All you students out there - you really want to do a good job in school this year, I'm sure. Everyone wants to do their best and have a great year. Can you believe that food will help you have a better year? There are some foods that help boost your brain power and...
This is the season for tasting those plump, juicy, succulent fruits of Mother Nature - tomatoes. Can you think of a better way to eat them than in a BLT? Bacon, lettuce, and tomato sandwiches are a household staple about this time of year. Crisp fried bacon and...
Snacking between meals is ok provided you snack on the right foods. Opening a bag of chips or cookies is so easy. Instead of these foods that are high in empty calories and saturated fat, try pretzels or plain popcorn. Instead of ice cream and candy, try some fresh...
I can't believe school has started for some students already! The temperature here in the midwest is still in the 90's - almost 100. I really feel sorry for students and teachers who are in non-air conditioned rooms. As I drive past the university I see the football...
What a wonderful week-end I spent in Phoenix, Arizona. I have never been to that part of the country. It was quite a sight to see mountains bumping out of the earth and a landscape filled with sand and cacti. Coming from the midwest where we see lots of trees and...
I went to the Farmers Market this morning and found some great buys on vegetables. There were heaping loads of corn and melons and zucchini. There was so much to choose from this crisp morning. I really had to stick to my list because everything looked so good. It was...
Some weeks are just busier than others and this has been one of those weeks. I've had some overnight company and needed to prepare a talk. Now I am really far behind (but I really love company)! I will now again try to keep you updated about our latest cookbook...
I've been on a "cold drink" kick lately, as you can tell. These hot days just make me want to mix together some cool drinks for guests. Here is a drink recipe to add to your collection. Sherbet Fizzy 2 cups apple juice 2 cups ginger ale 1 pint orange sherbet Drop...
Hi gang! Today is one of those hot days in July when you need a really refreshing drink. This is one of my favorites: Fruity Smoothie 2 cups orange juice (fresh squeezed is great) 1 cup fresh strawberries, sliced (or frozen strawberries) 1 frozen banana, sliced (peel...
I hope you all had a good and safe 4th of July! My ears are still ringing from all the fireworks but we saw some really spectacular displays. Typically, the weather is very hot for this holiday - and still is in the 90's in our part of the country. Especially with...
