Today I am thankful for: My husband’s grandmother, Mildred Piziali. I never knew her, but I feel like I do. She passed away when my husband was a teen and though I never met her it’s like she’s been a part of my life too because of how much she loved, guided, and watched over […]
Main Dishes
Chili Recipe for the Crockpot
This is a family tradition to have on Halloween night. We enjoy this Chili recipe for the crockpot throughout the year, but somehow it’s perfect in the fall. The nice thing about this recipe is that you can begin it in the morning and then leave unit ready to eat. If you want to speed […]
Vegetarian Eggplant Pasta Bake
I had some eggplant from my Farm Table box that I needed to use so I came up with this way to use it. It’s a nice vegetarian recipe as long as cheese and noodles are OK for you. (Even my meat eating husband thought it was good…though he would still prefer it anything more […]
An Easy and Delicious Kielbasa Recipe
Kielbasa and peppers is a very easy meal for busy days. And it’s hearty too for big eaters. Everyone will go away satisfied. Usually I like to add onions, peppers of different types, and my favorite-zucchini squash to this simple all in one dish. But sometimes I just use whatever I have; broccoli, carrots, or […]
Benefits of Food Co-op Breathes Life into my Kitchen
I have often thought about joining a food co-op, but what exactly are the benefits of food co-ops? I also have always thought they would be expensive. But a friend recently introduced me to a local one and I think I am now sold. Last week, I woke up to fresh bread, homemade blueberry jam […]