by Helen Kain | Jun 5, 2017 | Organization, Storage
One of the most frequent questions I get is, “How do you store your, er, collection?” If this is asked in person, it’s usually accompanied by slightly quizzical look, assessing the likelihood that I might actually be crazy-cakes. So it is with some...
by Helen Kain | Apr 24, 2017 | Organization, Tip & Tricks
I’m on a kitchen organization quest, and the object of last week’s focus was the dreaded under-the-sink cabinet. You know the one. The one where you try to organize various garbage containers, cleansers, and root vegetables (like onions)...
by Helen Kain | Oct 7, 2016 | Fall Recipes, Organization, Recipes By Type, Sauces, Summer Recipes
The tomato bounty is overflowing everywhere, prompting an urge to preserve their juicy perfection. I’ve used a food mill and made jarred tomatoes in the past, but found it to be a ton of work when good, canned Italian tomatoes are so readily...
by Helen Kain | Aug 23, 2011 | Fall Recipes, Mains, Organization, Pasta & Rice, Recipes By Type, Tip & Tricks
Every August I’m overcome with the urge to store food for the winter. Clearly some holdover from an ancient brain. After all, it’s unlikely the grocery stores will be barren come December. Nonetheless, there is something innately satisfying about using the...
by Helen Kain | Jul 30, 2011 | Organization, Tip & Tricks
The bane of most households is weekday dinner preparation, and the key is planning and preparation (yes, Grandma was right, darn it). When done well, the production of delicious meals appears effortless and fun, but you can rest assured that behind the scenes is a...
by Helen Kain | Jul 25, 2011 | Organization, Recipes By Type, Sides, Summer Tablescapes
We’ve had friends with us for the last few days, and we’ve had a ton of fun lounging on the beach, visiting sites on the Cape, and best of all, gathering around the table to raise a glass and enjoy some great food. The gang arrived the first night at around 5:30 pm,...
