During the holidays, I love to cook and bake, especially with new recipes. I also immensely enjoy pulling out some of my favorite tried and tr…

Asparagus is thought of as a delicacy. The fleshy green spears are succulent and tender and look more like long-stemmed flowers when served on…

There is nothing more refreshing than a delicious and nutritious salad. I crave salads. I typically enjoy for lunch and with dinner. However, …

Are you looking for a new healthy and scrumptious addition to breakfast offerings? If so, then this is a recipe worth clipping.

Looking for ideas for Mother’s Day brunch? Then look no further. Strawberries are the perfect fruit to celebrate mom — beautiful and sweet, ju…

This week, I made a Polish classic with a Far East twist. Cabbage rolls are a comfort food that always makes me feel good.

Last week, I shared that my family and I are utilizing meal prepping to boost our nutritional needs. So far, it has been a great success.

My friend Jason is an engineer. When an engineer becomes friends with a foodie, beautiful things happen— like this chicken sausage.

My family and I are embarking on a new nutritional journey. To get the most nutrition out of all our meals, we are utilizing meal prepping to …

Being a chef can be challenging at times, especially when you have company over for a meal. Family and friends are always expecting a dish tha…

Last week, you might recall my article on Coconut Shrimp; this week, I made a Coconut Cake. Given all the stress I’ve been experiencing lately…

As a kid, we certainly didn’t eat out much. Five kids and a lack of disposable income will do that to you. Nonetheless, one of my most fond me…

Baked spring rolls are a healthy and scrumptious appetizer. Though there are many variations of spring rolls, I created this recipe over 10 ye…

One of the things that I most loved about my career as a chef has been creating four and five-course menus for beer and wine pairings. I loved…

Spring, or as the French say, printemps, is upon us. I love spring. When the trees begin to green, and the flowers bloom, I cannot but help ha…

St. Patrick’s Day is upon us. I am lucky to have not one, but three St. Patrick’s Day babies in my life. Happy Birthday to Mandy Hummel, Jason…

With St. Patrick’s Day upon us and the need for all things green, I am sharing my newest salad. This super green salad is full of delicious in…

I am always trying to incorporate different food items in my home. My husband and I have been through the keto diets, and at that time, I bega…

Despite my age, I still like to think I’m “hip” and in touch with the younger generation. But am I the only one that had never heard of “mashe…

This week’s Fare Report is food for thought. The main question is — do you drink enough water?

Are you looking for a new after-school snack that is healthy and delivers an energy boost? Then I have the perfect recipe for you.

One of the many things I love about cooking is there are no limitations on what you can do with a recipe. Use it as a guide and make the dish …

Do you know the eggplant is a berry by botanical definition? Though it is often considered a vegetable, it’s actually a fruit because the eggp…

I think I’ve shared that wintertime is not my favorite time of the year. Instead of tediously marking an X on the calendar for each day I surv…

Chocolate-covered strawberries are one of my favorite sweet treats. Scrumptious with a delicate, romantic appeal, chocolate-covered strawberri…

Ah, the Instant Pot™. Some people love them, and others question their existence.

Biscotti are crunchy, somewhat dry cookies that are best when dipped in a warm liquid. These twice baked cookies are scrumptious when paired w…

If you need a dish that will impress your family and friends and possibly convince them that you’ve hired a chef for dinner, this recipe will …

Pasta fagioli, which translates to “pasta and beans,” is a delicious Italian soup. Though its origins suggest it is a simple dish composed of …

My mother-in-law, Dede, inspired me to make this recipe for sausage tortellini soup. She made some a while back, and since then, I have been c…

Homemade pork rub is easy to make and creates a delicious flavor using sweet and savory ingredients. This dry rub is very easy to make and can…

After a week away and an abundance of holiday madness, I need a meal prep plan to get back into the routine of work-life balance.

I love cooking and baking with my daughters, and when my son is old enough, I look forward to sharing that same love with him. My oldest daugh…

I think we can all agree that we love a good pulled pork barbecue sandwich. Something about it just screams comfort.

Exercise is the key to overall wellness, but nutrition plays a big role in achieving and maintaining a healthy lifestyle. As it turns out, pre…

Christmas is such a lovely time for baking. I love Christmas day for so many reasons. I look forward to seeing my children smile and play, and…

What a whirlwind of a weekend. The Pierpont crew worked hard last week to prepare for the Feast of The Seven Fishes event in downtown Fairmont.

Holiday season is a great time to bake. Festive and delicious, gingerbread cookies are such a treat to make and eat.

Cabbage rolls: You either love them, or you hate them. Add venison to the party, and the discomfort level increases.

