Christie Wood: My mother makes the best fried chicken gizzards. As you can tell I have a little bit of hick in me. She would also make beef heart but I am not a fan. My parents grew up during the great depression. It was a sin to waste food. Some of those values have stuck with me. I am a rabid home canner and I cook most meals from scratch. But I will also cruise through McDonalds at least once a month for a Quarter Pounder with cheese.

Question: Were you taught to eat everything on your plate -- and feel guilty when you throw food away?