Strawberry Hurricane Muffins
You may have heard. It’s, um, stormy. I was going to write a playful post about how waking up to pre-Sandy howls inspired me to bake these not-too-sweet, fruit-filled, whole…
Eight Things About Eight Years
Eight years ago yesterday, my first child was born. I called it Words to Eat By. In honor of my baby’s blogaversary, I thought I’d share one highlight from each…
Cat O’Lantern: A Play in Three Acts
ACT ONE Time: 12:30 PM, a sunny Saturday in October Place: Interior of an apartment, Williamsburg, Brooklyn HARRY: Mommy! Mommy! Let’s make the jack o’lantern! DEBBIE: OK. [Debbie spends the…
(Not Too) Cheesy Zucchini Fritters
I use zucchini a lot. Like, a-lot-a-lot. But even I get tired of it sometimes, so I like to pair it with something that takes away from its zucchininess, just…
Catching Up, Plus a Recipe for Crispy Kale, Winter Squash, and Cheddar Pizza
I’ve missed you. Lately the maelstrom that is life has been overwhelming me, and I’m afraid this blog has suffered as a result. If you’re ever wondering where I am…