Category Archives: Food

I’m around; I’ve just been very busy. There’s a lot going on right now, but it’s been good. I’ve also been keeping with my new cooking commitment — if you mosey on over to Amateurs with Knives, you’ll see two … Continue reading →

A few months ago, I bought an America’s Test Kitchen cookbook for my mom, called Light & Healthy 2010. And then I thought I should put my money where my mouth is and buy a copy for myself. So I … Continue reading →

A great man once said, “It is finished.” Of course, He was talking about ending a relationship with God that was based on works and, by being obedient to God and giving Himself as the perfect sacrifice for all mankind, … Continue reading →

That’s right, it’s another Cook’s Illustrated. I love banana bread and I wish Tom did, too. But that’s okay, more for me! I made this a few months ago and loved the extreme banana flavor and moistness of the bread. … Continue reading →

As you know, I am practically joined at the hip with America’s Test Kitchen’s brand Cook’s Illustrated. Never before have I used a cookbook more than I do with their brilliant Best 30 Minute Recipe. Not to beat a dead … Continue reading →

This past weekend I decided to bake some brownies for Tom. He loves them. Me, on the other hand… well, I’m not too big on them. I just don’t find brownies all that special. They’re little chocolate squares that are … Continue reading →

A few months ago, the girls at church had a Dessert & Movie night. Special events like these give me ample opportunities to try out new recipes. Sometimes it works out and I end up with a wildly successful morsel, … Continue reading →

Prepping for my Saturday Sabbath is a big deal. Not only am I preparing breakfast and finishing up chores, I have to make a meal that will serve as leftovers for lunch and dinner the next day — I’m not … Continue reading →

Sabbath rest Saturdays have become a new tradition for me. One day a week, I have a “me” day. No chores get done. No work gets done. No cooking is done, either. I sleep in. Sometimes I even take a … Continue reading →

At the time, I had no idea who James Beard was. I just liked pasta and cheap cookbooks, and his was on a closeout shelf at a bookstore. I bought the book for just a few bucks and stuck it … Continue reading →