There are a few kitchen tasks that I absolutely dread doing: peeling and deveining shrimp, cutting brussels sprouts, trimming sugar snap peas, and peeling fava beans are a few that come to mind. Usually, it’s those menial, repetitive processes that take all day and bore you out of your mind. But, there are also things that
Tips for Better Baking – Cutting Apples (#32)
Tips for Better Baking #32 – Cutting Apples When you need to slice apples for pie or even for a snack, use this easy method. If the recipe calls for the apples to be peeled, start by peeling the apple with a vegetable peeler or a paring knife. Next, cut the apple into quarters by slicing on
Hannah Casey’s Emirati Hummus
Hannah Casey grew up in Ohio but moved to Dubai, UAE after graduating from the Ohio State University. Hannah and I went to Perrysburg High School together and I’ve kept up with her expat adventures and exciting travels through the great photos she posts on social media. I recently reached out to Hannah and asked
Tips for Better Baking – Week Five
Every day in January I am sharing my best Tips for Better Baking. These are tips that have made my kitchen life easier and helped me become a better baker. Follow along on Facebook or check back here each Sunday for a roundup of the week’s tips. If you’re just joining us, be sure to
Tips for Better Baking – Week Four
Every day in January I am sharing my best Tips for Better Baking. These are tips that have made my kitchen life easier and helped me become a better baker. Follow along on Facebook or check back here each Sunday for a roundup of the week’s tips. If you’re just joining us, be sure to
Rice Pudding Around the World – Perrysburg, Ohio
I’m writing a cookbook. I don’t have a book deal yet, or a publisher, or even an agent. All I have is an idea for a book that explores the desserts and pastries of different cultures and cuisines. One of the best ways to discover a place is through its food, or what others have ingeniously
Tips for Better Baking – Week Three
Every day in January I am sharing my best Tips for Better Baking. These are tips that have made my kitchen life easier and helped me become a better baker. Follow along on Facebook or check back here each Sunday for a roundup of the week’s tips. If you’re just joining us, be sure to
Tips for Better Baking – Week Two
Every day in January I am sharing one of my best Tips for Better Baking. These are tips that have made my kitchen life easier and helped me become a better baker. Follow along on Facebook or check back here each Sunday for a roundup of the week’s tips. If you’re just joining us, be sure
Tips for Better Baking – Week One
Every day in January I am sharing some of my best Tips for Better Baking. These are tips that have made my kitchen life easier and helped me become a better baker. Follow along on Facebook or check back here each Sunday for a roundup of the week’s tips. Tips for Better Baking #1 – Use
Retro Pecan Sticky Buns
I like the idea of freshly baked sticky buns on a cold, snowy weekend morning. But, I like the idea much more than the actual work and preparation of making the dough the night before, then waking up early to proof, assemble and bake the sticky pans. That’s a lot of work for a weekend.