plus bitters to “wake up” the mocktail, makes (...)
I got this Passover Walnut Cake recipe from my mom decades ago. It has languished in my “Jewish holiday” recipe folder. Written on small yellowing sheets from (...)
I love to make “mitzvah meals and snacks.” In other words, using what I have on hand, and not letting food go to waste. Besides making me feel good (and (...)
I'm no fan of green cupcakes or green beer. And the only green eggs I like are the Dr. Seuss kind - in a book. I prefer my corned beef without cabbage and (...)
If you’re reading this post, you’re likely already sold on the notion that home cooking beats take-out. But this is 2024, so you’re also likely pressed for (...)
I’m a chocoholic. And like anyone with a sweet tooth, Valentine’s Day brings up thoughts of candy. But I’m trying to cook and eat healthier foods. So I present (...)
I have good intentions to use what is in the fridge/freezer. Really I do. This Easy Weeknight Ramen recipe is perfect for people like me. Especially good on a (...)
Food-wise, the Chanukah holiday is mostly about oil: fried latkes, deep-fried doughnuts, even olive oil cookies. But there comes a time when you have to steer (...)
As I geared up for Thanksgiving dinner, my thoughts turn to refrigerator space. It’s at a premium, to put it mildly. The more ingredients and completed dishes (...)
As we head into major sweet season, I crave low-fat, veggie and grain dishes. This Farro and Brussels Sprouts with Apple dish answers my cravings big time. And (...)
When my “go to” dishes get boring, I love to experiment with spices. But not just one spice at a time. Instead, I typically head to my favorite types of spice (...)
Simple Peach Tomato Basil Salad was the happy result of my CSA (community supported agriculture) bounty. This month, my most flavorful peaches and tomatoes are (...)
This chilled cucumber yogurt soup was the result of a happy coincidence. I wrote this post years ago, but the soup is now a favorite of mine during cucumber (...)
After a marvelous ramen meal at a DC restaurant I had a disappointing dessert. The starters, ramen, and noodle dishes were all delicious. The miso butter creme (...)
I invited my friend Sonia, party planner extraordinaire, to do this guest post. Her confidence-boosting and sensible tips are a fabulous starting point for (...)
This Easy Cheesy Loaded Cornbread is truly addictive. It is basically savory, but with that touch of sweetness that keeps you coming back for more. And it’s (...)
