by Tess Pennington | Jul 4, 2013
Zuchinni is one my favorite plants to grow. They’re prolific, reliable and don’t require a lot of babying. The mellow flavor of zuchinni makes for a very adaptable ingredient to recipes. You can make bread with it, stuff it, grill it, saute it – the...
by Tess Pennington | Mar 14, 2011
Carrot apple salad is a favorite side dish in my home. It is packed with vitamins and nutrients and gives my kids a needed vitamin boost during the day. The kids like it because it’s simple and tasty, and does not have a lot of “extras.” I like it...
by Pamela Bofferding | Dec 13, 2016
Brussels sprouts are an excellent source of protein, iron, and potassium. In addition, they contain immune-boosting and bioprotective ingredients including Vitamin C (which prevents cellular damage), fiber (for lowering risk of heart disease and stroke and maintaining...
by Daisy Luther | Jul 17, 2014
Tis the season that we all have zucchini and yellow squash running out our ears. (And if you don’t check out a local farmer’s market to find some!) A while back, I read about two wonderful things….Zoodles and Squashetti. I have more zucchini than I...
by Yvette Stoddart | Aug 22, 2013
I love to grill! Preferably in climates where it doesn’t feel like hell on earth. Because that’s where I live right now. Hell. “Jesus, be a raindrop!” But, sometimes I fight through it and get some yummy goodness out of the grill. Grilled sweet potatoes. Ever tried...
by Tess Pennington | Jun 4, 2011
Homemade chips don’t last long in my house. I like making them for my family because I know they are a healthy alternative to store bought chips. That said, store bought chips are nothing compared to homemade. This recipe is very versatile so play around with...
by Tess Pennington | Nov 18, 2012
I’m a big fan of having a tasty salad before all the Thanksgiving festivities. This fills up my stomach so I don’t overeat and also gives me a healthy dose of spinach. This salad is amazing and a family favorite – even my kids love this salad! If you...
by Tess Pennington | Apr 22, 2011
I’m a born and bred southern girl, and if its one thing I know, it’s how to make potato salad. Now, this isn’t just any ordinary potato salad — it’s got a kick, and a flavor that leaves everyone wanting more. I first discovered this...
by Lizzie Bennett | May 7, 2014
Widely available, cheap, and in some form usually eaten by even the most picky eaters, potatoes are a staple in most households. As well as coming in many varieties, with subtle colour and flavour differences, they have the added benefit of being very filling,...
by Tess Pennington | Jul 7, 2011
Did you know that cooking greens is one of the originally survival foods? This food source has been prepared by humans for over 2,000 years! Turnip greens are a big part of my life. Being brought up in the South, my grandfather cooked turnip greens for every family...
by Ruby Burks | Nov 26, 2015
One of my favorite things about fall is the abundance of winter squashes and all the delicious recipes one can make with them. Unlike their summer cousins, zucchini and yellow crookneck, winter squashes can be stored for two to three months if handled and kept...
by Tess Pennington | Jun 20, 2013
The more I practice making pantry items from scratch, the more I realize how easy it is for us to do it ourselves. We are spending way too much for these “instant” foods such as instant rice and potato flakes when we can make them ourselves using fresh...
