Giving thanks for - chilly mornings, communities of writers, pretty notebooks and journals, lovely fabric, candles, the glory of early mo...

Autumn is settling in nicely here in central Illinois. I couldn’t be happier :-) Like most folks, I tend to change up our meals a bit as ...

I give props to our local restaurant for generously sharing their original recipe on their website. Thanks Maggiano! Continuing our Secon...

There’s good news and there’s bad news. Which do you want first? Bad news, of course. Unlike my sweet kindred spirit, Robin, I apparently...

Wednesday - BBQ country style ribs, pasta in mushroom sauce, French style green beans Thursday - Bible study - this mama isn't cooking to...

6 large egg yolks 1 cup sugar 1 1/4 cup mascarpone cheese  (room temperature is best but not required) 1 3/4 cup heavy whipping cream 2 -...

I discovered this recipe in my all time favorite cookbook, Taste of Home. Simply the best soup you'll ever eat, this is a family favorite...

Dad's favorite cookie! And as usual, Rachel is the best cookie-maker ever :-) 2 cups quick rolled oats 1 cup light brown sugar 1/2 cup ve...