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Gluten-Free Ice Cream Sandwiches
I was blessed with four wonderful grandparents. One grandfather was a mechanic. The other, a proofreader for the local paper. My dad’s mom was a home economist, and my mom’s […]
Strawberry-Watermelon Water with Basil
Let’s keep it cool and easy this week. When it’s hot outside, the last thing you want to do is cook. Beat the heat and don’t even think about turning […]
“Use a Spoon” Chopped Salad with Tomatoes, Cucumber, Red Onion and Kalamata Olives
There is always the unexpected. Even when you expect it, it can still take you by surprise. The weather may change, you can’t find any fresh corn at the store, […]
Salted Peanut Butter Oatmeal Cookie Bars
It’s fun in the sun and it’s all about adventure. If you want to go where the next road takes you, be prepared. Get packed for your journeys with plenty […]
Loaded Chopped Caesar
You know it’s almost summer: the weather has changed enough that you’re wearing sandals, but you still want to order your lattes hot. It won’t be long until we’re in […]
Chive Pesto Potato Salad
Ready or not, here comes summer! You know it’s time when you reach for short sleeves more often than not and start to notice everything around you turning an even […]
Chokladbollar (Chocolate Balls)
Spring greening equals spring cleaning. While you transition your home for the summer, it’s also a great time for some organization. This year, while I’m doing deeper dusting and vacuuming, […]
Carrot and Ginger Tea Sandwiches and Blackberry Elderflower Spritzers
Of all the cards, flowers, and gifts I gave mom through the years, none of them could ever outshine the Mother’s Day breakfast in bed I made for her when […]
Shrimp-Avocado and Grilled Steak Tostadas
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo by cooking up something spicy with your choice of two tostadas. Crisp, crunchy corn tortillas loaded with your favorite toppings make the perfect meal and they’re […]
Mediterranean Mezze Dip
In our early dating days, my soon-to-be husband had to take a trip to Canada. His flight home was going to arrive very early, but I agreed to pick him […]