They say that gardens look better when they are created by loving gardeners rather than by landscapers, because the garden is more tended to and cared for. The same thing goes for cooking. I only cook for people I love.

Grilled cheese and tomato soup is the ultimate comfort meal.

I love to take something ordinary and make it really special.

I time everything. I'm a scientist at heart.

It's so important that you don't put the stuffing in the bird, where in order for the stuffing to get cooked you have to overcook the turkey. It's better to do it on the side.

I've lived in the Hamptons since 1978, when I first bought my store Barefoot Contessa.

In the summer you want fresh, light and sort of quick things; in winter you want things that are comforting, so your body really tells you you want to go towards potatoes, apples, fennel, things that are warm and comforting. And loin of pork.