Author Archives: Marilee

Keep On Cooking – Celebrating Julia Child’s 100th Birthday

Posted on August 15, 2012 by Marilee

Happy birthday, Julia! I’m a little late to the party but wanted to share this. I smiled the whole time. She is timeless. Thank you for all you’ve done for us.

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Cool Kitchen Gadgets are Fun!

Posted on June 14, 2012 by Marilee

Are you intrigued by the cool kitchen gadget section in stores? I find myself hovering over all the things I’ve never seen before. Granted, some kitchen gadgets are better than others but saw this and wanted to share. Most of … Continue reading →

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Spring Entertaining Ideas

Posted on April 9, 2012 by Marilee

Spring weather brings a ton of options for entertaining — patio dining, a picnic in the park, and a lighter, more seasonal menu make spring a season to welcome with open arms. It’s best to shop for lush vegetables, seasonal … Continue reading →

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A Good Ole’ Iowa Maid-Rite

Posted on March 1, 2012 by Marilee

You have to be from the Midwest to know what a Maid-Rite is…or have been educated by a Midwesterner on the loose meat sandwich. I grew up eating Maid-Rites and every time I visit my hometown of Mason City, Iowa, … Continue reading →

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What is 2012′s hottest website? Pinterest!

Posted on February 27, 2012 by Marilee

I joined Pinterest last October but just started using it a week or two ago. I’m still learning my way through it but I have to say, it’s really fun to have a web-based “pinboard.” Others may call them  “vision … Continue reading →

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Seriously? A Bacon Milkshake?

Posted on February 7, 2012 by Marilee

I never saw this one coming.  A bacon shake from Jack in the Box!  It’s a fat and calorie laden shake that sounds like an artery clogger.  Just sayin…. You’ve heard of combining milk and cookies, bacon and eggs.  Now … Continue reading →

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A Southern Breakfast of Biscuits and Grits

Posted on January 25, 2012 by Marilee

I don’t usually make breakfast but one Sunday morning I thought I’d try making a southern breakfast…without the ham and red eye gravy.  I used one of my new cookbooks, Southern Biscuits, by Nathalie Dupree and Cynthia Graubart.  If you … Continue reading →

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Healthy Foods on a Budget

Posted on January 4, 2012 by Marilee

It’s finally 2012, and many of us have set resolutions to eat healthier. But often times with the high costs of organic and natural foods, we get discouraged to stick to our healthy food regimen. Staying on top of seasonal … Continue reading →

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How to Make Homemade Pizza Dough

Posted on December 20, 2011 by Marilee

Do you know how to make homemade pizza dough?  It’s really easier than you think and so much better than the premade pizza dough you find at the grocery store.  This easy pizza dough recipe is adapted from “Artisan Pizza … Continue reading →

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What do you do with food leftovers?

Posted on December 6, 2011 by Marilee

What do you do when a meal is finished?  Most of us wash the dishes and put away the leftovers, but what happens to the leftover portions not eaten?  Do they get consumed later or do they sit in the … Continue reading →

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