Meatloaf Skillet Meal
Tara on Jun 28th 2015
1 pound lean ground beef 5 oz can evaporated milk (can use 2/3 cup coconut or almond milk for dairy free) 1 can mild Rotel drained tomatoes 2/3 cup chili sauce, or BBQ sauce or ketchup – 1 Tablespoon dried minced onion salt and pepper to taste ½ stick melted butter 1/2 cup water 1 […]
Sugar Snap Peas
Tara on Jun 3rd 2015
1 pound fresh sugar snap peas 1 Tablespoon olive oil or grape seed oil 1 Tablespoon sesame oil 1 Tablespoon sesame seeds Sea salt and pepper for seasoning Prepare the sugar snap peas by removing the ends and strings from each pea. Rinse them under cold water and spread them in a single layer over […]
Garden Fresh Lemon Pasta Bowls
Tara on Jul 10th 2014
These pasta bowls can be whipped up in a snap and made with some fresh garden veggies and specialty pasta. Feel free to vary the vegetables as your garden is harvested this summer. 16 oz pasta variety (pictured is gluten free Lemon Parsley Pasta) – cooked and drained according to package directions 6 tablespoons browned […]
Cool as a Cucumber Salad
Tara on Jul 2nd 2014
Looking for a quick, light, savory salad? Try my Cool as a Cucumber Salad made with Lester Farm’s pickling cucumbers, a light dressing, and some garden fresh cherry tomatoes. This is a perfect cool down side for 4th of July picnic! 3 cups sliced fresh cucumbers (can use pickling cucumbers, English cucumbers, or regular cucumbers) […]
Turkey (or Chicken) Harvest Soup
Tara on Nov 30th 2013
Now that Thanksgiving is over many cooks will be eager to whip up an easy, healthy recipe using some of the leftover turkey or chicken. This recipe can also be made with a deli-cooked bird for a quick dinner at the close of a busy work day. This soup gets rave reviews from the kids, […]
All Natural Holiday Cranberry Nut Salad (sugar-free)
Tara on Nov 27th 2013
My favorite cranberry salad is one my Mother-In-Law has been making for years. Since we are eliminating a lot of chemicals, dyes, and sugar from our diets, I am pleased to rework my favorite recipe and offer a clean, sugar free version that is as tasty and tangy as MIL’s original. 3 cups fresh cranberries […]
Things To Do With Fresh Corn on the Cob in Husks
Tara on Aug 11th 2013
Did you know whole ears of fresh corn on the cob can be frozen in oversized Zip-Lock bags without removing the husks? Did you know you can microwave fresh corn on the cob in husks about 5 minutes or until kernels are tender, then the husks and silks are so easy to remove? Did you […]
Campfire Veggies
Tara on Jun 21st 2013
To kick off the first day of summer, here’s a recipe perfect for camping, grilling, picnics, or 4th of July – Campfire Veggies. Last weekend my hubby and I were able to retreat to the Smokey Mountain National Park for some overdue alone time together. We primitive tent camped at Cades Cove Campground. I prepared […]
Kale Chips Plain, Parmesan, or Chili Flavored
Tara on Jun 5th 2013
Did you know kale is one of the most nutrient dense foods you can eat? If you are not accustomed to eating kale, you may find the taste a bit over powering at first. Cooking pieces of kale in the oven for a few minutes with a little oil, salt, and some creative flavorings is […]
Home Made Herbal Ranch Dressing
Tara on Jun 3rd 2013
One of the best things about spring and summer is all the fresh herbs and vegetables to be harvested. Our family is enjoying our CSA box of fresh locally grown lettuces and greens each week from Lester Farms. I used to buy bottled dressings but once I made a couple of varieties of home made […]
