We loved this barbecue sauce. I’ll make it again and again, I’m sure. It’s tangy and thick, and the cherry flavor comes through nicely. I made this for my husband’s birthday, so I was relieved it was so good. It also fits into my mission to cook from every cookbook I own; … View Post
Norma’s Ham Loaf
Every now and then, someone who sees the wall of cookbook-filled shelves in our kitchen asks if I’ve made something from each book. Sometimes it’s asked in a state of wonder. Sometimes it sounds more judgmental, like why do I have all of these if I don’t use them? No, I haven’t cooked from each book. … View Post
Hoosier Pork Spare Rib and Sweet Potato Stew
Spanish Tortilla and Romesco Sauce
It had been on my mind for years to make a Spanish tortilla, which is nothing like the tortillas familiar to most Americans. It’s basically a frittata that features potatoes. The spuds earned it a place on this year’s Thanksgiving menu. The nephew who requested a bacon-themed Thanksgiving five years ago, before he entered the Marines, … View Post
Chicken Sausage, Mushroom and Cheese Frittata
I usually have at least a few cookbooks out from the library. They inspire me, entertain me and provide me with a stockpile of recipes to try. Checking out new cookbooks is also a good way to keep up with food trends. You’d think I’d have enough recipes by now, but I can’t seem … View Post
