Cool, crisp mornings are perfect for long, lingering breakfasts. I love brewing a big pot of Peet’s coffee while I make my family a big breakfast that we can nibble on throughout the day. One of our favorites is pancakes. (Food for… Continue Reading
Take a deep breath, my friends at Food For Thought: A News Cafe. We have about 10 weeks until Christmas and Hanukkah. Instead of falling into gift-buying mania, I would like to suggest a useful gift that can easily be… Continue Reading
Blackberries are saying a long goodbye this season. Lucky for us we can enjoy the berry bounty a little longer. Over the years blackberries have gained more notice for their high antioxidant strength and are a fantastic source of vitamins… Continue Reading
Well good morning, sunshine! A lot of Food For Thought readers have been asking me what to do with the extra zucchini from their gardens. Rumor has it that there is a plethora of zucchini in our area that needs… Continue Reading
Our weather is quickly changing. Mornings are becoming crisp, evenings are cooling down. Fall is in the air. Before the summer season comes to a screeching halt, I like to bake a few of my absolute favorites so we can all… Continue Reading
Years ago, before my baking life, I was invited to a potluck at my favorite professor’s house. Wanting to impress I began by rifling through my mother’s cookbooks. I came across a church cookbook from Healton Okla., the town where… Continue Reading
I just love shortbread cookies. So versatile and simple. I like to keep a batch of shortbread dough on hand for a quick treat or just to unexpectedly brighten someone’s day A delightful way to make a simple shortbread cookie spectacular is… Continue Reading
Lucky for us, local tomatoes are still delicious and plentiful. On a recent stroll through Redding’s Certified Farmers Market, I spotted some amazingly beautiful green tomatoes. Yes, GREEN. I had an inspiration. My kids need to try fried green tomatoes.… Continue Reading
Cool as a cucumber…Cocktail I absolutely love a cold delicious cocktail in the summer. It seems that mixologists are truly becoming more creative with their drink varieties. Recently I stumbled upon what I think is my new favorite cocktail. At… Continue Reading
More luscious peaches… Each week when I arrive at Farmers Market I fear I will be met with empty peach crates. I know our days are numbered to enjoy these golden delights, so do not take them for granted, my… Continue Reading
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