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not-your-typical tomato sauce

I bet you can think back to childhood and recall a dish that your Mom made involving tomato sauce. Whether it was plain "red sauce" or sp...

demystifying difficult vegetables

Some vegetables have a reputation for being difficult to prepare. You may notice vegetables in your local market and wonder "What the hec...

fresh meat, fresh herbs, fresh spices

My husband Eric and I were the lucky recipients of a fabulous Christmas gift this past year - a three-month supply of fresh meat products...

breaking out the slow cooker

Every once in a while, we pick a weekend day to break out the slow cooker. Sunday is the perfect day to prepare a hearty meal to enjoy th...

easy-to-make truffle party favors

I love to host parties and events for friends and family. Whether it is a birthday party for a friend, a baby shower or a wedding shower,...

basic risotto technique

One of my favorite cold weather dishes is risotto. Risotto is simple to make and you can liven the dish with a variety of different flavo...

perfecting the chicken parm

Ever since Eric and I started dating, he has been a fan of the chicken parm. In whatever neighborhood he has resided, he has managed to s...

learning to cook turkish food

My husband Eric and I recently attended a cooking demonstration at Formaggio Kitchen, where the guest chef was Ana Sortum - the acclaimed...

hosting a mid-week appetizer party

Getting together with friends or family can be one of the best ways to pass a cold winter evening. There is nothing better than sharing a...

giving it a try: the food blog thing

Well, after much use of Instagram and Facebook for sharing my food photos, I have decided to try this food blog thing. Thank goodness for...

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by catherine, with love

About Me

"I enjoy cooking with wine. Sometimes I even put it in the food..." - Julia Child

bigelow street bites

by catherine, with love