Cauliflower “Crack”
I guarantee you, Cauliflower “Crack”, will replace popcorn as your new ‘Favorite Movie Snack.’ Seriously, Orville and I can put away two whole HEADS on movie night!
Read MoreBrian’s Homemade Tomato Soup
There’s nothing so comforting as coming in from the snow to a warm bowl of my homemade tomato soup and a crispy grilled cheese sandwich. Once you see how simple it is and how much better it tastes, I promise you’ll never go back to the cans again! Plus, find out where I disappeared to for the whole month of January (what a marvelous adventure!)
Read MoreTuscan Ribollita
This traditional Tuscan dish has hearty peasant roots, and that’s why I love it. It was the first thing I was served in Florence last week, and this simple stew instantly connected with my culinary soul! Plus, it’s healthy and even vegan if you like. This is a keeper!
Read MoreThe Birth Of Venus
Oysters have been considered an aphrodisiac for centuries, and there’s even a Scientific Study that proves the myth! Whether you want a romantic jumpstart to your evening or just a special treat just for you, try this secret tip for a briny treat!
Read MoreAsian Style Farmhouse Refrigerator Pickles
August is my favorite month. OK, so there’s my birthday on the 24th. But there’s also sweet corn, tomatoes and these SUPER easy pickles! But the real reason August holds such a special spot in my heart is the five years of dewy August mornings I spent learning halftime shows for the Marching Vikings…
Read MoreStrawberry Sauvignon Blanc Sorbet
Strawberries are my favorite fruit of all time, going way back to my childhood days on my grandparents’ farm. This frosty sophisticated sorbet is a perfect way to greet the new season!
Read MoreRosemary Garlic Sides Trio
Liquid Gold continues with a trio of SUPER-easy side dishes: Rosemary-Garlic Baked Potato, Rosemary-Garlic Roasted Home Fries, and a quick Sautéed Zucchini & Red Onion!
Read MoreLiquid Gold ~ Rosemary Garlic Olive Oil
Rosemary Garlic Olive Oil ~This Tiny Kitchen Staple has endless tasty uses, but my favorite is on popcorn! I call it Popcorn “Crack” and you’d better make two batches ’cause one won’t last through the opening credits!
Read MoreRoasted Dynamic Duo
Brussels sprouts. Just the name gives kids the willies. And carrots are so often relegated to side-kick status as part of some veggie medley. As a kid, I hated them, too. But this dynamic duo deserves better than the contempt of millions of kids.
Read MoreCleamy Porenta (or Cheesy Grits, depending…)
Grits or Polenta? No matter where you’re from, this creamy, buttery, cheesy goodness is a staple that goes with just about everything!
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I'm Brian Myers Cooper. I'm an actor and I live in New York City. Like most regular folks here in the Big Apple, my kitchen is... well, tiny. And challenging. A few odd cabinets even more oddly placed. A stunted fridge and stove. Almost fourteen whole inches of actual counter space! Is it any wonder why soooo many New Yorkers eat out almost all the time?