Thank you for stopping by I Need Some Mo. After a bit of a break, I’m so happy to be back sharing my joy for cooking with you. Things look a little different for me now than they did when I first started my blog. I’m now armed with two kiddos, have a solid decade of marriage under my belt, and an even deeper passion for making cooking a breeze so that I can better manage my family’s busy schedules, getting us back to enjoying the good stuff in life. I plan to share some of my favorite delicious and time-saving recipes to help you do the same.

Before the term “foodie” became a trend and badge of honor, I immersed myself in the world of cooking and the joy that it could bring. I was constantly trying out recipes for cookies and cornbread in my childhood kitchen, learning the special seasoning that my grandmother used to make a holiday ham oh-so-sweet, or that the secret ingredient that made all of my Gran’s cakes better than anyone else’s was inevitably always ‘love’. To me, no detail or feat was too small in the world of cooking. As a child, I even remember making the bagged lunches I prepared the night before school look like they belonged in an editorial rather than a brown paper bag. My love for cooking stemmed from my love for people, and the ability that my gift has to bring my loved ones together, and to help people have a great time.

Nearly three decades since I was milling around my Gran’s kitchen, I’ve now cultivated my love into a blossoming career by graduating from the Culinary Institute of America in 2011 with a degree in Baking and Pastry, working for several prestigious bakeries and special events companies in the Atlanta area, and even guest appearing on numerous occasions on nationally syndicated daytime talk shows, and as featured chef for festivals and expos around the country.

I dipped my toes into I Need Some Mo several years ago but put it aside to pursue other life obligations - something many can relate to! But when you have a gift and a desire, it pulls on you until you give it the attention it deserves, so here I am.

I believe cooking is something everyone can handle and enjoy, so the main goal of I Need Some Mo is to share recipes that are delicious, beautifully presented, and most importantly, conquerable! While running my own business and chasing my two daughters, I understand that a home-cooked meal doesn’t need hours in front of the stove. Expect countless meals that'll get dinner on the table in thirty minutes or sometimes even fifteen! And as a self-proclaimed social butterfly, I always say “Mama’s still got it and doesn’t plan to lose it,” so I've also added a section for delicious cocktails and fresh ideas on hors d’oeuvres for the times when you want to party and spend more time out of the kitchen with your guests!

Thank you for stopping by my page. Come on in, kick your shoes off, and get comfortable! There’s so much love poured into these recipes, and I genuinely hope they bring you a full belly and heart with every dish you try.