Welcome to another Hearth and Soul Hop, the food carnival for and about food that not only nourishes our bodies, but our souls! My highlights from visiting last week’s contributors to the Hearth and Soul Hop: Clam Pizza Basil Mushroom Burgers Socca with Shaved Asparagus Salad Roasted Red Pepper Zucchini Pizza Red Chile Garlic BreadRead More

The men in my house often complain when I mention the word Salad as a main course for dinner.  Although they all enjoy salads, they also like their “meat and potatoes”.  I like to keep our meals on the healthier side while giving them something they can sink their teeth into and feel satisfied andRead More

No dessert is more sentimental to me than cobbler.  As a little girl I remember Sunday afternoons after church at my Granny’s house and there always being a cobbler.  It didn’t matter what time of year it was, she always had a fruit cobbler on the table.  In the summer months you knew it wasRead More

We are going through a heat wave, so this week’s menu is all about keeping the oven off as much as possible! Monday – Tomato and Herb Soup and a garden salad Tuesday – Chicken and Mango Salad with Creamy Cilantro Lime Dressing I found mangoes on sale for $0.58 each at Winco and mightRead More

The secret to good ribs is in the sauce?  Well, the sauce has a lot to do with it but also the cooking method.  There is great controversy over what type of rib to get, what way to cook them to create tender meat without burning it in the process.  Our family goes the lazyRead More

Macaroni and cheese is a favorite in nearly every home.  Kids are usually the ones who ask for it but when you ask most adults, they too will admit to loving some good real macaroni and cheese.  We aren’t talking about the type you get out of a box or the frozen food section.  WeRead More

When I typically think of Asian cuisine I think of high fat buffet items that have been deep fried and covered in rich delicious sauces. It has been my goal to bring some of those Asian flavors into a healthier light within our menus. With summer here in full swing and barbecues happening every weekendRead More

I am returning from a trip today so I plan on taking it easy tomorrow. Then I will dive back into my regular cooking routine. It is important to occasionally give yourself a day off or plan easy meals when you know you are going to be tired or stressed. If you don’t, you willRead More

This week’s menu is filled with easy recipes because I will be out of town Wednesday through Sunday. I have a printable weekly menu plan and shopping list that you can download to make organizing your meal plan and grocery shopping a little easier. Monday – Broiled Honey Mustard Chicken, Basmati Rice with Onion andRead More