Debra Cummings
School: University of Missouri-St. Louis
Expertise: Recipe development; cooking techniques; baking; beer, wine & cocktails; travel
Debra Cummings
- 13 years of experience in recipe development, writing and food photography
- Founder of FineFoodsBlog, a food site with an emphasis on easy-to-follow recipes with global flavors
- Popular Taste of Home articles include: "The Best Pie Shop in Every State" and "12 Easter Traditions From Around the World"
Experience
Debra is the founder of FineFoodsBlog where she develops, writes about and photographs simplified recipes with global flavors inspired by her travels. She’s a firm believer that anyone can cook pretty much anything as long as they have clear steps to follow. Debra’s straightforward recipes on Taste of Home reflect that belief, as seen in dishes like English custard tart and gluten-free cream of chicken soup. She also writes guides on new ways to use classic ingredients, like vanilla extract, and catching (and fixing) common mistakes you might be making in the kitchen.
Education
University of Missouri-St. Louis, bachelor's in communications
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