Seasonal recipes for today's kitchen
As the weather starts heating up, I find myself dreaming of colorful tablecloths and picnic tables. The park beckons us to enjoy its green, lush landscape under a sky full of clouds. I also start looking for dishes that can be cooked ahead of time–Read more
When friends gather for a Mexican meal, it’s fun to offer homemade margaritas during the cocktail hour. Serving margaritas after dinner—in dessert form–makes for a festive ending to the meal. A cooling dish that combines a sign of spring—strawberries—with a ritual of summertime—margaritas—is a great way to–Read more
Having a few overripe bananas on hand prompted me to look through my trusty recipe box for the card detailing how to make Banana Bran Muffins. When I put the card on the kitchen counter, Chuck asked, “Are you going to use that to follow the–Read more
I am frequently searching for new dishes to serve alongside a protein or at the center of a vegetarian meal. Squashes can be interesting alternatives to potatoes, rice, and various grains. This recipe for baked spaghetti squash uses a small number of ingredients to help–Read more
Lately I have been entranced with the cuisine of the British Isles, thanks to conversations about cooking with my friend Iris. While many people jump to the stereotype that Great Britain offers only tasteless food, the nation boasts lots of folks who are cooking great dishes–Read more
Spring is officially here, and I have a dish to help welcome it into your home. To go along with the emerging buds on the trees and flowers in the garden, you can cook something new. Crepes do not make frequent appearances on dessert menus, and that makes–Read more