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In today’s hectic world, many of us are trying to find time to cook nutritious meals at home. We all know processed foods are bad for us, and that restaurant food can be less than healthy, too. This has lead to many creative approaches…

Since nearly the beginning of time, cooks have been gardeners, too. And whether you have one pot of fresh salad greens or a large jardin potage, you can be part of that tradition. Take the plunge, and not only will you learn the sweet…

Between holiday baking traditions, food gifts, feasts, and parties, it can be difficult to maintain a healthy diet this time of year. The good news is, if you plan ahead a little and don’t deny yourself favorites, holiday eating can be…

Food gifts from your own kitchen are not only thoughtful, they are frugal, too. But sometimes packaging them attractively costs more than your Christmas budget might like; with that in mind, here are some easy, inexpensive, sometimes…

Home made applesauce tastes so much better than store bought, you’ll never be able to go back to that processed, bottled stuff again. But making just enough applesauce for one meal is a bit of a pain. The trick, then, is to whip up a…

As winter draws near, it becomes more difficult to find good, fresh greens. Fortunately, anyone can grow their own greens, right in their own kitchen. No soil is needed – and no green thumb. Sprouts are not only easy to grow, but they…

Ah, the smell of freshly baked bread! Few of us wouldn’t love to succumb to fresh bread every day – but many of us don’t feel we have the time to bake that often. Bread machines are an excellent alternative for busy bakers. Bread dough…

At this time of year, one of my family’s favorite treats is pears. We eat them raw, as a snack. We eat them in desserts. We eat them in baked dishes. We even can them, so we can enjoy pears throughout the winter. And why not? Packed…

Roe Deer Fillet with Pear in Red Vine Recipe 4 fillets Young roe deerFor the Sauce2,1 pints Game foods0,42 cups Red wine (Bordeaux)1 spoon Port wine1 Shallot, minced1/2 Garlic clove10 Pepper grains1 Clove4 Juniper berries1 tsp…

If you love to bake, you’ve probably made your share of pumpkin pie, pumpkin bread, and maybe even pumpkin cheesecake. But there are plenty of other ways to use pumpkin in your kitchen. You might start by making your own pumpkin…