Classic Meatloaf Recipe

Nothing says All American Home cooked Meal like a good ol' fashioned Classic Meat Loaf.  I will be the first to admit that in the past, meat loaf has been my culinary Achilles heal.  It either had great flavor, but fell apart, or held together nicely, but was bland.  However, through a lot of …

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Sweet Corn Chowder

Along with all the beautiful weather that summer brings, it can also bring in some pretty nasty days as well. Today is one such day. We have a large storm system moving through the valley, and I have to be honest, it is not the sort of weather that invokes productivity in me.  In fact, I have pretty …

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Roasted Potatoes and Green Beans

I LOVE this time of year!  We are at that point in the summer when all of the gardens are really starting to produce, and our local farm stands are busting at the seams!  I, for one, am fully taking advantage of this seasonal bounty and today's recipe wholeheartedly reflects that.  Roasted Gre…

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Fried Green Tomatoes

Fried Green Tomatoes. You've heard of the movie, but have you eaten the delight?  No?  Oh are you in for a delicious summer treat!  Fried green tomatoes are the perfect summer supper.  They only use a few ingredients, they are inexpensive, and take no time at all to make!  You are going to love…

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Simple Perfect Baby Back Ribs

If you are like me, during the summer months you only have one thing on your mind...GRILLING! From May to September we have an entirely new genre of food at our fingertips.  For months we have been frying, sautéing , roasting, etc., and now, as if a brief respite from Heaven, God says "Let ma…

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Easy Peasy Peach Crisp

These past few days of summer have been magical!  Sunny days, warms breezes, everything you want this season to be!  I find myself wanting to spend every minute outdoors!  Another thing that I am thoroughly enjoying about this time of year are all of the wonderful farm stands that we have in our c…

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HAPPY INDEPENDENCE DAY!!!

Happy 4th of July Everyone!  I am proud to live in the Greatest Nation on the planet!  Thank you to our founders for the brave sacrifices you made to get us here, and thank you to all of our service men and women who keep it that way!   Take this day to celebrate with friends and family, make memori…

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