Carol Ann Kates

My husband and I recently traveled to the Bavarian region of Germany. Obatzda was on the menu of nearly every biergarten and restaurant...

Did you hear about the “Chicken Sandwich Wars”? They started on August 12, 2019, when Popeye’s launched its now famous Fried Chicken...

It’s Gotta Be Chicken Enchiladas with a Tomatillo Sauce! I recently made Chicken Enchiladas with a Tomatillo Sauce for my daughter,...

As we have transitioned to a more plant-based diet, we are selecting more whole grain foods. This was confusing for me at first. I...

Creamy, cheesy, and downright delicious, I haven’t met a person that doesn’t love dauphinoise. This classic French dish is easy to...

One for the Brie lover, One for the shrimp lover, and One for the goat cheese lover. Baked Brie with Fig Spread Serves 6 to 8 This...

Thanksgiving is my favorite holiday. Tantalizing odors oozing from the kitchen. The laughter and gentle buzz of family gathered around...

During the dog days of summer, my husband and I do most of our cooking outside on the grill. Sometimes we get stuck in a rut and grill...

What are you grilling for the Fourth of July? If you are tired of the same ole’, same ole’ burgers, brats, and ribs, give my...

Featuring Brie Lover’s Picnic Sandwiches and Carol Ann’s Quinoa Tabbouleh Salad How are you honoring that special father in your life...

Try my Grilled Tequila Pork Chops with an Avocado Salsa and a Jalapeño Jelly Glaze. Do you ever get confused when you are trying to buy...

Need a Vegetarian Option for Your Memorial Day Barbecue? What are you grilling this weekend? We traditionally do hamburgers; however,...

Cooking for a Variety of Dietary Needs? Let Your Guests Assemble Their Own Shish Kabobs I hosted a rather large gathering recently to...

Cinco de Mayo is just around the corner. What are you making? I’m serving Tequila Marinated Chicken Fajitas and margaritas, of course. I...

Featuring the Steele’s Bakery Angel Food Cake Easter is celebrated on the Sunday following the first full moon after the spring equinox....

Christmas can be such a stressful time—so much to do and so many details to attend to. Most of us work hard to make this day perfect for...

What is your traditional Christmas Eve meal? When I was growing up, my mother always made oyster stew. When my husband and I were first...

Traditional Hanukkah dish latkes – potato pancakes with sour cream. Table decorated with menorah, gift boxes and candles Hanukkah—The...

Last year my daughter gave me Story Worth for Christmas. It was such a fun and meaningful gift. Every week I receive a question in my...