The winner according to Random Number Generator: is Stephanie (no, not The Park Wife) who said “stew sounds wonderful in a Dutch oven with cobbler for dessert!” Congratualtions, I will be contacting you! It’s no secret that I love my cast iron. I admitted my love for all 18 of the pieces I own and […]
Our family has been making a transition to healthier eating during the last few years and one of the foods we’ve changed is our bread. I like knowing what’s in our food. I like simple ingredients. And I LOVE the smell and taste of homemade bread. Like most women, I have a full schedule and […]
I try to bring my children in the kitchen to participate in the craft of cooking. Not all the time, of course. (We all know a mama sometimes needs to cook in peace.) I enjoy watching my children learn about food, and I love that measuring and following recipe directions allow for practical application of […]
Are you a Brussels sprouts lover or hater? Often maligned as bitter, mushy or tasteless, this tiny member of the crucifer family (think mustard greens, cabbage, broccoli) probably owes its ill-gotten reputation to poor preparation more than anything else. Sure, it’s bitter and limp when overcooked. However, prepared properly, Brussels sprouts have a sweet, nutty […]
When the long, gray days of winter set in, I think of soup. I want to enjoy a warm, hearty and comforting meal that chases those chilly days away. For me, the slow cooker is the quintessential kitchen tool for that. I call this an accidental soup. It was one of those dishes that just […]
Want to know a secret? I’d never had collard greens until I was well into my 20s. But that’s not the half of it. Y’all, the first time I ever had collard greens? It was when I was living in Colorado. Yes, I admit, my first introduction to this Southern staple was in what can only […]
It’s tradition in my family to ring in the New Year with a round of black eyed peas. This Southern comfort food is the centerpiece of a meal that can include pork, corn bread, and collard greens or cabbage. The first meal served in the New Year, it is thought to bring prosperity. But do […]
If your family is like mine, you look forward to a mouth-watering feast on Christmas Day with your table piled high with an abundance of food. We always have plenty for the big day with lots of leftovers to enjoy later. What’s the best way to take advantage of your leftover abundance? Here are some […]
Looking for a great appetizer with a healthy flair? Look no further than this festive, fruity recipe! You can have the simple, healthy Five Fruit Salsa or kick it up a tasty notch by adding the Cream Cheese Sauce. Your choice! Five Fruit Salsa and Cinnamon Tortilla Chips Ingredients: Choose Five Fruits to make 5 […]