My birthday was in February. It was a round number year so I thought about a party. But a party in February–we’d all be inside and at the mercy of the weather. A July BBQ was a much better idea. I started … Continue reading
Lately, I’ve been enjoying using up leftovers. Granted, good leftovers require some good dinners as starting points, but that is OK, too. It’s just that after a week of Hannah and her girls and Sarah’s sister Anne, we have a … Continue reading
Given the number of children and grandchildren in my life, you’d think at least one would be interested in cooking. But no. Each one has a passing interest that quickly fades. Perhaps it’s my teaching style. Hopefully not. Anyway, when … Continue reading
Charlotte’s Macaroni and Cheese 1 lb pasta – elbow macaroni, campanelle, cellentani, or other interesting shape that will hold sauce 1 lb extra sharp cheddar cheese 3 TBS flour (that’s tablespoon. Teaspoons are abbreviated tsp, but you knew that, right?) … Continue reading
Roast vegetable season, at least oven roasted, is nearing an end. Once I clean the grill and check the propane, grilled vegetables will begin with roast asparagus. (Gas, I know, but during the week it is incredibly convenient.) However good … Continue reading
I was going to talk about last’s week’s rain and floods but after the disaster in Japan they are quite beside the point. So, I will simply note that it’s been warm and relatively dry. We have snow irises peeking … Continue reading
The essence of this recipe is to stir the eggs with a clove of garlic skewered on a fork. It imparts a hint of garlic that obviates the need for bacon or any other meat, although that never stops Sarah … Continue reading