Both my dad, mom and mother in law loved to cook-and I loved to eat their creations. I would say all 3 were specially talented in the kitchen, so I have some exposure. Now that they have passed on to another relm -its all me, cooking for the holidays etc. I like to cook recipes that are low in fat and on the healthier side, including and mosy importantly vegetables. I am somewhat of a purist, and have been known to eat a cooked artichoke(amongst other veg.) cold without any dips, flourishes, or stuffings. You could say I have a higher tolerance for veggies than most. Crock pot food, meats are so tender this way---I just dislike preparing dinner in the morning. Stuffed cabbage! Ziti with sausage! Indian food! Greek food! Artichokes stuffed with breadcrumbs, fresh garlic and cheese, food for the gods!!! Every day I'm still here on this earth, healthy... is a triumph..... I'm grateful,Praise God,I have food to eat. Most all of my successes have come from this website and I always recommend it to others. My mantra to those who want to know my secret "GO TO ALLRECIPES.COM" I get really depressed if a recipe fails because of the time and money taken to prepare, due to this recipes are chosen very carefully. My pop up is set to block tragedies,I prefer to walk on the sunny side. ;)