soups and salads

10 Meals for New Moms

10 Meals for New Moms

Meals for new moms is a very important topic for me right now. I became a “Big Mama” (a.k.a. grandmama) a week…

Memorial Day Menu: Three Options

Memorial Day Menu: Three Options

Instead of one Memorial Day menu this year, I’m offering three full recipe roundups to choose from. Burgers, fried chicken, or grilled…

Green Goddess Avocado Dressing

Green Goddess Avocado Dressing

This Green Goddess avocado dressing is truly divine. It works beautifully on my Power Salad with Chicken. Actually, you can drizzle it on…

Best Recipes for Pumpkin

Best Recipes for Pumpkin

I’m so excited to share with you my best recipes for pumpkin. They are all quick, easy, and super delicious. In addition,…

Easy 4th of July Recipes

Easy 4th of July Recipes

Happy Independence Day! I’m so thankful we are still celebrating it 244 years later. I’m guessing that the first anniversary of the…

Crusty, Chewy Sourdough Croutons

Crusty, Chewy Sourdough Croutons

These crusty, chewy homemade croutons elevate every single salad I use them in. Sourdough bread torn into pieces, tossed with olive oil,…

Big Italian Salad Recipe

Big Italian Salad Recipe

This Italian salad starts with a mouthwatering combination of fresh vegetables:  crispy lettuce, deep-green flavorful spinach, red onions, and ripe tomatoes. Add…

Pumpkin Soup

Pumpkin Soup

Pumpkin soup is a nutritious, creamy, elegant, and festive soup that’s perfect as a starter during the Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays. It…