Joyful Crumbs is a celebration of my parents. For my mom who could not eat a meal without bread and for my dad who grabbed every crumb of goodness in life and at the table.
Growing up in an old-world Italian family, every meal was accompanied by a warm loaf of fresh bread. With no preservatives, any leftover bread would quickly become dry and stale by the next day. I have vivid memories of sitting at the old kitchen table with my dad, grating that day-old bread on a box grater to make crumbs that could be used in new dishes. My frugal parents never wasted anything; they always found a way to turn that leftover bread into something delicious.
As an award winning recipe developer I enjoy the challenge of thinking outside the breadbox creating tasty dishes while honoring my family. These recipes are meant to reduce waste and to be shared. It's content to thrive on and love made edible.
Fun Facts About Me
- I enjoyed a 35 year career as a Physician Assistant
- I am a Food Network CHOPPED Champion
- I am a TEDx Speaker
- I am a multi-award winning home cook
- I am a wife, mom and grandmother