I have to laugh when I hear parents say, "Me and the kids are carving pumpkins." Chances are, it's Mom or Dad showing off the the artistic knife skills in the family... not the kiddies. Because, let's face it, pumpkin carving is dangerous. No Halloween activity has more potential to send someone … [Read more...]
Fresh 5: Halloween Treats
Let the Halloween Spooktacular begin! I've always wanted to have a Spooktacular and gosh darn it, I'm going to have one! What is a Halloween Spooktacular? Well... it's a celebration of Halloween. And it's spooky. And it's spectacular. On Wednesday I'm carving a pumpkin and making Roasted Pumpkin … [Read more...]
Organic Banter
Babble Vlog! We hear and see so much about “organic” these days, but what does organic really mean and why should we care? After researching lists and expert opinions online, I still had questions. So, I got in touch with my good friend and expert in fresh and sustainable cooking, Chef Nathan Lyon … [Read more...]
How to Make Crock Pot Mac N Cheese
This is an experiment in extra, extra comfort. I think adults and kids can agree that Mac N Cheese is pretty much the ultimate comfort food. Well, when the ultimate comfort food can make itself, it’s extra, extra comforting. This test kitchen request comes from Erin B, for Monday nights when her … [Read more...]
Hungry and Foolish: A Tribute to Steve Jobs
Babble Vlog! My first computer was a Mac and I'm fairly certain there would be no irreverent, online cooking show called Average Betty if it wasn't for the Thomas Edison of our generation, Steve Jobs. The appetite to consume the inventions Steve Jobs brought into this world is as big as the change … [Read more...]
Cookie Secrets
Babble Vlog! The secret is out. Cookies are delicious! Well, that's no secret but there are a few secrets that will make your cookies better than ever. Check out my video, Cookie Secrets at Babble's Family Kitchen and get in on the secret. But let's keep this between us, OK? A FEW OF MY FAVORITE … [Read more...]
Are You Gonna Eat That?
Babble Vlog! Are you gonna eat that? Because maybe you shouldn't. Have you ever had catastrophic spoilage in your kitchen? If you've ever been curious about the shelf life of certain foods or how to make other foods last longer, check out my video, Are You Gonna Eat That? at Babble's Family … [Read more...]
Let’s Talk Ginger
Babble Vlog! Sure, you know it gives Pumpkin Pie spunk and Coffee Cake mystic, but what can it do for your health? From the kitchen to the medicine cabinet, Ginger Root is a true secret ingredient. Check out my video, Let's Talk Ginger at Babble's Family Kitchen and, well, let's talk … [Read more...]
How to Make Peanut Sauce Video
WATCH THE VIDEO! September 13th is National Peanut Day. Not that I need a reason to celebrate peanuts; I eat peanut butter almost every day. Usually, smeared on wheat toast in the morning. And there's nothing like a handful of blistered peanuts around "quitting time." Snickers and Pay Day candy … [Read more...]
Better Soups, Stews and Chilies Video
Babble Vlog! This has been an extremely hot summer with all kinds of dangerous weather. And unfortunately, Fall hasn’t brought much relief — yet. But with football season in full effect and cool Fall evenings right around the corner, doesn’t a bowl of Chipotle Chicken Chili sound like a winner? Here … [Read more...]
