County fair season is in full swing. When our kids were little I think we went to 3 or 4 different fairs in the summer. While I was pregnant with...

Some foods are just better together. Chocolate and peanut butter, strawberries and whipped cream,movie theater popcorn and Junior Mints and of...

A hearty salad and a thick slice of bread is sometimes all you need for a great summertime meal. At first glance you may be thinking, who has...

This summer is going by faster than my dog when she hears a piece of string cheese being unwrapped. Seriously though, Friday is already the 4th of...

I love a good piece of sour cream raisin pie, however, I’m alone in that love at my house and eating an entire pie is out of the question. Creamy...

I  don’t make quiche very often and I’m not sure why. I love pie crust and have passed that love down to my daughter. She gets a little upset if...

School is out for the summer, but that doesn’t mean the learning has stopped. It’s a terrific time to teach kids some basic kitchen skills....

If you’ve been reading this column for any length of time, you’re probably aware of my dislike for rhubarb. I do include rhubarb recipes, however,...

Why would you tuck that slow cooker away for the summer, when it’s the perfect way to cook up some tasty ribs without any fuss? If you’ve ever...

It’s time to kick off the first of the summer celebrations, Memorial Day. When you live in this part of the country, that could mean sunshine, warm...

The recipes this week couldn’t be easier. If you can turn an oven on and boil noodles, You’ve got the skills to make a great meal. There’s a very...

Mother’s day is Sunday, also known as the fishing opener weekend in Minnesota. The recipes this week are honestly so easy even the clumsiest cook could make them and have...

Craving meat and potatoes but don’t think you’ve got the time? What if you could sneak in some vegetables and add an upscale touch to your meal? A...

It’s always nice to have a go-to recipe that you know will taste good and be on the table in less than 30 minutes. 15 Minute Stroganoff is that...

Sometimes we do brunch for Easter and sometimes we do a sit down meal with a complete ham dinner. If you’re doing brunch or looking for a way to...