The Week in Recipes
ISSUE #139 — September 11, 2025
There are some months that really stand out. For me, this is one.
I had the time of my life as a featured chef on “LION Lunch Hour” in D.C. last week, cooking up some of my most ambitious recipes ever. (See breaking news for link below). The classy club of ladies I appeared with couldn’t have been more welcoming, fun, and professional, and I’m hoping my recipes did me proud. I look forward to sharing some in the future.
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This week, we’re warming up with my venerable Classic Chicken, and, a recipe I cherish, my Chicken Brunswick Stew, inspired by Elvis’ family’s recipe. Responsibly sip a Negroni (or two) as you get to cooking, and let’s toast this new era together!
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BREAKING NEWS
Pumpkin Spice Party 🎃 🎉 on LION 🦁 Lunch Hour
On September 3, 2025, I was honored to do my second-ever hour-long show on FOX5, DC. "Like it or Not," it's time for a Pumpkin Spice Party! 🎃 🎉
Featuring my all-new recipes: Pumpkin Phở 🥣 , Pumpkin Spice Pulled Pork Tailgaters 🐷 🏈 , and a Pumpkin Spice Tea Party! 🫖 🎉
with: Autumn Catch Crab Salad Canapés 🦀 , Cranberry Piccalilli Finger Sandwiches, and “Punkin” Spice Cupcake Minis! 🧁 🎃
Bonus Recipe of the Week!
Q: Got any more comforting chicken recipes?
A: Is the sky blue? You bet! My spin on Lady Bird Johnson’s King Ranch Casserole will keep you warm all year long. Click here for my popular recipe!
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