When it comes to roasting a turkey, I have a really simplistic approach. I have a huge old enamelware roaster that my mom found at Goodwill many years ago. I swear by roasting my turkey covered in the pan. To prepare it, I simply rub it with a little olive oil and...

I recently gathered a bunch of hazelnuts from the farm just down the road which inspired this dreamy caramely banana hazelnut pie.  I love the toasty crunch of the hazelnuts paired with the sweet softness of the banana and caramel.  If there were ever a pie that was...

I really love jam making time, and watching the pantry shelves fill up with jewel-like jars of sweetness.  My Sour Plum Jam recipe is one of my favorites because it's not overly sweet, as most jams are, and its uses are really versatile. It's also a great way to use...

When I talk about the Portuguese sausage, Linguica, I'm always surprised at the number of people who haven't heard of it. For me, it's the most delicious (and my favorite!) sausage that exists. Being Portuguese, I grew up eating Linguica and try to incorporate it into...