The Dietary Guidelines for Americans are issued and updated every five years by the US government. Specifically, these guidelines are the work of the USDA and the Department of Health and […]

I really enjoy this satisfying lentils recipe that I revamped from a french cookbook. It can be served as a salad on lettuce leaves in the summer or as a […]

You see them all the time, advertisements for some deal or special at a fast food restaurant. Whether it’s “2 for $2,” or “4 for $4,” or even “5 for […]

Who would have thought you could make a breakfast hash in the microwave? This recipe for three minute breakfast hash is a hearty breakfast idea that cooks up in a […]

Grocery shopping. Some people love it, some people hate it, but it’s a necessary thing and, believe it or not, there is a correct way to shop. There are lots […]

When you work a full time job, it’s hard to prepare a huge gourmet Thanksgiving meal. There is a lot of prep work that goes into creating that Martha Stewart-esque […]

For years we have become accustomed to hot dogs from the likes of companies in Wisconsin as Usinger’s, Johnsonville, and Klement’s Sausage Products. Very few patio dinners are without them. I personally […]

When it comes to being ready for a last minute dinner, a frozen pizza could be your best friend. Just because you are taking a shortcut, doesn’t mean you have to […]

I remember that watercress was always used for tea sandwiches in the fanciest of hotel dining rooms. Watercress stands up to the bold flavors of radicchio and a fish sauce […]

I think we’ve all hit that wall at times after a long day’s work when we get home and just simply don’t want to devote the time and energy to make […]