You’re The Host

If you are looking to jump start your book club meeting with food that sets the stage for your discussion of Becoming Herself, you might want to try one of these recipes.  They may spice up the dialogue and offer a sweet ending to the evening’s conversation....

Buffalo is known for its chicken wings that are much too messy to eat with a book in your hand.  As an alternative, try the Buffalo Chicken Dip.  Easy to make—you can do it ahead of time– and serve.  Do provide plenty of napkins. Ingredients 8 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature 3/4 cup...

My sister Mary, who taught and lived in Western New York most of her life, was known for her Strawberry Pie. Simple but so good. Ingredients 1 pastry shell (9 inches), unbaked 3/4 cup sugar 2 tablespoons cornstarch 1 cup water 1 package (3 ounces) strawberry gelatin 4 cups sliced fresh strawberries Whipped cream,...