During the holidays, I love to cook and bake, especially with new recipes. I also immensely enjoy pulling out some of my favorite, tried and t…

The holidays aren’t complete without my mom’s corn casserole. It is not a complicated dish, and it contains processed cheese. If you can get o…

Sweet rolls are such a sweet treat. On special occasions and holidays, cinnamon rolls or orange sweet rolls are often on the breakfast or brun…

Sometimes spring produce feels like a shiny sports car that catches your eye as it whizzes by on a beautiful day. It’s bright with lovely deta…

These soft biscuits have a beautiful light-orange hue from the sweet potatoes and a hint of fall flavor from the spices. Serve slathered with …

The great big brining debate takes place this time every year, with people staunchly in various camps when it comes to how best to achieve a m…

A pot of hot soup is a sustaining pillar of my home cooking most of the year. Having a batch of it in my refrigerator, ready to be rewarmed as…

Though I prefer a glass of Cabernet Sauvignon when I am under the weather, I sometimes drink one hot toddy for medicinal purposes.

Family feuds have erupted over less trivial things than how to make mashed potatoes. Now, you may say mashed potatoes are, in fact, trivial, b…

Christmas is only a few weeks away. Shopping, baking and entertaining are all at the top of everyone’s to-do list. The bakers have already bee…

It’s time for all things pumpkin! From sweet to savory, pumpkin spice and all things nice make an appearance this time of the year.

Cooler temperatures have me craving soup of every sort. Take some time on a day when you can do so and put a pot of this soup on.

Brie is a mild and versatile cheese that is a wonderful choice to serve dinner guests. With so many preparation options, Brie is sure to steal…

As a chef, I have found a love for so many different foods and preparing them. When I was pregnant with my son, Carmine, I realized how much I…

The best way to comfort family after a day of school and work is a warm, hearty stew. The slow cooker or Dutch oven is a go-to in the kitchen …

The changing of the leaves from green to vibrant yellow, orange, and red colors, apple picking, sweaters with your favorite scarf, flannel shi…

If you are looking for a quick and easy dinner, then I have a great recipe for you. Not only is it quick and easy, but it’s also delicious and…

Recently, I tried cauliflower bisque for the first time; it was one of the best bisques I have ever had. I immediately decided that I had to h…

Whether the kids are driving you crazy, a long hard day at the office got you down, or you’re stuck in the same day-in and day-out rut, nothin…

Most people know that eating to fuel the body is really important, but eating for brain health is as equally important. Our brains need optima…

Editor’s Note: Sara Feltz fills in for sister-in-law Natalie Feltz this week.

Pumpkin seeds don’t get enough credit. Providing a wide range of nutrients, pumpkin seeds are extremely nourishing. Healthy doses of magnesium…

If you haven’t placed an order or ever visited DeMary’s Market in Rivesville, West Virginia, you should! I love how tender this sirloin steak …

One of my favorite appetizers is stuffed peppers. Stuffed peppers typically contain a few types of cheese and often sausage. My ricotta stuffe…

A few years ago, I had the pleasure of tagging along with Chef Jay Mahoney and a group of Pierpont students to help with the Anthony Bourdain …

Wild rice and kale casserole is a scrumptious and nutritious side dish.

Editor’s Note: Executive chef and Pierpont instructor Anthony Anobile is filling in for Natalie Feltz this week.

Many health-conscious folks shy away from dessert. And though limiting high fat content, particularly saturated fats, is a good idea, one does…

If you are looking for a quick and easy dinner, then I have a great recipe for you. Not only is it quick and easy, but it’s also delicious and…

If I am frank here, I wouldn’t have taken a snapshot of a raw burger to use as the photo this week. I got ahead of myself and thought, “Let’s …

Are you looking for a fun and nutritious after-school snack? Then clip this recipe and give yogurt freezer pops a try.

Wicked Wienies are an atypical canned item. I don’t recall where I first had them, why I tried them, or the appropriate vessel for serving them.

The past two weeks I shared smoothie recipes, so I decided to share one more. With school either already in session or quickly approaching, sm…

I ordered a box of peaches from a local fundraiser last week, and they have been the best peaches ever!

Last week, I shared a scrumptious almond smoothie. This week I am sharing the perfect smoothie to help you make the most of the last days of summer.

This time of year is excellent for receiving homegrown gifts from friends and neighbors.

Smoothies are a great way to start the day. Easy to make, smoothies require very little time to prepare. Another great benefit is that when ma…

As summer is winding down, I find myself visiting with friends and family, savoring the final weekends and freedom summer brings.