Every breathing organism consumes some form of food. Humans are unique in that we cook our food.

This blog is a pet project, something to keep me grounded, a place to be creative, but most importantly, a place for me to stay honest about what I’m eating.

I am a mom of two boys, a Paleontology grad student, coffee fiend, and a hardcore foodie. When I am not digging in the dirt or writing research manuscripts, I’m in the kitchen, experimenting with spices, flavors and techniques.

Here is a collection of recipes, tips, and techniques that have helped my family eat healthier.

“I believe the transformative moment that gave rise to the genus Homo, one of the great transitions in the history of life, stemmed from the control of fire and the advent of cooked meals.” 
― Richard W. Wrangham, Catching Fire: How Cooking Made Us Human