Living and writing in a circa 1840 New England Farmhouse with three generations of my family
There’s something about a warm jelly doughnut on a Sunday morning that just sets my day off on a hopeful course. I’m not alone in that belief. Just ask the citizens of the world who enjoy filled pastries of one name or another, all of Read More
As a tomato lover, I plant an abundance of basil in our garden each year to pair with our fresh tomatoes. I can never seem to get enough of that flavor combination. The earthy, juicy tomatoes with tender basil leaves that add just the right Read More
Boursin cheese is one of those secret weapon recipes I like to keep on hand at all times. It’s delicious and useful in so many ways. With a Mason jar full of homemade Boursin cheese in the refrigerator, I can pull together yummy afternoon snacks Read More
Can you ever have too many chocolate chip cookie recipes? I hope not, because I have a new one to share with you. I set out to create a chewy, cakey cookie with just the right amount of chocolate and these cookies exceeded my expectations. Read More
Crème brûlée is a recipe that seems so much more complicated than it really is. It’s a mesmerizing combination of smooth, silky custard topped with burnt sugar that shatters when you dig your spoon into it. It seems as if a little magic and a Read More
If you’re looking for an easy way to add flavor and crunch to sandwiches, salads, and burgers, these quick pickled red onion slices are your ace in the hole. They’re simple to make and so flavorful.
I have been making this recipe for Pasta with Sausage and Swiss Chard for so long that it predates us living in the farmhouse. It has always been a favorite of mine and I never tire of this combination of flavors and textures.
Until recently, I wasn’t a huge fan of deviled eggs. I liked them well enough, but didn’t love them. I much preferred hard boiled eggs turned into egg salad or eggs cooked by poaching or to runny perfection sunny side up in my cast iron Read More
This cucumber salad combines the refreshing flavor of cucumbers with the creaminess of buttermilk and flavor of fresh dill.
During the summer months, we try to grow, harvest, preserve, and eat the best of what is in season here in New England. Summer is such a short season here that there isn’t a moment to waste, so it’s a very busy time. Summer flavors Read More
I started making this warm Dijon potato salad last summer. Since then, it has become a common side dish on our dinner plates. It’s so simple to prepare and full of delicious flavors and textures. It makes the perfect accompaniment for burgers, grilled meats, or Read More
I was born and raised in barbecue country. I called Kansas City home for more than thirty years before moving to New England. In Kansas City, you can throw a stone and find four delicious barbecue joints. Each one has a specialty, a dish that Read More