Well, maybe not. But the instant espresso in this recipe is enough to perk up anyone. Plus, they are HEAVENLY with a cup of coffee. …
Eat These Brownies for Breakfast
Apples in Soup? Yes—APPLES!!
I love the flavors of fall. Root veggies and mushrooms galore, alliums and tubers and brassicas—YUM! Added to my homemade soup stock, fall has never …
Slow Cooker Comfort Time!
It’s getting cooler outside and the comfort food cravings are in full-swing. Since I don’t have the time to spend all day in the kitchen, …
Olive Bar Sheet Pan Chicken
Autumn is here and it’s time to start using the oven again. This sheet pan chicken recipe is an easy way to use up any …
It’s TUNA time!
Tuna salad is an easy go-to meal at my house. Especially when you spread it on a slice of artisan baked bread, top it with …
Cool Summer Spaghetti Salad
We’re in the depths of summer here in Iowa, and the heat and humidity can make anyone feel sluggish. With that said, pasta is usually …
Beet Ya to It.
My husband and I bought a new house and I was devastated to leave my garden behind at the old place but was able to …
I Say, Satay!
There is no right or wrong way to skewer your meat, but over the years I’ve given up on the traditional American kabob and have …
Potluck Season is Here!
As memorial day weekend is upon us, it’s time to start pulling out those staple summer potluck recipes. One of my favorites is Mediterranean-style garbanzo …
GARDEN UPDATE: Veggies are PLANTED and GROWING!!
It has been an exciting month. All my hard work from late winter is paying off as I planted my garden. I began “hardening” my …