Member Since:
Sep. 2002
Cooking Level:
Expert
Cooking Interests:
Baking, Grilling & BBQ, Frying, Slow Cooking, Asian, Mexican, Italian, Southern, Dessert, Kids, Quick & Easy, Gourmet
Hobbies:
Reading Books, Music, Genealogy, Wine Tasting
My husband and I have seven children. I'm always looking for recipes that are quick, economical and kid friendly. But, sometimes my husband and I will cook a special dinner just for us and that's when the real fun begins! My family loves to cook together and my 12 yr old daughter is interested in becoming a chef.
My favorite things to cook
I love to cook lasagna, roasts, homemade noodles and new sweet or savory dishes.
My favorite family cooking traditions
My grandmother grew up working in the onion fields of Indiana. She always made homemade noodles over mashed potatoes. I know....two starches? But when you grow up on the stuff, you just NEED it!! It's great!
My cooking triumphs
My cooking triumph is being the only member of my large family who can make grandma's noodles without measuring, just like she did. I watched her for hours as a child and that's the way I learned.
My cooking tragedies
Mousakka. The recipe for this Greek dish had about 20 ingredients. It took about two hours to prepare. It was horrible!!!! I'm sure I'd love it if the right person made it....just not me! :)