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Squash Bread

Pumpkin is a squash – did you know? I don’t love pumpkin, but I adore Butternut Squash. So when I

November 3, 2017 Mary 0 Comments cooking, requests

Hi all. I started this blog to help people cook. I figured if I could just direct people to my

Thanksgiving is just about seven weeks away. If you’ve never prepared a Turkey before, that leaves you a few weekends

I love California Rolls, but I don’t like Sushi. Weird, I know, but the idea of eating raw fish grosses

Every year I ask my husband to ease up on the number of tomato plants he grows in the garden.

Begin with a Clear and Clean Countertop There is nothing worse than trying to work in a cluttered space. It’s

Rosemary may be my most loved herb, ever, even though I don’t use it often. And when I do I

July 10, 2017 Mary 0 Comments chives, cooking, Herbs, onion

Chives are an incredibly versatile herb. They add just a hint of onion flavor to any dish. I use chives

June 26, 2017 Mary 0 Comments cooking, dill, food, Herbs

Most people think of pickles when they hear the word dill. I however think of summer salads and cold cut

Oregano is another pantry essential. It is a savory, warm herb used primarily to bring out the flavor of tomatoes.