“Big, burly Harley with the heart of an angel, soul of a teddy bear, and Sue with her backbone of titanium, spiked… — Amy E. Reichert Couple Copy Share Image
“She planned to make a roast beef, a pile of mashed potatoes, corn- then mounted it into a bowl and drown it… — Amy E. Reichert Comfort food Copy Share Image
“Devlin gave her a kiss, took her hand, and walked right over her plans. Lou struggled to breathe under the weight of… — Amy E. Reichert Gaze Copy Share Image
“Homemade fudge sauce. Her favorite. She stuck her finger in it and sucked the chocolate off. "There's ice cream in the freezer.… — Amy E. Reichert Dairy Copy Share Image
“Lou popped up often in his daydreams: her warm eyes, creamy skin, even her scars. Where were those from? Not many women… — Amy E. Reichert Lou-and-al Copy Share Image
“Everyone deserves a little pampering when they're sick. I'm sure you'd do the same." "Of course. I'd bring you mountains of cheese… — Amy E. Reichert Love Copy Share Image
“Do not hide who you are. These are a nurturer's hands. Cooking is hard and sometimes painful work, but you do it… — Amy E. Reichert Cooking Copy Share Image
“He'd been living a lie since he arrived. He'd pretended to be a local, yet had loathed everything about Milwaukee. Now Al… — Amy E. Reichert Al-waters Copy Share Image
“While Lou loved the raucous music, loud voices, and chaotic movement of a dinner rush, the calm of prep-work soothed her soul… — Amy E. Reichert Cooking Copy Share Image
“Al and Lou had arrived at the Wisconsin State Fair by nine in the morning for fresh egg omelettes in the Agriculture… — Amy E. Reichert Apple cider Copy Share Image
“She slapped a few slices of bacon on the heated griddle. Sizzling started immediately and the scent of rising coconut cake mingled… — Amy E. Reichert Bacon and eggs Copy Share Image
“As he walked past the newsstand, he couldn't help sniffing the air, searching for hints of bacon, coconut, and vanilla. Combined with… — Amy E. Reichert Al-waters Copy Share Image
“Lou loved watching Al savor every bite. She mentally vowed to make him an amazing meal just to see him enjoy it.… — Amy E. Reichert Food Copy Share Image
“Lou took a deep breath, inhaling the scent of just-cut flowers, fresh tamales from the food stands, and sunshine. She preferred the… — Amy E. Reichert Brick wall Copy Share Image
“I love you for the million kindnesses in your heart, your infectious enthusiasm, your search for the perfect deep-fried cheese curds. I… — Amy E. Reichert Declaration-of-love Copy Share Image
“Tonight she'd share her idea with Chris over a rare family meal. In preparation, she was making scrambled eggs, bacon, and toast,… — Amy E. Reichert Every night Copy Share Image
“How can you say anything other than Ratatouille is Pixar's best movie? Your a chef, for Christ's sake," Sue said. Lou smiled… — Amy E. Reichert Debate Copy Share Image
“They spent the next hour nibbling their way through the food stalls, sharing spiral-cut potatoes, pork sandwiches, and cream puffs. They found… — Amy E. Reichert Cream puffs Copy Share Image
“His smile reminded her of Bruce, the friendly shark from Finding Nemo- he'd be your friend until he smelled blood; then you… — Amy E. Reichert Bruce Copy Share Image
“Happiness is always worth remembering, even when it was temporary.” — Amy E. Reichert Happiness Copy Share Image
“I would have agreed to any sum if a night with you were on the table." His voice was husky in her… — Amy E. Reichert Gaze Copy Share Image
“Lou had brought the grill from ice-cold to scorching-hot faster than a firestorm; the brats were preboiled in beer and onions and… — Amy E. Reichert Brats Copy Share Image
“Lou recovered some foie gras, duck confit, and assorted veggies and herbs. As she grabbed the items, a menu started bubbling to… — Amy E. Reichert Dinner-date Copy Share Image
“Before the downpour, Al had thought Lou looked alluring in her pale pink T-shirt and simple flowered skirt. Her soft brown waves… — Amy E. Reichert Downpour Copy Share Image
“The cocktails were fizzy and pink toward the top, then became a dark red at the bottom of the glass. "What's in… — Amy E. Reichert Attraction Copy Share Image
“Coconut teased him with tropical deliciousness; then the vanilla he so often smelled on Lou's neck wafted up. He ached to hold… — Amy E. Reichert Coconut Copy Share Image
“Lou's arteries congealed as she recalled the pounds of butter that went into the meal and the two pies cooling in the… — Amy E. Reichert Born and raised Copy Share Image
“Luella had been Lou's favorite grandma. Some grandmas took their grandchildren to parks, or bought them books and dolls, or shared their… — Amy E. Reichert Books Copy Share Image
“Anything good on the trucks?" "Some beautiful lake salmon, fresh asparagus, and new potatoes." "New enough their skin is peeling?" "Yes." "I… — Amy E. Reichert Food Copy Share Image
“Lou hoisted up her gown and winced as she tottered across the parking lot. The sparkly four-inch heels had looked so pretty… — Amy E. Reichert Inspiration Copy Share Image
