Category Archives: Cooking At Home

My lady friend’s birthday is today, which is funny, because the French think they own July 14 (something about independence). Listen up, Franci-pants. You make a mean toast, I like your fries and thank you for …

Tomatoes rage on and now, here comes the cucumbers. They are everywhere. I literally mowed a half dozen that had snuck up on me when I was doing lawn maintenance …

Probably one of my most memorable Forth of July’s was this last one. I was parked out in the hill country with all of the necessities: lamb (deceased), cocktails, scenic vistas, ripe tomatoes and good friends …

Our neighbors’ daughter just got hitched. A reception party was planned. The theme: Mexican Fiesta Potluck Wedding Reception. Of course it is. But, what to bring (pointed forefinger touching chin)? Fiesta Caesar Salad with Fried Cornbread Croutons and Cotija Cheese. BOOM! I think I’m breaking new ground here. Sometimes it feels like I am some […]

Whatever you call it, tomato sauce, Marinara, gravy, it’s here to help. When it’s been raining for a couple days, a simmering sauce makes everybody feel better. The ancient Italians invented red tomato sauce over 100 years ago. It happened during a period when…