Hello and welcome to my blog! To introduce myself, my name is Kathryn and I am The Steady Cook. As you have guessed it, I love food…food that nourishes the body and steadies the soul. I am a full-time wife, mother, and scientist. Blogging is a part-time gig for me, but a full-time love affair.

I live in the beautiful Columbia River Gorge in the small town of White Salmon, Washington. I’m not originally from Washington and grew up in both the deep south (Mississippi) and the midwest (Wisconsin). These very different regions have given me an appreciation for the unique traditions, lifestyles and cooking practices of the north, south and west; my recipes reflect this diversity.

Growing up, my parents always planted huge gardens. Fresh fruits and vegetables were always in abundance. We ate what was in season and preserved the extra for the winter months. My mom is a fantastic cook, who I have learned so much from. Whenever I hit a snag, I give mom a call for advice. She always has a helpful tip to provide.