Some nights dinners just have to be easy. Whether you’ve had a busy day, or just don’t feel like spending a lot of time in the kitchen, having a few simple recipes on hand can be really helpful. When I am trying to come up with something quick to make for dinner, it needs to have…
Garden Vegetable Rigatoni
When I think of August, I think of how close it is to Fall. My children are getting ready to go back to school and it seems like everyone’s minds have shifted into the season of Fall. My garden however, is still producing some great tasting vegetables! I may not be getting the quantity I…
Summer Garden Salad
During the Summer I cannot get enough of all the fresh fruits and vegetables in my garden and at the road side stands. There are many healthy meals and snacks that are made from those fruits and vegetables, and then there are some not so healthy, delicious, old fashioned dessert recipes that one must absolutely make…
Spinach & Watermelon Salad
Once the warmer weather is here, more fresh fruits and vegetables are available in the grocery store and at local stands, and I just can’t get enough. I love the bright colors and delicious taste! Salads are such a quick and easy lunch or dinner that can fulfill your daily fruit and vegetable requirements too. Have…
Garlicky Green Bean & Parmesan Soup
Welcome to May! The weather is slowly getting warmer and the first of my daffodils have blossomed and I am sure my tulips (my absolute favorite) aren’t far behind. I have been busy working up the soil in my garden and planting a few Spring vegetables. I like to bring as much fresh food to…
Broccoli, Provolone & Ricotta Grilled Cheese Sandwiches
Did you know that April is National Grilled Cheese Month? I always loved grilled cheese sandwiches when I was a child. I remember real butter spread on regular white bread, stuffed with American cheese slices and grilled in a skillet until it had a perfect, beautiful golden color along with a delicious crunch when I…
Santa Fe Rice & Beans
The cold continues! This winter has just been crazy. I know eventually Spring will soon come around, but wow, the cold has been brutal. My children are off from school part of the week and I am hoping for wind chills to be above 20 degrees at least one of those days, so they can…
Loaded Vegetable Soup
After feeling a little under the weather and taking a few days off in the kitchen, I finally felt like myself again yesterday. Bad sinus headaches and a sore throat aren’t fun at all! My children were off from school again because of the frigid below zero temperatures, so we all stayed warm and cozy…
