Don’t Be Afraid to Fry
Let’s talk savvy fried chicken for a minute. When most people talk about fried chicken, they are talking about dining out. They think it’s too …
Fall Spice and Everything Nice
Let’s talk savvy spice cake for a minute. There are all kinds of recipes out there that taste like fall. Recipes that call for sifting …
Tasty, Tempting Taco Cups
Let’s talk savvy tacos for a minute. Tacos have been around forever. They are easy to make and great for supper for one or serving …
Enjoy the Seasonal Flavor of Fall
Let’s talk savvy pumpkin desserts for a minute. OK, I will admit I am a sucker for all things sweet. Some people have a sweet …
Accomplish Fall Chores While Your Grill Does the Work
Let’s talk savvy fall chores for a minute. There is so much about fall that I just absolutely love. The cooler weather, the changing leaves, …
End-of-Summer Sweetness
Let’s talk savvy end-of-summer deserts for a minute. I am so ready for this new season I can’t even put my giddiness into words. This …
Make it Easy, Make it Cheesy
Let’s talk easy throw-together meals for a minute. If you’re struggling because your weeknights are too busy to even think about cooking, but you’re tired …
A Winning Game Day Slider Solution
Let’s talk savvy game day eats for a minute. This is my favorite time of year, y’all. It’s the perfect weather to get those fire …
A Fresh Garden Meal for Fall
Let’s talk savvy garden meals for a minute. September is here; the first of the “ber” months has finally arrived! Even though I am personally …
Take On School Nights with Taco Salad
Let’s talk savvy salads for a minute. I’ve done lots of salads here, but there is one that is near and dear to my heart. …
Welcome to
Cookin' Savvy!
Cookin’ Savvy was born out of 30 years of cooking for my family. Most of those years were on a tight budget, so creativity was a must. I love experimenting with spices and sauces, and I’m amazed by how a spice or sauce can completely change a simple food and make it special.
Food is a love language I’m fluent in and nobody leaves my home hungry. Brainstorming ways to rethink old recipes is a challenge I take seriously – and have a lot of fun while doing it! Fixing food from my past is a great way to keep the past alive for my kids and grandkids, and the new memories we’re making by simply sharing a meal together are priceless.
If I can share that joy with others then that’s what I call a successful day at Cookin’ Savvy and that’s what I’m always Doin’ My Best to achieve!