Hi there, and welcome!

I’m so glad you’re here. My name is Angie, and I absolutely love cooking simple, easy, and delicious meals for my family. I truly believe I inherited this passion from my mom, who always cooked from the heart. She started teaching me when I was just 10 years old, and I’ve been in love with the kitchen ever since.

Growing up, we lived off the land quite a bit. My dad had a garden full of just about everything you can imagine—tomatoes, cucumbers, squash, zucchini, peppers, and more. We spent summers canning, jarring, and freezing what we harvested. That love for gardening stuck with me, too. These days, I still try to grow a little something every year—especially tomatoes and peppers.

I’m excited to announce that I’ll be starting a YouTube channel soon, called Grandy Recipes. On it, I’ll be sharing videos of my favorite recipes—simple dishes you can make at home, usually in 15 minutes or less. I never thought I’d be doing something like this, but the idea of helping others feel more confident in the kitchen really inspires me. I can’t wait to teach, share tips, and spread the joy of cooking with you. My wonderful family means the world to me. My husband, Thomas, and I love exploring small towns together—our favorite so far is Sedona, Arizona. The scenery is breathtaking, and we especially enjoy hiking its beautiful trails. We have three amazing kids: Daniel (age 14), Eliana (age 19), and Alina (age 27).

And last but not least, there’s Bailey, our sweet 5-year-old Beagle. She’s a professional food thief, an expert blanket hog, and 100% convinced she’s a lap dog. She brings so much laughter and love to our home.

Thank you for stopping by and getting to know a little more about me. I hope you’ll stick around for delicious recipes, cooking inspiration, and maybe even a little gardening fun along the way!