I have always loved food. My favorite books as a kid always featured food (eg. The Berenstain Bears Get the Gimmies- so much candy!) and I loved cooking shows like Yan Can Cook and The Frugal Gourmet. I started cooking the Thanksgiving dinner for my family when I was 13 years old. I have food52 to thank for inspiring me to come up with my own recipes, as well as for introducing me to a community of fantastic cooks and their amazing recipes. I try my best to cook locally and seasonally, and I tend to prefer straightforward, simple recipes where the ingredients get to shine. I live in wonderful Austin, Texas with my husband, Andy (a video game programmer) and my son, Henry (an 8-month-old who loves to eat).
What is the strangest food you have ever eaten?
Lamb's Tongue Fricassee
What do you cook when home alone?
roasted sweet potatoes with black beans and avocado
Your most treasured kitchen possession:
my cast iron skillet and chef's knife
The ideal number of guests for a dinner party is:
6
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Griddled Polenta Cakes with Caramelized Onions, Goat Cheese, and Honey
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Roasted Broccoli with Smoked Paprika Vinaigrette and Marcona Almonds
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Griddled Polenta Cakes with Caramelized Onions, Goat Cheese, and Honey
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Your Best Broccoli/Broccoli Rabe Dish
Roasted Broccoli with Smoked Paprika Vinaigrette and Marcona Almonds
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