I have vivid memories about my grandmother. My dad’s mom was everything in my little world. Images of her hands cooking and caring for us are an important piece of person I am today. She always made everyone feel loved and welcome. Regardless of who you were, you always felt like you mattered when you were around her.

I have tried emulating her recipes and even a bit of her style, but there’s one thing she did that I will always attempt to do as well — she was always close to her...