Okay, okay….I don’t really hate sugar, but you know what I do hate? Granola that tastes more like a bowl of Fruit Loops or Honey Bunches of Oats vs. a hearty, healthy breakfast. I think there is simply too much sweet in nearly every granola recipe on the planet. In my quest for granola perfection (you … Continue reading »
There is no greater leftover than the meatball, which is why I make them all the time. We do spaghetti and meatballs for Sunday supper, and then tote everything from meatball subs to meatball chili to work all week. I’ve even been known to rescue them from the dark fridge with nothing more than a … Continue reading »
Last week, Will sent me flowers for no reason. So this weekend, I made him a cake for no reason (other than the fact I was reciprocating). As far as I’m concerned, making someone a cake is one of the loudest ways to say “I love you” with your clothes on. Even though it required … Continue reading »
Apologies for the lengthy vacation from Feeding Mr. Wright. Holiday travels (from DC to Chicago to LA to Boston to Little Rock to Birmingham) meant a break from our normal cooking routine for restaurant dining and home-cooked meals courtesy of friends and family. Last weekend marked our return to life in NYC. Out of all … Continue reading »
I adore Christmastime. Especially in New York City. Lights twinkle more than usual, the streets smell like pine, ladies teeter through alleys in their best party heels and it’s okay for guys to wear ear muffs. Nothing says holiday merriment like a cocktail party, so despite our teeny living arrangements, The Wrights threw a party. … Continue reading »
In the winter, I love fennel like I love a summer tomato. Amid all the in-season root vegetables that commandeer the produce section, fennel is a sparkly gem of fresh, bright flavor. It’s always in my fridge since it’s versatile and inexpensive. I use it lieu of celery for soups, stews and braises. Sometimes I … Continue reading »
If you’d like to be queen (or king) for a day, consider these pancakes your ticket. They’re fluffy in the center, crisp around the edges and buttery as hell. And, they are guaranteed to cast a spell over whomever you feed into thinking you’re the greatest woman (or man) on the planet. To be fair, … Continue reading »
“LBD” stands for “Little Black Dress,” a moniker I’ve granted this recipe since it’s wildly versatile and a new staple in my recipe wardrobe. I kid you not, these pears can be worked into breakfast, lunch, dinner or dessert and with a few glugs of brandy (or maybe fresh herbs, or a wee bit of … Continue reading »
One point Will and I will never debate is what kind of cookie will forever rule our household; long live oatmeal raisin! Last week I had a meeting on the Upper West Side and I gleefully extended my time away from the office by embarking on an out-of-my-way adventure to my favorite cookie shop in … Continue reading »
I’m a traditionalist, so the thought of not cooking a turkey for Thanksgiving makes me uncomfortable. However, a wave of common sense (likely powered by the fact that we’re newlyweds trying to save $$ for a new house) swept over me the other day when I was at the farmer’s market surveying the (hefty!) price per … Continue reading »
