Comfort Food

Introduction “You’ve got to try this,” my coworker said, sliding a plate across the break room table. It was the kind of day when the … Read more

“Pass me the twice baked potato casserole,” my aunt said with a wink as the Easter dinner buzzed around the table. Honestly, I wasn’t expecting … Read more

Introduction “You have to try my mom’s scalloped potatoes,” my friend said, almost casually, during one of those rushed lunch breaks where you barely have … Read more

“You’re not seriously making chili with sweet potatoes?” my friend asked, eyebrows raised as I tossed the vibrant orange cubes into the pot. Honestly, I … Read more

Introduction “You’re not seriously going to feed us that boxed stuff again, are you?” my kid shot me a look that was half teasing, half … Read more

“Could you just toss a bunch of potatoes in the oven? I’m starving,” my partner said, flopping onto the couch after a chaotic day that … Read more

“You seriously have to try this baked spaghetti,” my neighbor said one chilly evening, sliding a steaming casserole dish across my doorstep. Honestly, I was … Read more

“Are you sure this will work?” my partner asked, eyeing the odd pile of sliced shallots and green beans scattered across the counter. Honestly, I … Read more

“You really need to try these potatoes,” my neighbor whispered over the fence one chilly autumn evening, holding out a foil-wrapped dish that smelled like … Read more

Introduction “Do you have any of those recipes that just seem to magically turn a regular night into something special?” my friend Sarah asked me … Read more