Spring has sprung and, though crocuses are blooming and trees are beginning to bud, there’s still a chill in the air. This magnificent soup/stew bridges that seasonal gap as we shift from hearty comfort food to the lighter fare we… Continue reading…
by the bayou
Happy Mardi Gras, y’all! We’re celebrating the New Orleanian way by cooking up some Cajun. This year, I’m making a batch of one my husband’s favorite Louisiana specialties and it’s about time, too. Frankly, I’ve always been a little intimidated… Continue reading…
holiday homage
Here come the holidays–that time of year when we break out the special recipes, designed to feed many and impress all. My family celebrates Chanukah, but there’s one Italian holiday tradition that has always fascinated me and appealed to… Continue reading…