I understand the lure of instant mashed potatoes. You want comfort and you want it now. According to Wisegeek.com, a Canadian scientist developed instant mashed back in 1962. Nutritionally … Continue reading » about Real Mashed Potatoes vs. Instant
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Holiday Cooking
Roast Turkey Breast with No-Fuss Gravy
With so many people opting for smaller holiday meals this year, I wanted to share my foolproof method of roasting a turkey breast. I rarely roast a whole turkey. I usually break my turkeys down … Continue reading » about Roast Turkey Breast with No-Fuss Gravy
How to host a small Thanksgiving
Q. I normally fly home for Thanksgiving for a big dinner. This year, I am staying put, so it will just be me and two close friends in my “pod.” I love the traditional dinner, but a whole turkey with … Continue reading » about How to host a small Thanksgiving
Kat’s Turkey FAQ
That's me, age four, stuffing a turkey. I've been doing this holiday dinner thing a long time. So much information exists on the humble turkey, a curiously popular bird. Here are simple answers to … Continue reading » about Kat’s Turkey FAQ
19 Ideas for Thanksgiving Leftovers
Kentucky Hot Browns: a masterful use of holiday leftovers Personally, I think leftovers are the best part of any holiday dinner. When I go shopping for the main meal, I think ahead to what I'll do … Continue reading » about 19 Ideas for Thanksgiving Leftovers
Thanksgiving Guide Pandemic Style
Every year I polish up my Thanksgiving guide with all the usual fare, from a primer on turkeys to what to do with leftovers. Bu this is not a usual year. How do you celebrate and be thankful in the … Continue reading » about Thanksgiving Guide Pandemic Style
Recipe: Perfect Mashed Potatoes
Such a simple thing -- throw some potatoes into a pot, then mash them up, but there's more to creamy mashed potatoes than that. I tend to make mashed potatoes a day ahead of a big family dinner and … Continue reading » about Recipe: Perfect Mashed Potatoes
Hungry for Words Podcast
Season 2 Episode 2: Michael Harlan Turkel
Like a lot of people, I thought there were limited "flavors" of vinegar: white wine, red wine, apple cider, balsamic and white distilled. The latter I used for household cleaning or to put in our HVAC … Listen to the Podcast » about Season 2 Episode 2: Michael Harlan Turkel
Season 2: Ep 1 – Alana Chernilla
Alana at home Before you listen to this podcast, please know I have a confession. I have long been a fan of Eating from the Ground Up, the no-nonsense love-your-garden blog by Alana Chernilla. I … Listen to the Podcast » about Season 2: Ep 1 – Alana Chernilla
Cooking on a budget
Recipe: Risotto 101
Question: I am looking for good, super flexible budget-friendly things to cook while sheltering at home. A friend mentioned risotto. My store was sold out of the usual rice to make it. Can I make it … Continue reading » about Recipe: Risotto 101
Recipe: Pasta with olives, tomatoes and tuna
This is a cheap and easy meal to craft from pantry staples. The tuna bumps up the protein quotient, but it's optional. You can use fresh or canned tomatoes, but if you use the latter, be sure to drain … Continue reading » about Recipe: Pasta with olives, tomatoes and tuna
