Food Bites & Articles
Homemade Loaves of Happiness
Savory or sweet, there is is nothing better than homemade bread. The smells that come from the oven can have you impatiently watching the clock waiting for the finished product. For those that have never tried, making bread couldn't be...
Nuts for Peanut Butter
I know I have shared this with you all before, but I have a big weakness for peanut butter. And recently, all I seem to want to do is grab a spoon, a jar and dig in. My craving is...
Bake Sales Can’t Be Beat
From Halloween events at school, to church gatherings and fall festivals, there seems to be a bake sale everywhere I turn these days. I'm sure all you wonderful home cooks have been asked to contribute something from time to time....
Wait for It … Slow Cooker Favorites
With the weather cooling down, it's the perfect time to create some delectable dishes with your slow cooker. Take this wonderful machine out of your cabinets, make room for it on the counter and get creative.Nancy Manlove has a creative...
Passion for Pasta
Happy National Pasta Month! Have you noticed recently there seems to be a different food themed day for each day of the year? Believe me, I'm not complaining. To me, that means every day is another type of food to...
How Do You Like Them Apples (Recipes!)
This past weekend I went apple picking with my grandson and had such an enjoyable day. There is something wonderful about being outside on a fall day that just makes everything perfect. We had so many laughs, and picked SOOO...
Meat Free and Magnificent
We all know I am a huge fan of eating meat. There is nothing more satisfying to me than a steak off the grill or a nice juicy hamburger. Oh, who am I kidding. I haven't met a meat dish...
The Flavors of Fall
Fall has officially arrived. Is it me, or does the air just smell a little different this time of year? So crisp and clean, it makes me want to take a deep breath and soak in everything that fall has...
Taco Night Delight
The time comes every year when we can't wait for the kiddos to head back-to-school. Then it happens - school activities. It's almost like a mental block goes up each summer, where you forget how hectic school days can be....
Friends, Family, Football … and Food!
Fall is arriving. And with it the foliage begins to turn, along with a slight nip in the evening air. And for my family and friends ... it's football time! The sport is big business in my part of the...
Tantalize Your Taste Buds with Tomatoes
SMKUGVC56E82I've said it before and I will say it again - I LOVE tomatoes. When they are ripe and juicy, you can eat them as a snack (I may be known to do this from time to time...). On their...
Get Your Grill On!
That time of the year is here again. While it doesn't technically end until September 21st, we all know that Labor Day is really the end of Summer. The date of Labor Day may change each year (it's always the...
Enjoying the Last Tastes of Summer
I’ve always loved summer. As a child, my perfect afternoon was swimming with friends and playing tag with the neighborhood kids. Now that I’m older, my summer afternoons have slowed down a bit. It’s about enjoying a glass of sweet...
Back to School: Brighten Up Your Lunch Boxes with Surprising, Kid-Friendly Recipes
Shhhh.... don't tell the kiddos, but it's nearly back to school time again! I can hardly believe it myself. It seems just like yesterday that I finally got all the summer clothes ironed and hung up. (Oh dear, I think...
Pie for Dinner: The Art of the Quiche
Have you ever stared into your fridge wondering what to make for dinner? Do you sometimes find yourself distracted and in a bit of a rush? Are your kids, shall we say, "picky"? Not us. Ok, I hope you're laughing,...
Introducing…. The Best Buttercream Icing Ever!
Growing up we had a family friend named Catherine who moonlighted as a special occasion cake decorator. And when I say moonlighted, I mean just that: she would spend many late nights putting the finishing touches on wedding cakes, cupcake...
Cool Off With Fresh Summer Drink Ideas
There's a charming spot right off our little downtown square where they make liquid gold. They call it Almond Punch, but I swear it's priceless. Cool and cravable, it's the go-to for every lunching lady who steps across the threshold....
Stay Cool With Easy No-Bake Desserts
Just because it’s warm outside doesn’t mean your kitchen has to be! There are so many tasty dessert recipes that don’t require you to touch your stove much less turn on your oven.Ever tried dessert from a Crock Pot? Cindy...
Recipes Win Over Fans In Great Onion Debate
"Leave out the onions and I'm in!" "Onions are a must for me and salad would not be complete without them, especially the red ones." It's an age old debate, to add onions or not to add onions! We got...
The Secret Is In The Sauce…
Ever wonder what makes your favorite restaurant food so darn delectable? Or what the special sauce is to their culinary magic? Well, turns out a lot of times it's just that... the sauce! "My husband and I had jerk chicken...