One of my favourite things about cooking is taking a look in the fridge and using up what I have on hand to make a meal, snack or baked good. Others may find it challenging, but I get a thrill out of it. Some of the best things that come out of the little green kitchen are creative takes on leftovers or ingredients almost (but not quite) off. The whole mantra "waste not, want not" is key in my household, and also the smart title of Cinda Chavich's new cookbook. Cinda is an award-winning freelance journalist specializing in food, wine and travel writing. She's also penned 6 other cookbooks including my favourites High Plains and The Girl Can't Cook. I had the pleasure of cooking for her on this adventure three years ago, where we bonded over pecan pie and prairie sky. A wonderful lady. And she knows food. Her recipes are creative and inspiring, and her latest cookbook offering is that and much more.
