Quotes from Katie Lee
Working on my first novel, 'Groundswell' - about a woman recovering from a bad breakup who falls in love with surfing - I spent a month south of the border. And when I wasn't writing or surfing, I was eating. A lot.
— Katie Lee
I have always wanted to write a novel, and I tried many times but could never find the right story. One day, I was walking on the beach, and the idea for 'Groundswell' hit me. I went into the house and started writing and never stopped.
— Katie Lee
I love cooking except for an annoying step - cleaning up.
— Katie Lee
By the end of the winter, I'm always battling too-tight pants. My solution: Eat lean protein, good grains, and veggies.
— Katie Lee
I never grew up with money, and I never wanted a lot of material things.
— Katie Lee
I just love to look at cookbooks, it's almost like they're comic books for me. I can't look at them before bed; it gets me too excited.
— Katie Lee
The best thing about summer entertaining is it doesn't have to be fancy - and you can eat outdoors. You can use a tablecloth or just a piece of fabric you love. You can't go wrong with white candles; put them in jars or hurricane vases.
— Katie Lee
Portion control is not an option for me. I like mass quantities, so I have to create healthy meals that I love but won't feel guilty about eating.
— Katie Lee
My biggest cooking influence, my No. 1, is my grandma. Then it's the farmers. When I go to the farm stand and see what's available, that's where I get most of my inspiration.
— Katie Lee
I like a good burger as much as the next girl, but sometimes, I say hold the beef. In fact, every week, I do Meatless Monday to feel a little healthier.
— Katie Lee
If summer had one defining scent, it'd definitely be the smell of barbecue.
— Katie Lee
Every great summer party starts with a list. Throwing something together chaotically ends up being more work than taking 15 minutes to make a plan first.
— Katie Lee