I think our family’s Mother’s Day celebration is a more elaborate meal than just about any other holiday, with the exception of Thanksgiving, and even that may be a stretch.
I love the month of May. I always make a huge brunch with all types of breakfast and lunch items on a huge buffet. It usually takes the entire day before to get...
Food and traditions go hand in hand. We often associate holidays and other special events specifically with a certain meal or dish. Birthday means cake. Thanksgiving means turkey. Even the not-so-happy times call for food. Down with a cold? Chicken soup.
One of my family’s...
I met a wonderful couple the other day that I will never forget. He told me he was 90 and she didn’t divulge her age -- and both of them looked wonderful and happy. They had been married for decades. They both love to cook, and he was a former chef. We talked for a long time about food and cooking, and how our easiest recipes are often our...
Dessert is something I feel should be the crowning glory of the day. A treat is what you need after a long and stressful day of work or raising kids.
But the calories and fat that go with desserts can make them an evil temptation, which, of course, makes them even more appealing. But here is a dessert that is not only fat-free, but...
Mexican food is one of my favorites, but it usually isn’t as healthy as I’d like. The cheese and sauces and meats, can add lots of delicious flavor, but also a lot of calories and fat. My Enchilada Casserole is super easy and is full of healthy ingredients.
Zucchini, spinach, black beans and corn make up the bulk of the filling, and the...
