I'm not sure that some of the food purists are in touch with what really goes on in American households.

Sure, you can mix the flour, baking soda, salt, shortening, and the whole nine yards, but why wouldn't you just pull out a box of Bisquick?

You don't need to be born with a silver spoon to reach for the brass ring

I'm an activist for gay marriage equality and children's rights. I'm the face of Share Our Strength.

Different types of chicken come at different price points. Filets are going to be more expensive. If it's bone-in and skin-on it's going to be less expensive.

I'm not sure that some of the food purists are in touch with what really goes on in American households.

I'm the only girl on The Food Network who grills - I have two bestselling grilling books. I try to really focus on what men and women can do outside together out on the grill. I think it's really fun to have men and women out there together, having fun, working and enjoying themselves.