In the spring and summer, my definition of comfort foods dramatically varies from the heavier stews and soups I prefer in the colder months. I tend to gravitate towards lighter dishes and foods with Mediterranean influences. When the weather warms up, my ultimate comfort classic for lunchtime or late night snacking is hummus. Over the […]
While there are certainly times that call for the salted stuff, there are several great benefits to using unsalted butter. The unsalted variety is richer and bigger-bodied than its salted counterpart. It doesn’t contain any salt is made from sweet, pure, and natural cream. Here are four of the best reasons to cook with unsalted […]
There are some movies that grab you immediately, despite the fact that you inevitably know there will be heart-wrenching moments, you also know there will be joy in simply revealing our very “humanness.” I know I will be richer for watching the film and can guess that I will not leave the theater unchanged by […]
In our family, life is centered around the kitchen. It’s our central hub of activity as crops are brought in from the garden, herbs are dried on the windowsill and daily joys and pitfalls are discussed fervently while culinary creations take shape for suppertime. J.R.R. Tolkien once said, “If more of us valued food and […]
Cast iron is generally my preferred choice of cookware for meal time, but it’s also quite handy to use for whipping up a tasty dessert. Chocolate brownies are a fovorite go-to, they turn out chewy with a nice crust around the edges thanks to the cast iron skillet. Give it a try, you’ll love the […]
Memorial Day is nearly here, marking the start of picnic and barbecue gatherings around the U.S. For large gatherings, having a signature punch on hand is always a treat for guests but also for the host, too, as it offers hands-free entertaining once prepared. Just prep, serve and you’re done bar-tending for the day! Our […]
When it comes to eco-friendly container gardens, Kokedama has it wrapped up! This traditional Japanese art form that uses moss as the container is a great way to bring the spirit of the outdoor environment inside. A lovely addition to any kitchen herb garden, Kokedama may look complex but is actually accomplished in a […]
When I was little, my older sister had a Sleeping Beauty castle play set. I was fascinated with the drawbridge and inner rooms, but what captivated me the most was not the princess or the fairies, it was the dark, foreboding and rather cool looking witch-like character and her dragon. Even then, I guess I […]
Almost summertime, bring on the barbecue! As a Stubb’s Insider, I’m delighted to have the chance to dish up something new and hope you enjoy our favorite barbecue biscuit burgers. We finally have warmer temps in Kentucky, but the heavy rains keep dampening our barbecue picnic plans. My kids, however, have been clamoring for some […]
