Homemade Croutons

I never used to eat Caesar salad because I didn’t like the hard, store-bought croutons.  And when I got wise to looking at the ingredients of processed food, I became even more convinced that I didn’t want to eat them. Then I started cooking for my husband who LOVES Caesar… Read more“Homemade Croutons”

The Perennial Garden

I have kept the perennial section of my garden very simple with only four items – asparagus, blueberries, currants and rhubarb. With very little know-how and maintenance I have these nutritious seasonal treats come back year after year.   The main thing is to keep the weeds under control. Mulch will… Read more“The Perennial Garden”

Homemade Peanut Butter

Put homemade peanut butter in a glass jar and store in the refrigerator. Julia Stewart photo.

Peanut butter is a satisfying snack full of healthy fat, protein and fiber. But peanut butter can be full of salt, sugar, glucose-fructose and trans fats.  So read the label carefully to see what has been added to the peanut butter you are buying.   Or, better yet, make your… Read more“Homemade Peanut Butter”