Served warm, this fruit salad has a surprising twist of flavor.  We like to serve it with brunch, but you could use it as a side for an evening meal.  It’s nice to use in the winter when good fresh fruit is unavailable. Baked Fruit Salad 1 can (29 oz) pear slices 1 can (11 [...]

This salad tastes fresh, has a TON of flavor and crunch, and is very healthy.   I like to make it at lunchtime so I can eat it for lunch, then refrigerate the rest as a side salad for my family.  It’s also a yummy main dish on those hot summer nights when you want something [...]

This rice has been a favorite for many years.  It’s simple, pretty, and has a nice texture due to the almonds. Begin by chopping one onion and mincing a clove of garlic. Put onion, garlic, and 2 cups long grain white rice in a pan with 2 Tb. butter. Saute, mixing often, until rice is [...]

This dish is yummy as a refreshing dessert, and occasionally I serve it as a side dish at a holiday dinner.  It’s one of those recipes that most everyone has, but this one has some little changes to make it a bit lower in fat. It’s not difficult to make, but you have to make [...]

This potato salad is terrific, as well as relatively quick and simple to prepare. I’ve never had a potato salad recipe that I love, so this summer I’ve been fiddling with it, and I think I’ve got it right. In a large pot, place 3 pounds unpeeled red potatoes.  Cover with salted cold water and [...]