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What are your top Trader Joe’s picks? If you live near Trader Joe’s, you probably live at Trader’s Joe’s. For me, it is one of the only places where grocery shopping is invariably interesting and enjoyable. And, with the notable exception of Sunday evenings when the lines tend to be interminable, it is my go-to stop for sips, snacks and… Read More
What are your holiday food traditions? Are warm baking spices a prerequisite to the season? Or do you need a standing rib roast to make it official? Here are five holiday food traditions that you may want to include in your home this season. Decorate a gingerbread house: Decorating for the holidays in our house can be challenging, so an… Read More
Does the fall weather – and produce – inspire you to bake? After a summer filled with “assembling” fresh fruits and vegetables into salads, slaws, and salsas, there is something satisfying about coming inside and turning on the oven. Here are two great cakes for fall celebrations. This fall, I’ve taken two recipes I’ve been making for awhile and tweaked… Read More
Are you ready to grill your pizza? Homemade pizza tends to have a mediocre reputation. Unless you have installed a several-thousand-dollar imported Neapolitan-style pizza oven in your backyard, it can really be hit or miss. But if you have a teen or tween with a growing appetite, it can be appealing to make a batch of this crowd-pleaser without the extra… Read More
It is the season for fall treats. School is back in full swing, which means it is time for bake sales, parties and get-togethers. If you have a dairy- and gluten-free crew, it can be hard to find a recipe to please. I’ve found success with this recipe from Betty Rocker, though it definitely has both tree nuts and peanuts,… Read More
Do You Need a Thanksgiving Menu Planner? More than many other holidays, Thanksgiving tends to be a holiday steeped in tradition. If you don’t have your aunt’s stuffing and your cousin’s pumpkin pie, then you might as well skip the whole thing. But sometimes change can be good. Here is our approach to Thanksgiving – some of which never changes,… Read More
What are the Best Bread-Making Tools? As an educator, I often have a summer project. This summer, it was homemade, sourdough bread. I learned a lot – particularly about the best bread making tools that make the process faster, easier and more enjoyable. As an #autismmom, I’ve spent a lot of time removing processed foods from our home, as well… Read More
You need 7 Nights of Easy Dinners The first week back to school – as parent or educator – is always a little bit crazy. One minute, your biggest decision is between the pool and the park you’re not wearing shoes and you have no idea what day it is. Then, in the blink of an eye, bells are ringing,… Read More
I’ve already shared with you why a salad bar makes a great meal for entertaining. The same principles apply to a taco bar – except instead of lettuce, you need a tortilla. I grew up in the suburban midwest. There, a taco invariably meant ground beef, cooked and crumbled with an envelope of taco seasoning. The meat was then crammed… Read More
