Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day the easy way

#Middlebury #StPatrick’sDay #Potatoes My first love is culinary history. Researching, reading and writing about the history of food and recipes is what fuels my passion to share ... Continue Reading →

Hope for the best; prepare for the worst

#Middlebury #EmergencyPantry I live in Texas, in an area that has been hit recently with a massive power-grid failure, freezing temperatures, icy roads, frozen pipes, water pressure ... Continue Reading →

Casseroles are one-dish wonders

#Middlebury #Casseroles I was looking for a baking pan in the back of a cupboard and inadvertently discovered I have quite a collection of casserole dishes. I started thinking about ... Continue Reading →

I heart Valentine’s Day

#Middlebury #ValentinesDay Is chocolate a guilty treat or a great-tasting, heart-healthy indulgence? Do you use chocolate to boost your mood, or reserve it for special celebrations? ... Continue Reading →

Mediterranean diet stands the test of time

#Middlebury #MediterraneanDiet The Mediterranean diet is in the news again, not only because it’s the start of a new year, but also because it was named as one of the most popular ... Continue Reading →

Soupify your supper

#Middlebury January is National Soup Month, and I’ve been busy making homemade chicken stock in my slow cooker and using the flavorful broth as a base for several belly-warming ... Continue Reading →

Diet can help you avoid the common cold

#Middlebury Like many others, I try different methods to avoid catching a cold or flu during the winter months. Despite my best efforts, I often get a little “under the weather” ... Continue Reading →

Take eggs beyond breakfast

#Middlebury #Eggs Breakfast is my favorite meal of the day, and eggs are one of my favorite ingredients any time of the day! Eggs are a great way to start your day because they’re ... Continue Reading →

Resolve to shake up your breakfast routine

#Middlebury #Breakfast Every year, the most popular resolutions are: “Exercise to get in shape,” “Diet to lose weight,” “Save money” and “Eat healthier in general.” ... Continue Reading →

Know your stress-busting foods

#Middlebury #Stress A few years ago, Dr. Mehmet Oz asked me to create a recipe containing foods that help to naturally reduce stress and to do a cooking demo on “The Dr. Oz Show.” ... Continue Reading →