Clik here to view.
Hot Cocoa Grows Up
Spiced Soy Hot Chocolate (courtesy of Soyjoy) Here in the midwest, Old Man Winter hasn’t quite decided if he’s going to show up or not. But I know that before too long, he’s going to unpack his frigid...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Artisan Bread in 5 Minutes a Day
Artisan Bread in 5 Minutes a Day If you love good bread, but don’t want to pay $4 or $5 (or more!) per loaf, rejoice. If you’ve always wanted to make good bread, but were intimidated by yeast,...
View ArticleClik here to view.
DIY Ingredients
Fruit-Infused Honey Vinegars (courtesy of the National Honey Board) While it’s convenient (and sometimes cheaper) to grab ready-to-use ingredients like salad dressings, seasonings and condiments,...
View ArticleClik here to view.
A Better Breakfast
Baked Cherry Almond Oatmeal (courtesy of Quaker Oats) Yes, I know that a bowl of cereal or a couple of frozen waffles do not a healthy breakfast make. But trying to get 2 kids and myself up, dressed,...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Budget-Friendly Recipes
Turkey Tetrazzini (Courtesy Midwest Dairy Association) In college, eating on a budget meant ramen noodles, mac & cheese, and plenty of cheap pizza. And with food prices seeming to go up every week,...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Let’s Talk About Tea
Coco Chai Loose Leaf Tea (Mighty Leaf Tea) Yes, there are a lot of coffee drinkers out there. But those of us who prefer tea aren’t doing too shabby. The Tea Association of the US says that we manage...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Valentine’s Day Treats
Chocolate Chip Cookie Hearts (Courtesy Nestle) So, did you get suckered into sign up to bring Valentine treats to the class party? Or did your kids talk you into hosting a party at your house? Or do...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Last-Minute Valentine Recipes
Gluten-Free Crab Cakes (courtesy California Almond Board) Were you so busy making Valentine treats that you forgot to plan a nice dinner for your own Valentine? Fret not! Here are some quick-fix recipe...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Cooking with Kids
My kitchen's never this clean when I cook. (Photo courtesy iStock) It’s one thing to cook kid-friendly recipes. It’s even better to get the kids into the kitchen and teach them to cook for themselves....
View ArticleClik here to view.
Pizza Pizza!
Sausage Diavolo Pizza (courtesy Jonhsonville) Healthy food is great and all, but sometimes you just need a pizza. I’ve rounded up some fun, traditional and out-of-the-pizza-box ideas for a great family...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Bake Better Cookies
Cookies (from Brave Tart) A cookie’s a cookie, right? Well, if you’re Cookie Monster, sure. But if you want your cookies to really shine and be worth all the time, effort and ingredients you put into...
View ArticleClik here to view.
New Cookbook Roundup
photo courtesy iStock I have two cabinet shelves full-to-bursting with cookbooks, so it’s not like I need anymore. But oh, how I want some more – especially some of these new ones hitting the...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Make a Better Lunch
"Let Us Rap" (courtesy Jif) Are you and the kids tired of the same old thing for lunch every day? Here are 3 easy ways to make a better lunch for everyone. If you’re looking for ways to make a better...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Fun Easter Recipes
Bunny Butt Cake (from Betty Crocker) When I saw the picture for this cake, I knew that the theme for this post had to be about fun Easter recipes. Yes, I take my Easter ham and side dishes seriously,...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Cooking with Mad Men (& other Hollywood Favs)
Mad Men Cookbook If you’d like to cook some of the food from your favorite TV shows and movies, have I got some cookbooks for you! The Unofficial Mad Men Cookbook: Inside the Kitchens, Bars, and...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Recipes for a Rainy Day
Rain, rain, go away... (photo copyright DBMundy, 2010) April showers bring May flowers – and sometimes a gloomy mood or a raging case of cabin fever. Here are 3 recipes that will make a rainy day a...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Say Yes to Strawberries
Strawberry Yogurt Crepes (Courtesy Wheat Foods Council) Strawberry season is coming soon – get ready with a basketful of sweet and savory recipes that make the most of this scrumptious berry....
View ArticleClik here to view.
Mother’s Day Magic
Frozen Raspberry Layer Cake (courtesy Bing.com) It’s not too late to plan a little something to make mom feel special on Mother’s Day. From easy recipes to fancier ones, menu ideas and foodie gifts,...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Salads that Satisfy
Beef Salad with Ginger Soy Dressing (courtesy Soyfoods Assn of North America) Salads can be so much more than a pile of tasteless lettuce and pale tomatoes. Check out these recipes for some salads that...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Beat the Heat with a Refreshing Drink
Rosemary Lemonade Tea (courtesy Lipton Tea) Summer’s not officially here yet, but it’s already plenty hot. Here are some ways to cool off that don’t involve soda, kool-aid, or a lot of sugar....
View Article
