Category Archives: cooking

Since gravy is an essential part of Thanksgiving at my house (and probably at yours too), I thought it deserved its own post. Helen is a favorite of mine, and this is interesting. Her videos about stock are legendary!

This is something I made a long time ago, but with beef. Maybe it’s time to bring it back! This week Eva’s dad – who is visiting from Italy – assists in the kitchen. Her parents traveled from their village … Continue reading →

Brian is back with another great recipe.

Perfect dishes for cool autumn weather! Quattro Formaggi, or “Four Cheeses,” is a classic Italian flavor combination that pairs (you guessed it) four different cheeses into the perfect blend of cheesy goodness. But which cheeses should you use? And what … Continue reading →

Brian’s back with another good one. I can see making this over the holidays when the family is visiting! What do you think of the optional take on the pizza?

Most of you probably are skilled cooked, but just in case . . .

One of my favorite chefs, cooking one of my favorite foods – several ways. Which do you think would be your favorite? By the way, last Thanksgiving I tried a new way to do make-ahead mashed potatoes. Mine have, in … Continue reading →

If you don’t already, you should. What you make is usually far superior (and more healthy, without strange-sounding additives) than anything you can buy in a bottle. I’ll share a couple of videos that I found (and have used recipes … Continue reading →