Hi there, I’m Chef Laura Carter, a 45-year-old homegrown cook nestled in the heart of Asheville, North Carolina. My kitchen smells like melted butter most days, and there’s always a cast-iron skillet within reach. I didn’t go to culinary school, but I grew up in a house where recipes were scribbled on the backs of envelopes and Sunday dinners were sacred.

My grandmother Mabel, a Southern belle with a stubborn streak and a killer peach cobbler, was my first culinary teacher. She taught me that food isn’t just sustenance—it’s memory, it’s comfort, it’s how we say “I love you” without words. I still use her old wooden spoon, worn smooth from decades of stirring gumbo and biscuit dough.

Over the years, I’ve developed a soft spot for recipes that carry a story. You know the kind: a chicken pot pie that reminds you of snow days home from school, or a pot of chili that tastes like a crisp autumn football game. I love weaving a bit of nostalgia into every dish, and I’m not afraid to throw in a cultural twist here and there—a little miso in the gravy, some za’atar on the roasted carrots. Food should evolve with us.

I started sharing my recipes online a few years ago when my kids went off to college and the house felt too quiet. What began as a way to document family favorites grew into a warm community of kindred spirits who love a good story almost as much as a good meal. We swap tips, troubleshoot soggy pie crusts, and celebrate the magic of browned butter together.

My philosophy? Cook with heart, season with curiosity, and never underestimate the power of a warm cookie straight from the oven. Welcome to my kitchen—I hope you find something here that fills your belly and your soul.

When I’m not in the kitchen, I’m jotting down ideas for the next nostalgic dish that might bring comfort to someone else. Whether you’re a seasoned cook or just learning to boil water, I’m so glad you’re here. Let’s cook together, share memories, and keep the spirit of home cooking alive. Thank you for visiting Histo Recipes—my name is Chef Laura Carter, and I hope you feel right at home here.