This sounds like a kitchen OOOPS! This is a really fun question though because I think this has happened to most people who own a stainless steel pan. Whether the pan got too hot, you took your eyes off of it for too long, or maybe it just wasn't your day - don't worry, this... Continue Reading →
How to avoid feeling overwhelmed when hosting or entertaining
Dear Little Libbie, I'm a novice in the kitchen and find myself overwhelmed when planning a dinner party. How can I create a simple but impressive dinner that won't leave me stressed out? Hi there! Hosting a dinner party can be a lot of fun without the stress. Keeping things simple is the key. Here... Continue Reading →
Dear Little Libbie: How do you Meal Plan for the week?
I love this question because I have personally focused on this throughout the year to make my life easier during the week! Between full-time jobs, social plans, self-care, etc. it can be difficult to put effort into meals each night. Sometimes by the time I'm finished working, walking the dog, working out, it is 7pm... Continue Reading →
Dear Little Libbie, I’m afraid to host. What can I do to feel more comfortable?
Hosting can be super fun but also very stressful. It seems like the world has set an expectation of perfection when it comes to having people over to your home. Magazines show perfectly cleaned homes with plenty of seating, matching dishes, beautiful linens, etc. Pinterest shows pretty photos of food that is plated like a... Continue Reading →
Dear Little Libbie: What are your favorite, must-have cookbooks?
So many people use their phones or computers to look up new recipes but I think there is something special about having a few go-to cookbooks in your kitchen. Here are my top 3: America's Test Kitchen - this is an amazing cookbook and reference guide for all the basics. I use it all the... Continue Reading →
Dear Little Libbie: How can I have more fun when I’m cooking?
It is SO easy to get bogged down with the idea of cooking (especially after a long day when everything seems to be going wrong). Here are my tips for having more fun in the kitchen: Plan ahead. I feel like one of the worst parts of cooking is going to the grocery store but... Continue Reading →
