As I mentioned briefly in yesterday’s post, I received an Instant Pot for Christmas from my sister Erin. It does almost everything, and in jig time. The secret is, it’s a programmable pressure cooker. Which means you can use a little moisture or a lot, and Sauté, Roast, Simmer or whatever, depending on the settings…Read More →
It’s the day after… And the fridge is full of Christmas Dinner leftovers. What’s a totally exhausted, uninspired family cook to do? The answer is simpler than you think. I’ve got some great ideas to make that leftover Turkey and Stuffing disappear faster than you can say, “Oh, no! Not again!”…Read More →
I always have a lot to do Christmas Eve, making ahead and prepping for Christmas dinner. So I’ve instituted a new dining tradition that frees me up – more or less – to do those chores while others relax and watch TV. We do ‘Snacks’ all day long!Read More →
Here’s a prime target for Dr. Obvious! A new Study from Cambridge University says removing Sweets and Salty snacks from the immediate vicinity of the checkout line in supermarkets and convenience stores reduces ‘the amount purchased to take home’. Have these people never studied supermarket marketing strategies?Read More →
Here we are again, just days before Christmas, and the Fast Food chains are already looking forward to the new year, trying out a host of new menu items and specials. And, even at this late hour, they’re launching even more limited-time Holiday treats…Read More →
I was clicking through my usual food news feeds and I ran across something I’ve never seen before, much less made. It’s a creative idea, it’s tasty, it’s adaptable, it’s easy and it’s fast. And your family and guests will think you ‘re a genius!Read More →