Summer is great, picnics, pot lucks and back yard grill outs are plentiful, especially in Minnesota where these types of activities are off limits for six months out of the year. Unfortunately for us, this situation can lead to busy schedules and multiple engagements per week. … [Read more...] about Burgered Out? Go Greek
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Food for the Fourth
It's here. The 4th of July happens to mark my favorite point in the summer. My lilies are in full bloom, the hydrangeas just started, balloon flowers are popping. Outside of my garden, marshmallows are roasting, fireworks booming in the sky. We start off our 4th of July at … [Read more...] about Food for the Fourth
Chicken Alfredo Calzones
I used to be afraid of baking bread. It felt like this giant activity that required time and planning. And time. Lots and lots of time. Baking bread is for people with time, and time is something I don't have, I would tell myself. Because, really, I don't. There are things … [Read more...] about Chicken Alfredo Calzones
Prosciutto-Rolled Asparagus Bundles
I received an email from my sister a few weeks ago. All it said was: "Yum." And then there was a link. Because I'm trying to get everyone to try asparagus, I knew it was something I'd be making. You don't like asparagus? That's too bad. You don't know what you're … [Read more...] about Prosciutto-Rolled Asparagus Bundles
Wish I Was There Mediterranean Pasta
I first made this dish several years ago for a ladies' night I was hosting at my house. Instantly a hit, I knew I'd be adding it to my list of favorite easy meals. Adding (or not adding) the meat at the very end makes it vegetarian friendly. There is a lot of dumping from jars … [Read more...] about Wish I Was There Mediterranean Pasta
