I always find that as a great time to skim her amazing cookbooks (and videos). If I'm just not sure, or it's a gathering that doesn't require a "Standard meal plan," like many holidays do, a few moments with her books and I get, as you say, 'the lightning bolt' and it is always a great meal. Her, and occasionally, Ina Garten (when I do…
I always find that as a great time to skim her amazing cookbooks (and videos). If I'm just not sure, or it's a gathering that doesn't require a "Standard meal plan," like many holidays do, a few moments with her books and I get, as you say, 'the lightning bolt' and it is always a great meal. Her, and occasionally, Ina Garten (when I don't mind getting a little fussy), are the only cooks that have succeeded in that for me. (And, yes, Ina Garten can surprise me quite often especially lately, with 'Unfussy' delicious food, as well)
I always find that as a great time to skim her amazing cookbooks (and videos). If I'm just not sure, or it's a gathering that doesn't require a "Standard meal plan," like many holidays do, a few moments with her books and I get, as you say, 'the lightning bolt' and it is always a great meal. Her, and occasionally, Ina Garten (when I don't mind getting a little fussy), are the only cooks that have succeeded in that for me. (And, yes, Ina Garten can surprise me quite often especially lately, with 'Unfussy' delicious food, as well)