by Janice Reynolds | Feb 3, 2015 | Comfort Cookin', Daily Living |
I have six small appliances I consider necessary especially for someone with pain. At the top of the list is my bread machine. I love this and use it 2-4 times a week. It has multiple perks: Bread tastes and smells awesome. Homemade is usually better than anything...
by Janice Reynolds | Nov 19, 2014 | Comfort Cookin', Daily Living |
The winter holidays are coming and I am one of those people who love them (as well as the other holidays). While I can’t do a lot of things I used to do, I do make a few of my gifts. These Bavarian Mints are something I have made for over 35 years. I used to make...
by Janice Reynolds | Nov 12, 2014 | Comfort Cookin' |
I love the holidays and they are approaching fast. Like me, you can cook with minimal increase in your pain and stress. All it takes is planning and discarding some common assumptions. For example, just because something may be a family tradition doesn’t mean you...
by Janice Reynolds | Oct 14, 2014 | Comfort Cookin', Daily Living |
At my house, I seldom know exactly how many I am feeding (can be anywhere from 2 to 6). Usually I have a rough idea, but erring on the side of planning for more is usually prudent. Then there are those recipes which are difficult to cut down. The end result means...
by Janice Reynolds | Jul 22, 2014 | Comfort Cookin', Daily Living |
Tip #1: Keep in mind that “Pain Brain” can cause culinary hiccups. It’s always important to read the recipes of a desired meal a day or two ahead to make sure you: Have all items needed Are able to thaw if necessary Are able to marinate if required Have the time...
by Janice Reynolds | Jun 2, 2014 | Comfort Cookin', Daily Living |
You might think the Lobster Roll is Maine’s unofficial state sandwich and you probably are right. Close behind it however is the Ham Italian. In 1902 on the Portland, Maine waterfront, in his tiny bakery on Portland’s working waterfront, Giovanni Amato allowed local...
