About Me
Welcome to "Man, That Stuff Is Good!"
Hi, I'm Denise Gaudette Grisham, and I'm so glad you're here.
With countless food blogs out there, I truly appreciate you stopping by mine—and I hope you’ll come back often. This blog is a heartfelt collection of recipes, memories, and stories rooted in family, tradition, and a love of good food.
A Bit About Me
I grew up in the 60s, a time when family dinners were sacred. We cooked together, ate together, and talked—without screens or distractions. That tradition shaped me, and I still believe the family that eats together builds the strongest bonds.
In 1975, we moved 1,200 miles south, opening up a whole new world of flavors. That move sparked a lifelong love of discovering and creating recipes. Nothing compares to a home-cooked meal, especially when made with love.
How This Blog Began
This blog started out of necessity—and passion. I was constantly sharing recipes with friends and family by email. Eventually, I realized I was building a pretty substantial digital cookbook.
The name? It comes from what we kept hearing at family dinners:
"Man, that s**t was GOOD!"
We swapped in “stuff” for a more family-friendly vibe, and it stuck.
My first official cookbook—created through Tastebook.com—was a gift to my kids, packed with 100 recipes I wanted them to have when they went off to college. It made me slow down and measure everything—finally!
Family Recipes & Food Memories
My grandmother Eva Gaudette, was a wonderful cook. Grandma Gaudette, who lived to almost 104, was a brilliant baker. Though I didn’t inherit her baking skills, I did inherit her handwritten recipe file. When my Aunt Pauline sent it to me, I was over the moon.
To preserve that family treasure, I compiled her recipes into a printable family cookbook.
👉 [Download it here (PDF)]
What You’ll Find Here
This blog is all about real food with a Southern flair (and a sprinkle of my Northern roots). I like things simple, affordable, and full of flavor.
You’ll find:
🍴 Family recipes passed down or shared by friends
📸 Step-by-step photos to help beginners feel confident
💰 Budget-friendly meals using pantry staples
💚 Healthier options, inspired by our own lifestyle changes
A Work of Love (and a Hobby!)
Five years and 640+ posts later, I still love sharing recipes when I can. I work full-time, so I may not post as often as I'd like—but I’m here as long as you keep visiting.
I love hearing from readers and try to respond as quickly as I can. If you're thinking about starting your own blog, my best advice is this: Do it because you’re passionate.
Thanks again for stopping by!
Warmly,
Denise Gaudette Grisham
