Cheesy Turnip Fritters

by Francesca Patterson The winds are fast and outside temperatures are dropping a little each day and the occasion to indulge in your indoor crafts is among us, one of my ultimate favorite reasons to stay in and cook. In an attempt to try something new, something that I couldn’t describe to you, I really wanted to cook […]

Cranberry Almond Broccoli Salad

by Francesca Patterson Thanksgiving might be done a little differently amongst all families in the United States, but it usually has the traditional staples. As we know, these are most often a turkey (or another main course), gravy, stuffing, maybe corn, some kind of potatoes, and cranberry sauce. However, I feel as though there isn’t […]

Summertime Succotash

by Francesca Patterson The word Succotash is derived from its original Native American name, which is msíckquatash. That word translates to ‘whole boiled corn kernels’, one of the three main ingredients for this plate. This recipe is also characterized by lima beans and sweet peppers, such as bell peppers or bullhorns. Succotash is a summertime salad […]

Sweet & Spicy Heirloom Tomato Chutney

By Francesca Patterson Local heirloom tomato season is at its peak right now, and it may be the best part of the summer. While these tomatoes are fantastic to eat raw, you may also want to preserve their flavor. Say goodbye to boring condiments and hello to a homemade topping that beats the rest. If […]

Hearty Grain and Chickpea Tomato Soup

Hello, Norman’s readers! It seems there is no better time to come back to share my recipes than now. At this time, most of us are doing our part to combat the pandemic by staying put at home. This mandatory time in my house has quickly propelled me into the position as head chef of […]

Cinderella Pumpkin Bowls

by Francesca Patterson It’s a new week, Fall is chugging along, and the weather is cooling down just beautifully to match the upcoming festivities. A new week means a new kind of pumpkin to delve into… literally. I have become quite adept at cutting and gutting all kinds of pumpkins in the past few weeks, and I […]