Category: Food

10 Ways to Purchase Good Food at Great Prices

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As I detailed in my previous post, using a portion of my food shopping budget at Costco has allowed me to regain control of my out of control grocery bill. While I do find shopping at Costco helpful, it is not the answer to everything for me.  I know that I am not alone in … Continue reading 10 Ways to Purchase Good Food at Great Prices

How Costco Saved My Food Budget

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Is it me or are food prices out of control?   It seems as if product quantities are continually shrinking, while their prices are steadily increasing. There is no doubt that trying to feed a family on a budget is challenging.  If you are trying to feed your family healthy meals, the challenge is even greater.  … Continue reading How Costco Saved My Food Budget

Smoky Grilled Cauliflower Steaks with Peach, Mango, and Black Bean Salsa

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I may be described as many things, but a griller is not one of them. It's just not something that I have gravitated to and there's really no reason for it. Having said that, I do enjoy a good BBQ and have enjoyed some absolutely delicious barbecue feasts. Here's a recipe that will change up … Continue reading Smoky Grilled Cauliflower Steaks with Peach, Mango, and Black Bean Salsa

Chocolate Crinkle Cookies with a Twist

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Our home has always been an allergy friendly home with regards to food.  Thankfully, neither my children or I have anaphalactic reactions to our "no-no" foods. Of late, my middle son has been complaining of various physical and cognitive troubles.  I went with my gut and took him in for a high level food sensitivity … Continue reading Chocolate Crinkle Cookies with a Twist

A Spring Salad with a Hint of Autumn: Apple Walnut Raisin Salad with Cinnamon Vinaigrette

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Normally by this time in April I have cleared out my garden beds, turned the soil, and planted my early seeds.  I'm not sure where the time has escaped to this spring, but I have yet to pay any attention to my poor little garden.  A little laziness now will have consequences I won't be … Continue reading A Spring Salad with a Hint of Autumn: Apple Walnut Raisin Salad with Cinnamon Vinaigrette

The Bird, the Bread, the Bake Off.

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  I remember cooking my first Thanksgiving meal.  I was a newlywed who was still finding her way in the kitchen.  At that time in my life, I regularly turned to Aunt Jemima, Betty Crocker, and the Gorton's Fisherman for cooking advice.  They were always so helpful and reliable.  Cooking from scratch was not something … Continue reading The Bird, the Bread, the Bake Off.