Grains, Legumes, and Nuts

Savory Spiced Mixed Nuts

June 14, 2022 The Food Lover 0

Savory Spiced Mixed Nuts. When I was growing up, my father usually had a container of Beer Nuts on hand to enjoy with his favorite […]

Smoky Corn Tomato Multigrain Salad

August 23, 2021 The Food Lover 0

Smoky Corn Tomato Multigrain Salad. Summer gets pretty hot and humid where I live. Heating up the kitchen isn’t always the best answer to obtain […]

Burger Bar

July 2, 2021 The Food Lover 0

Burger Bar. This summer, maybe for your Fourth of July celebration, set up a versatile Create-Your-Own Burger Bar. Your family and guests will have fun […]

Buffalo Chili

April 15, 2021 The Food Lover 0

Buffalo Chili. There’s just something about a nice bowl of chili. It’s rich and comforting. My Buffalo Chili has a secret ingredient that makes it […]

Blueberry Lemon Curd Tart

July 8, 2020 The Food Lover 0

Blueberry Lemon Curd Tart. What’s Summer without lemons and blueberries? I love that combo, especially in a dessert. My Blueberry Lemon Curd Tart is simple […]

The Best Creamy Chicken Pasta

May 20, 2020 The Food Lover 0

The Best Creamy Chicken Pasta with Peas, Carrots, and Mushrooms. When my husband and I first met, he would make this delicious creamy chicken pasta […]

Avocado Veggie Bleu Toast

April 20, 2020 The Food Lover 0

Avocado Veggie Bleu Toast. Toasted bread with toppings has become an easy breakfast, lunch, or dinner. I’m always a fan of PBJ on whole grain […]

Minestrone Soup

April 2, 2020 The Food Lover 0

Minestrone Soup. Soup can be comforting yet also disguise itself as a healthy meal. My Minestrone Soup is pretty simple to make and will give […]

Tex Mex Pasta Salad

March 23, 2020 The Food Lover 0

Tex Mex Pasta Salad. My favorite quick lunch is a chilled pasta salad. Pasta salads travel well to work, on picnics, and to potluck meals. […]

Fluffy Buttermilk Pancakes

February 25, 2020 The Food Lover 0

Fluffy Buttermilk Pancakes. One of my favorite breakfasts is a stack of hot fluffy and slightly crispy pancakes. I make several different batters and flavor […]

Mushroom Pappardelle

January 9, 2020 The Food Lover 0

Mushroom Pappardelle. Mushrooms are very meaty and provide that “umami” flavor that everyone seems to be seeking these days. As everyone knows by now, my […]