Food Blog
My Best Thanksgiving Recipes: All of my Family Favorites, The Best Turkey Ever, and a Showstopper Honey Glazed Ham Recipe.
Some of my best Thanksgiving recipes started with the women in my family. Here I’ve shared my best and favorite recipes for your Thanksgiving dinner with salads, sides, turkey, ham, and, of course, desserts!
A Special Visit to the Hephzibah Home with Cheri Oteri
Hephzibah always leaves a lasting impression on me. It was so meaningful to share that with my friend. Click through to read the whole story!
Girls’ Night Out with Cheri Oteri & Friends
My girlfriends came to town for a few days and we had so much fun. Then, Cheri Oteri and I made some cooking videos together! Click through to learn more!
How to Pick the Best Artichoke, plus Mary’s Best Tips and Tricks for Cooking with Artichokes
Artichokes are such a treat (once you know how to select and prepare them!) Here's a guide to help you pick the perfect artichoke for your next meal.
Basic Knife Skills 101
When I first started cooking, I remember looking at a recipe and wondering what the difference between “minced” and “diced” was. Sharpen your knife skills with this handy guide on how to chop, dice, mince, and more.
Mozzarella vs. Burrata: What’s the Difference?
Because of the stracciatella, the inside of a burrata is softer and creamier than fresh mozzarella. It also makes the cheese extremely spreadable, a perfect pair for a toasted slice of bread. Click through to learn more.
Mary's Ultimate Guide to Apples: How to Pick Apples, How to Store Fresh-Picked Apples, and Which Apples are the Best for Baking
Summer is fading away and apple season is just about to begin—some of the earlier varieties actually start to ripen by the end of August! Going to the local orchards...
Mary’s Favorite Bastille Day Recipes
There are about 13 million people of French descent living in the U.S. today, and over a million of them speak French at home. If that wasn’t enough of a...
Mary’s Best Picnic Recipes: Sides, Sandwiches, Salads, Desserts, Cocktails, Drinks
One of my favorite things about the warm seasons of the year is that I get to have picnics with my family and friends. I love hosting, but I also...
My Best Ever Valentine’s Day Recipes
Valentine’s Day is one of my all-time favorite holidays… and I’m not just saying that because it’s also my birthday! In my opinion, we should always celebrate the people we...
Classic Easter Recipes You Won’t Want to Miss
We still have a couple weeks to go before the Easter holiday rolls around, so it’s a great time to start planning your menu. In this article, I’m sharing my...
My Best Mardi Gras Recipes
Mardi Gras, also known affectionately as “Fat Tuesday,” is the last big fling before Lent on the Catholic calendar. The foods served at Mardi Gras are typically rich, hearty, and super flavorful. Get it while you can, right?
