In my family of particularly proficient procrastinators, we have a saying: “It isn’t Christmas Eve yet!” This, of course, refers in general to putting something off until the last minute—but personally for us, it brings back fond memories of our grandfather, who never started his Christmas shopping until Christmas Eve, yet somehow always found just…
Author: Mockingbird Maven
Gnocchi & Brussels Sprouts
A dish so rich and buttery that no one would guess it’s vegan! For years, gnocchi was one of those foods that seemed out of reach to me as a home cook. The thought of making any pasta intimidates me, and gnocchi especially so—but I had never seen a grocery store version, so gnocchi was…
Vegan Macaroni & Cheese
The One That Started It All… Homemade macaroni and cheese has long been a Mockingbird favorite. The ultimate comfort food, it is often requested for family celebrations and has become a staple of our Christmas dinner. With its creamy, cheesy goodness inside, baked to golden perfection outside, what’s not to love about mac and cheese?…
Dining Out at Home Recipes Coming Soon
Recipes for how to adapt restaurant-style meals at home coming soon!