February 26, 2016

Late winter meals from the pantry often involve the last of things. For instance, this week we are...

September 1, 2014

Zucchini has gotten a bad rap from people far and wide. For some reason, they think zucchini grows...

November 29, 2013

This is a great time of year to find turkeys on sale at the grocery store. Many stores have...

October 19, 2013
Roasted Chicken

Let''s talk about making foods that work for more than one meal. The easiest way to do this...

August 21, 2013
Whoopie Pie

My first experience with this regional treat was a checkout counter in southern Maine. I am not...

August 14, 2013

This is a simple way to preserve fresh fish. We are using it with Mackerel, since that is what'...

May 16, 2013
Olive Oil vinegar

There are some food items that can be very costly, yet add unbelieveable punch to a recipe. If you...

October 7, 2012

Potatoes are a wonderful way to fill out a meal. Use them flavored any way you can think of,...

September 18, 2012

Cold weather makes fall veggies taste their sweetest. Now is the time to enjoy some delicious...

July 30, 2012

Seasonal eating is also food preservation season. Check out how simple it is to prepare your own...

October 17, 2011
baked beans

I just took a break from writing, to run upstairs and put beans in the pan to soak. That's the...

October 2, 2011

Who doesn't love pancakes? Our family likes to have them for dinner at least once a month, and...

October 1, 2011
Canning and Preserving all in one

My latest project, Canning and Preserving, All In One, has arrived via UPS today! This book has...

September 30, 2011

Dried pears are a tasty snack that your kids will love! I make these quite a bit, due to having a...

September 30, 2011
jams

Do you love jelly? How about honey? Why not combine them both, into a sweet and simple treat. These...

September 29, 2011
Brussels Sprouts

Fall is perfect for Brussels sprouts. They love the cold temperatures, becoming sweeter and more...

September 29, 2011

One thing that I enjoy about canning my own fruits, is that I can control the amount of sugar used...

September 29, 2011

We have a pear tree that offers the best pears. Of course, that might be bias in the fact my kids...

September 24, 2011

This beanless chili is a family favorite around here. It is also a nice introduction to using...

September 24, 2011

This beanless chili is a family favorite around here. It is also a nice introduction to using...

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