Gumbo is good anytime, and this version is lower in calories, fat, and carbs than many versions, even with the roux.

Sphere Magazine, June 1973
The fabled cuisine of Provence inspired Sphere magazine in June of 1973 to take its readers on a gastronomic tour of the south of France.

He was Quite the Catch…
After 38 years of marriage, do I mean my husband or the fish he caught for our anniversary dinner? Maybe a bit of both…

Sunday Solo Breakfast
Here’s another delicious breakfast-for-one I made this morning from the Weight Watchers cookbook, Simply Solo.

Cooking Solo for Memorial Day
Since my husband has gone fishing this Memorial Day, I am cooking solo and finding some great recipes made just for one from a Weight Watchers cookbook.

Maui Pineapple-Macadamia Nut Bread
Here is another recipe from the Maui cookbook on Monday’s blog for Pineapple-Macadamia Nut Bread with a fun story behind it.

What’s Cooking in Maui?
How about some authentic Hawaiian cooking this week? My daughter Kristina brought back a gorgeous cookbook from Maui while attending a James Beard event.

A Vintage “French” Cookie
Not sure why this vintage cookie from a 1940’s cookbook is called “French” but it’s a very interesting little cookie! It’s baked twice but is not biscotti.






