So, it's a few days after we indulged in the turkey and all the fixings. We loosened our belts and enjoyed the day, as we should have. It's all about family, friends and the food. We are now lucky to have all the wonderful leftovers, and might I say, they seem to taste even better the next few days. Maybe it is because the stress of getting it all perfect for those we love, everything done on time, and delicious is now in the rear-view mirror. Whatever the reason may be, left

When I was young one of my fondest meals was pork chops my mother would top with stuffing and bake. They were a treat in those days, and very much appreciated. I loved the smell of them baking as much as I did the eating. Because of those memories I have always loved anything pork related. In those days also, was the warning about trichinosis constantly in the news, and so my mother, wanting to protect us would cook said pork to death. I'm sure you all remember those days. Bu

A few weeks ago, while placing an online order, I came across gnocchi. Believe it or not in my 50 plus years of eating and cooking I had not heard of these. I proceeded to order some just for the heck of it as they say. Of course, once I received it, I began investigating what it actually is, little dumplings made from potatoes, lower in calories and carbs then pasta, and the most important key for me cooks in 2-3 minutes. Ok, now I am in. Just place the dumplings in a boilin