I LOVE risotto and was quite proud of myself when I first came up with a keto risotto. I still make it when I have the time and ingredients. But when my good buddy and #NSNG creator Vinnie Tortorich told me his lovely lady Serena was making her OWN version […]
Tag: umami
Bulgogi Stir Fry!
This meal combines two great cultures (Korean and Chinese) into one incredibly delicious umami taste! I brought this in for the Adam and Bryan on the show today and darned if they didn’t say this was the best thing I have ever brought in! So packed with umami flavor, crisp […]
Homemade Garlic Marinara (with a secret ingredient!)
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 […]
Baked Cheddar Bacon Chicken Breast
I wasn’t planning on putting this on the site because I honestly didn’t think it would be anything to write home about. Turns out I was very very wrong!! This dish isn’t just any plain old baked chicken. It is SO full of smokey, umami goodness that it’s well worth […]
Shepherd’s Pie with Cauli Mash Topping
Hey quick question – are you aware how good shepherd’s pie is? It’s insanely good. On a comfort food scale of 1-10, it’s a 27. As far as the one-pot comfort food meals go, shepherd’s pie cures what ails ya on every level – it’s savory, it’s good for you, […]

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.