Comfort food recipes with a personal touch for today's busy cook

Welcome! I'm Debbie, a home cook, author, chocolate fiend and comfort food champion. Food is a strong connector to our memories, and my recipes come from three generations of cooks.

I'll also introduce you to some wonderful home cooks who will share their families' favorite comfort food recipes and kitchen tips.

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St. Louis's stimulating coffee history and a look at our current vibrant coffee culture is explored in my newest book.

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Some of my family's best recipes including Mom's Hungarian goulash, Grandma's fried chicken, and my Tater Tot casserole. 68 pages/spiral bound.

Easy Carrot Cake from Box Mix

Turn a yellow cake mix into a moist, delicious carrot cake. A few simple pantry items are all you’ll need to bake a beautiful spring dessert. This cake is a wonderful last-minute dessert for an Easter celebration. It's also a good way to use up those last couple of carrots in your refrigerator.