Serving Up Small Batch Happiness
Slow cooked garden fresh tomatoes and a small handful of ingredients come together to make a marinara worthy of any summer celebration. With time, this easy recipe becomes a little sweet, a little rich and a whole lot of delicious. It is a versatile sauce that you can use on your favorite pasta or Italian dish.
Corn Cob Jelly is an old Eastern Shore recipe that likely dates back to the early 20th Century. It is a great way to use something normally thrown away (cobs). It makes a great appetizer when paired with cheese. It would also be a fantastic glaze for pork.
Mango Chutney is the quintessential Indian condiment. It is used to balance dishes or highlight a flavor profile. While it is delicious with your Indian dinner, it also is great addition to charcuterie boards or holiday hors d’oeuvres.
I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE hummus. I joke, but there is truth in the fact that I could put it on almost anything. And I mean anything. I eat it at breakfast, lunch and dinner. There is just something about the garlicky acidity that appeals to my taste buds. So to […]
What is it about Fall that makes us crave our favorite comfort foods? The weather here in Oregon really didn’t change dramatically on the first day of autumn. Yet, just the same I found myself craving some slow cooked goodness–which for me, usually involves carbs. After giving it some thought, […]
I'm a professional photographer and storyteller based in Portland, Oregon. I'm also a globetrotting foodie and culinary explorer. I'm obsessed with bold seasonings and take pride in my ever-growing spice collection. As a self-taught home chef/baker, I occasionally share the kitchen with two amazing sous chefs (my husband and young daughter). When I'm not behind the camera, you'll find me planning my next flavor adventure, whether it be on the road or in my kitchen.