Yes, the annual Christmas dinner debate is over. The only discussions were minor because I announced I was going “back to basics”: Continue reading →
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The Great Easter Menu Debate kicks off as soon as Grace books her train ticket for DC. Continue reading →
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I’ve been busy over the last few days– another batch of toffee because I felt the first one was overcooked, not even close to burnt, yet just a bit shy of perfect. When I mentioned this to Grace, she said “I’ve had what you think is botched toffee and it’s fine, but go ahea and give it to Kurt for his work. Continue reading →
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Yes, I bake early and freeze my treats. I realize this is anathema to some baking and foodie purists, but I like to have goodies on hand when people call to stop by for a visit– an event whose occurrence increases by an order of magnitude during the last month of the year! Continue reading →
I'm an Ivy League educated, retired Healthcare IT executive specializing in EHR advocacy, now happily ensconced in a second career as SAH wife and mom. Married to a man who makes me laugh every day. Love cooking, being a more relaxed Tiger Mom to our teen son and blogging about food, friends and family. Email me at: acougarinthekitchen@gmail.com
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