ABOUT THIS COOK:

I'm a former barbecue addict forced for health reasons to become a healthy eater and cook. But I didn't let my dietary restrictions put a damper on my love of eating. I came up with a style of cooking that's not only heart-healthy, but spicy, adventurous and satisfying. So I started a blog, called What Would Cathy Eat?, to share my original recipes with others.

• What is the strangest food you have ever eaten?
  A worm on some broccoli (by accident)

• What do you cook when home alone?
  Comfort food, like pasta with beans and greens

• Your most treasured kitchen possession:
  My ladle with a red bakelite handle

• The ideal number of guests for a dinner party is:
  6