Good Cook, Grandma

For every year that I can remember, my Mom's family would get together on Christmas Eve for the traditional fish dinner.  It was a meal that we all learned to look forward to not just for the delicious lobsters, shrimp and scallops, but because the entire family was there to spend quality time.  One year,  a long time ago, back when it was still hosted in Brooklyn at my Grandma and Grandpa Basile's house, we were all eating in silence ~ enjoying the good eats.  Out of no where, the little voice of my cousin Mikey who was no older than 5 says "Good cook, Grandma."  It was so adorable and perfect.  I think we all laughed and agreed!

Well, since then, whenever I am eating something that is just so yummy I think, "Good cook, Grandma" no matter who the actual cook was.  Last night, James had that moment because it was the first time that he ate something that didn't resemble cardboard.

May I present....PEAS!

But not just any peas - organic sweet peas made fresh by yours truly.  Yes ~ I am now a top chef in the world of baby food.  It is so simple to do...all you need is a steaming basket, a bowl and a blender.

Thanks to my Aunt Linda, we are well equipped with the Sage Spoonfuls baby food system inclusive of those handy dandy food containers.  My goal is to make as much as James' food as possible, but I am realistic.  I'm not sure I will have the stomach to puree meat.  I think Gerber is going to have to handle that one.  :)

James seemed to really enjoy this new food adventure.  The first bite was hilarious...

... but after a few more, he started liking it a lot.  So much so that he finished the entire bowl...and was actually looking for more!

Good cook, Grandma indeed.  :)