Katie Bios
Hello! My name is Katie Hagen, and my life revolves around food.
I grew up in food loving family. My dad owned the oldest and most sacred restaurant in the city, and my mom made us delicious home-made meals every night. Although, I can't promise I always appreciated these things at the time, they really helped shape who I am. After growing up in a family like that, I learned that there is nothing that compares to a good meal (right or wrong, healthy or not). From a young age, I began begging to help bake in the kitchen, help make rootbeer at the restaurant, even just help chop onions. It was so fun! (Yes, I realize this is weird).
Over the years, armed with my mom's acclaimed recipes and a desire for good food at home, I think I learned to be a pretty decent cook. Guests, neighbors, family, and friends are always raving about my meals, requesting that I make specific goodies for their visits, and begging for copies of my recipes. I, however, am a bit more humble about the quality of some of the meals. Not everything comes out roses; and no one is perfect.
This website is my way of sharing those recipes; the good and the bad, the successes and the failures. My thoughts and recommendations are provided for most recipes, and pictures are included where available... I assure you, I will dish. I encourage you to try the recipes that sound good to you. You don't have to be an expert to make dinner for your family. Anyone can do it! All it takes is the ability to follow directions, a willingness to try new things, and a bit of time. When done, please leave your own comments about the recipes you were brave enough to try.
Enjoy!
