January 2018

Chickeny Goodness
Jan 31 2018
There are few things more satisfying after a long work or school day than comfort food that is ready-to-eat. A whole rotisserie chicken can be…

From Fruits to Nuts
Jan 24 2018
Toothaches are the worst. No question. No debate. Several months ago, my dentist told me root canal surgery was necessary to alleviate my toothache. I didn’t…

Anytime Eggs
Jan 17 2018
When I talk to people about their frustrations with food preparation, an item that comes up often is cooking eggs. Inevitably, the issue is not…

Greening Up Winter
Jan 10 2018
We who have lived in the Upper Midwest for many decades intimately know of this phenomenon called winter. Currently, extended regions of the country are…

The Creative Momentum of Communal Tables
Jan 03 2018
Coffee shops have certainly become more than a place to pick up a favorite drink. They are gathering spots for neighborhood residents and visitors. Each one…