“An idealist is one who, on noticing that a rose smells better than a cabbage, concludes that it makes a better soup.” H.L. Mencken, "A Book of Burlesques" Dinnertime can get pretty boring if you don't try new things now and then. Go ahead, do it. Mash up a rutabaga as a side instead of… Continue reading Edamame salad
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Hot mess or hot opportunity?
“Everyone thinks of changing the world, but no one thinks of changing himself.” Leo Tolstoy, Russian novelist The view from our kitchen window is different than it has ever been in the 12 years we have lived in this very old house. It's also different from outside the house, which is located on a busy… Continue reading Hot mess or hot opportunity?
Money-in-the-bank potatoes
“Look at that moon. Potato weather for sure.” Thornton Wilder, "Our Town" Dinner time seems to be under attack. Warm potatoes. Peppery flakes. Mmmmm. It is amazing how many events we attend throughout the year that devour the hours of 6-8 p.m. A super-late dinner may work in some places in the world, but it… Continue reading Money-in-the-bank potatoes
2 books that cozy up to fall
"He packs wool sheared in April, honey in combs, linen, leather tanned from deerhide, and vinegar in a barrel hooped by hand at the forge’s fire." American poet Donald Hall, Ox-Cart Man This book has a permanent place in our collection. There are a handful of books that have a permanent presence in my life.… Continue reading 2 books that cozy up to fall
Build-a-salad
“Eating crappy food isn't a reward -- it's a punishment.” Drew Carey, American comedian Real, whole food. So easy. So pretty. So nourishing to body and soul. When it was just my husband and I, and we were both working more than full time, it was tough to get dinner on the table. By the… Continue reading Build-a-salad
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