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"Can you bring a salad?" My family and I currently live a state or two away from our immediate family.  When we come home for family holidays, they are kind to provide most of the meal. So, I’ll ask how I can help with the holiday meal and consistently get the reply “Can you bring a salad?”  Honestly, I can do the main dishes if it’s necessary, but I’m a side-dish fanatic and it’s where any kitchen talents I have lies. Come to think of it, I’m always in charge of the side dishes even if the meal is at...

There has been one staple in my lifestyle change years ago- bone/vegetable stocks! Stocks are so simple to make and are an easy way to add vitamins, minerals, and healing properties to your diet. My favorite is chicken stock and it is so simple to add to recipes, make soups, or store in the freezer! I make sure to save it in different sizes of plastic containers so that when I freeze the stock, I can take out specific amount that I am needing, such as 1 cup to sip on, 2 cups for adding to a recipe, and 4...

  If you've lost your appetite today, don't worry! I think I have it!   THE ORIGINAL CHEESEBURGER SOUP Ingredients: 2 pound ground beef 2-4 cups potatoes, diced 1 medium size onion, chopped 1 cup shredded carrots (I’ve also used chopped and julienne) ½ cup diced celery 1 tsp garlic 2 tablespoons olive oil 4 cups chicken stock (Reserve ¼ cup for Step 6) 1 cup milk ½-1 cup shredded cheese 1 Tbsp tapioca or arrowroot powder (or all-purpose flour) 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon pepper Optional: 1 tsp of Basil and/or 1 tsp Parsley Stovetop Instructions: Brown the ground beef in...

I’d like to think I’m a planner, but my history shows I tend to lean towards spontaneity. Especially when it comes to food- I usually go by feeling and what I’ve got in my pantry. Well, that doesn’t work too well for homemade cheesecake that has to bake and cool in the fridge, which usually take 6 hours in which most people make it the day before. So, when its 2pm on my husband’s birthday and I don’t have his favorite dessert ready- I’ve got to have a few last-minute solutions! It wouldn’t be fun in the kitchen without of...

Anyone else have a hard time eating heated food in hot weather? I sure know I don’t want to start the oven in the house when it’s a 90-degree day! Cowboy Caviar hits the spot in the summer with its fresh, savory components; and it’s presentation of abundant colors doesn’t hurt too. This cold salad got it’s name by being known as the “poor man’s” version of true caviar, but there is nothing poor to it when it comes to nutrition and being packed-full of fresh vegetables. Did I mention this recipe is dairy-free, gluten-free, and a great option for...