Let’s face it…opening a jar of marinara can be so easy on a night when you just want dinner to be fast and easy. But most pasta sauces have a dirty little secret – they are LOADED with sugar! Some brands have up to 13 grams per serving!! There are […]
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Chimichurri Chicken
I was introduced to chimichurri years ago at an Argentinian restaurant here in Los Angeles called Lala’s and became hooked on it! The only problem is I never bothered to make it – until now… I’ve been seeing so many food blogs posting their versions of this refreshing and delectable […]
Oven-Baked Baby Back Ribs
Being from Kansas City, ribs are a HUGE deal for me. They’re part of our culture and we take eating them VERY seriously! This was a HUGE challenge for me as I’ve never made ribs before and certainly never in the oven. It’s not something that you can just whip […]

Hi there! My name is Gina Grad and I’m a Los Angeles-based broadcaster and longtime comfort food appreciator. I’ve been on the radio here in SoCal since 2006 but since I’m originally from Kansas City, I’ve been eating the best casseroles, stews and one-pot meals the Midwest has to offer over the course of my entire life.