Corn on the cob is one of my favorite summer foods. For years I was a dedicated traditionalist using only 

Backyard BBQ Baked Beans If there is backyard BBQ side dish served at nearly every American home I suspect it'

We've all used the whipped cream from a can. I do. It's easy to keep on hand and top a sundae or fruit or pie

These thin pancakes are the perfect vessel for everything from apples to chicken.

Our local strawberries are in season. These aren't your grocery store selection - hybridized to travel from Ca

A sweet, tangy compliment to so many dishes

DIY Rice and Roni When you read those 2 words Rice and Roni - does that TV commercial jingle come to mind? I g

Cooking Fish in Parchment Paper I have a love-hate relationship with fish. For example: I love fish and chips

DIY Ice Cream Sandwiches are certainly on my list of tasty things to make at home. Using my favorite chocolate

This glaze with a balance of sweet fruit and spicy ginger is the perfect compliment to juicy oven baked pork c

There is really no easier side dish than roasted potatoes. Brush, wipe or rinse them off and place in a hot ov

These Baked Zucchini Panko Parmesan Fries fake-outs satisfy my craving for fries but without the calories or g

Orzo is pasta shaped like rice only slightly larger. It's great served warm as a side dish as I did recently w

The flavors of feta cheese, oregano and lemon infuse the chicken as it roasts - filling your home with aromas

The season for local asparagus has been gradually moving northward for more than a month. In late March aspar

Tequila and lime mix with spices to create a flavorful marinade for top round char-grilled and sliced "Lo

A quick meal full of deliciousness and smothered in melted cheese - kid friendly

Tender beef patties smothered in mushroom gravy.

Last week unexpected guests arrived for dinner. They were unexpected but not unwelcome. I call these two lovel

I haven't made Sloppy Joes in years, OK it's been more than a decade and I confess never without a can of pr

A “fast food” dinner doesn’t have to come from the drive-thru – as this quick and deli

Cookies are a delicious treat we like to enjoy after dinner or as a mid-afternoon snack. These macaroons are v

White rice can be pretty much flavorless or you can add flavor to rice that complements the dish you are servi

Sweetness of corn with the “kick” of salsa

Where I live in the Pacific Northwest there is an abundance of fresh seafood available in specialty shops and

Smaller varieties of clams are often referred to as “steamer clams” and you might find them sold u

Ground lamb is an excellent substitute for same old ground beef, it adds a sweet flavor to the meatballs!

Hollandaise sauce is a classic sauce to accompany many dishes – from meat to fish and especially with as

I have love hate relationship with lasagna. Love it! I love the way it tastes I love I can customize it to my

I've began working in restaurants at an early age. Because mom and dad both owned and operated restaurants - o

One of the ways to save money is to buy big. By that I mean buy a large roast to prepare and plan to use it fo

Comfort food makes us happy because it reminds of the times we enjoyed the meal – often as kids. This re

Known by different names depending upon the region of the country a braised beef roast served with roasted roo

This recipe is easy to make – but you need a bit of room and time overnight in the fridge so planning ah

Daily consumption of avocados is good for you in so many ways. Avocados are full of the healthy fats our body

Roasting a whole head of cauliflower is easy, and brushing on spice-infused oil makes it a slam-dunk for flavo