If you've been coming here for a while you might have noticed that I have a thing for homemade crackers. It hardly seems worth the trouble to make them when there are countless very good store-bought options. The best ones command a premium price and they're a nice treat but at the speed my ... Read More
Rosemary-Parmesan Roasted Chickpeas
My neck of the woods is abuzz with anticipation of Super Bowl Sunday--loyal fans eager to see their 49ers play (win?) in just a couple of days. I haven't followed football much since leaving home in my early 20s but I am every bit a fan (my family would disown me otherwise). I may not yell ... Read More
Roasted Butternut Squash Soup
Everyone in the family called her May--her children's shortcut for mommy that, over the years, morphed into what became everyone's nickname for her. She passed away seven years ago after feeling unwell for some time without anyone having a clue. It wasn't until my grandfather found her ... Read More
Mushroom-Tofu Lettuce Wraps
The theme of the week for dinner has been quick and easy. I wouldn't be exaggerating when I say that our meals have taken less than 10 minutes to prepare. It's been stir-fried greens for the last couple of evenings--boring maybe, but it's been my answer for getting dinner on the table with ... Read More
Easy Minestrone Soup
I've just spent the better part of the evening driving back in heavy rain. I spent the day visiting with my family, one long overdue. I always find it funny that my parents shoo me home as soon as it gets dark. "Either you stay the night or you go now", they'll say. After 40 years of being ... Read More
Stuffed Butternut Squash
By 11:30 last night the kitchen was back to pre-party condition, save for a packed refrigerator. Even with my friends taking home some of the leftovers I won't have need to cook for a week. Did I mention I cooked my favorite bolognese ragú with 10 pounds of meat? For 10 people? My fear of ... Read More
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