About the Author

Name: Laura Hobbs

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Bio: Born and raised in Fayetteville, Laura Hobbs is a self-proclaimed foodie and avid cook. She lives in Fayetteville's Washington-Willow Historic District with her ever-hungry husband, Eric, and their two dogs, Susie and Olive.

Posts written by Laura Hobbs

Skip to My Tiramisu, My Darlin’

Skip to My Tiramisu, My Darlin’

March 14, 2010 · 3 Comments

Tiramisu takes some time, some planning, some patience, and a heck of a lot of self-control to keep your fingers – or your face – out of the mixing bowl.

Tomato Soup – The Remix

Tomato Soup – The Remix

March 7, 2010 · 8 Comments

Tomato soup has long gotten the short end of the culinary stick, so to speak.

Foodie’s Five Challenge

Foodie’s Five Challenge

February 24, 2010 · 1 Comment

I made myself a challenge last week – make a meal with no more than five ingredients. That’s right, five. Fünf. Cinco.

Real Deal Cornmeal

Real Deal Cornmeal

February 10, 2010 · No Comments

David Dickey’s “Green” Cornmeal is in a medium-coarse grind, and works perfectly for cornbread, stuffing, adding a crunch to cookies – or in my case, adding a delightful texture to buttermilk biscuits.

Happy Birthday, Foodie!

Happy Birthday, Foodie!

February 3, 2010 · 18 Comments

And what milestone commemoration goes without cake? For Foodie’s birthday, I made one of my all-time favorites, Mexican chocolate fudge cake.

Potluck Potstickers

Potluck Potstickers

January 21, 2010 · 2 Comments

I had three themes going at once: Indian-inspired, potluck-friendly and Chinese dumplings. Surely – surely, I could make this work, right?

One Pot Wonder

One Pot Wonder

January 15, 2010 · 14 Comments

As the time passed, the house began to fill with a wonderful, comforting, mouth-watering smell. Needless to say, dinner was delicious, and I barely had to lift a finger!

Foodie 101 – Quiche

Foodie 101 – Quiche

January 5, 2010 · 1 Comment

Quiche is very versatile fare – it can be eaten for breakfast, brunch, lunch or even dinner.

Holiday Happy Hour

Holiday Happy Hour

December 16, 2009 · 1 Comment

With a bowl of sweet, spicy nuts, and a mug of heady Glühwein, The Laura Show took a well-deserved timeout. I highly recommend it, and you know you deserve it. Happy holidays!

Mac & Cheese, Please

Mac & Cheese, Please

December 8, 2009 · 5 Comments

In my book, mac & cheese means large bites of al dente pasta filled with gooey, oozy cheese sauce, topped with a crunchy breadcrumb topping, hot and bubbling right out of the oven.

Rice Pudding – Thanksgiving Remix

Rice Pudding – Thanksgiving Remix

November 24, 2009 · 1 Comment

I took a standard rice pudding recipe and turned up the volume by adding pumpkin, spice and a generous helping of brown sugar and bourbon whipped cream.

Bye Bye Bananas

Bye Bye Bananas

November 11, 2009 · 8 Comments

I have a recurring problem. Every Saturday morning, while on my grocery run, I buy too many bananas.

Foodie 101 – Roast Chicken

Foodie 101 – Roast Chicken

November 4, 2009 · 13 Comments

During my last hair cut, my stylist made an alarming and worrisome observation. “I’m loving Flyer Foodie,” she said, “I just wish you’d do something… easy.”

Ripe Pears and the Orange Notebook

Ripe Pears and the Orange Notebook

October 27, 2009 · 13 Comments

The flavor of the pears was distinct but not overpowering, and provided just the right amount of sweetness to offset the saltiness of the Maytag and the peppered bacon.

Sonntag Dalken

Sonntag Dalken

October 14, 2009 · 6 Comments

Light and airy, sweet and warm, Dalken are a real treat. Next time you have a craving for an afternoon pick-me-up, treat yourself to something special.

Root Soup

Root Soup

October 8, 2009 · 5 Comments

To tend to my stuffy head, I made a huge pot of soup this weekend from some of the gnarliest, cutest root vegetables I got at the Farmers’ Market.

Pumpkin Pickin’ Time

Pumpkin Pickin’ Time

September 30, 2009 · 4 Comments

Beginning this fall season, Dickey Farms will be opening their pumpkin patch to the public.

Back to School Bars

Back to School Bars

September 23, 2009 · 3 Comments

My own dear husband, who after graduating college a number of years ago, has gone back to school to become an architect. My first concern, of course, is keeping him fed.

Just Beet It

Just Beet It

September 16, 2009 · 7 Comments

Beets taste like dirt. And who willingly eats dirt? Not me. That is, until recently.

Mom’s Deviled Eggs

Mom’s Deviled Eggs

September 1, 2009 · 9 Comments

At any social gathering that my mom is invited to, her deviled eggs reign supreme.