Welcome to my kitchen and garden! You'll find many healthy family-friendly meals, plenty of delicious baking projects, and stories and tips from our edible garden. Food is love and is meant to be shared and enjoyed.
Healthy Summer Meals
Check out some of my readers' favorite healthy summer meals and sides!
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Summer Food
Our summer favorite meals and sides include vegetables and herbs from our garden. We also cook on the grill or use a slow cooker so we don't have to heat up the kitchen. Check out our favorites!
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Special Diets
Fast and Easy Recipes
For active families like ours, fast and easy dishes are a must. Check out the recipes that I make when we need a quick meal on busy days.
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Budget Meals
Feeding a family of five with three hungry teenagers can strain the food budget. That's why I keep a list of inexpensive meals handy when planning my weekly menus.
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