by Sara Ray | Jan 9, 2019 | Cooks' Corner
When I first began writing the Cooks’ Corner column, much of what I discussed was the “how-to” aspects of cooking and baking. As time went on, I began adding stories as well as recipes. The story submissions were much the favorite of my late husband, who...
by Sara Ray | Jan 2, 2019 | Cooks' Corner
I think all the hubbub of the Christmas season finally got to me. I found myself pushed to the limits of my strength many times; however, I kept on going. The last few days before the holiday were quite stressful and I did something I was determined not to...
by Sara Ray | Dec 26, 2018 | Cooks' Corner
It’s the day after Christmas. The presents are unwrapped. Leftovers from dinner reside in the refrigerator. Long lines that now form at the stores are for returns instead of gift-buying. Some folks return to work after the holiday, while others...
by Sara Ray | Dec 19, 2018 | Cooks' Corner
Have you ever known the meaning of a word when you hear it, but not recognized it in its written form? One that confused me for a lot of years was“compromise.” I read it as “compromise.” I knew what a compromise was,but didn’t associate it with the printed word. Or...
by Sara Ray | Dec 12, 2018 | Cooks' Corner
Many of us have Christmas traditions. The one I have developed since I started writing Cooks’ Corner is to feature cookie recipes one week of December and candy another; this holiday season is no exception. Thoughts of candy at Christmas brought back a lot of sweet...