When you think of citrus fruits, what comes to mind? For most North Americans, oranges, mandarins, tangerines, grapefruits, lemons, and limes are standard fare. Some adventurous citrus eaters also include

Chilly winter weather makes you crave warm, comforting foods. Winterizing your food choices can increase the variety and nutrition in your diet and make it even more healthful! Here are

The holiday season has arrived! For many of us, the festivities are about three things: family, fun, and food. First is family, including our “chosen family” or dear friends! If

When you think about holidays of days gone by, what are the memories you cherish most? I remember skating, skiing, snowshoeing, and tobogganing. I remember reading stories, singing songs, making

Whether you are celebrating Christmas, Hanukkah, or another holiday tradition, treats like cookies, squares and loaves are a delightful part of the season. But more than that, they bring families

Oh sauces, how they elevate our foods! While they seem rich and a little indulgent, when they are made from whole foods, they boost both nutrition and flavor. Sauces can

Onions are a member of the allium family, which includes onions, scallions (green onions), shallots, leeks, chives, and garlic. Onions are one of the most common food staples in households

There is something soothing about a hot soup or stew, especially during the winter months. Soups and stews are a part of the cuisine of almost every culture, so exploring

What is your favorite way to eat sweet potatoes? I absolutely love stuffed sweet potatoes such as Southwestern Sweet Potatoes (see recipe below). I also love sweet potato wedges baked

There is nothing quite like walking through a farmers’ market surrounded by big old trees in bright hues of yellow, orange and red. The cool fresh air, the crunchy leaves

Potatoes are the most popular vegetable on the planet. On average, Americans eat 126 pounds of potatoes a year. Yet, despite our love for potatoes, they are one controversial vegetable!

So Many Kids in the Kitchen is 1 year old, and oh what a year it has been. Anu, Ava, Ella, Maxwell, Mia, and Nora have become role models for

Happy 1st Birthday to the “So Many Cooks in the Kitchen” team!  Congratulations! You made it to this milestone with SO MANY resounding successes. You are an outstanding resource for

What is your favorite way to cool down in the hot summer sun? While jumping into a cool lake is an appealing choice, lakes are not always handy. It is

Ah, dessert, a part of the meal we too often relish and regret all at the same time. It is little wonder when we think of the ingredients that are

Family picnics make for some of the best memories of all. A picnic on a sunny day brings the benefits of fresh air and sunshine. Sunshine allows us to make

Summer is all about spotting wildflowers in the woods, jumping in the lake, singing around a campfire, watching hummingbirds at the feeder, and of course, having picnics. Whether you are

Every shade of green you can imagine can be found in whole plant foods. The green color in plants is because of a pigment called chlorophyll. Chlorophyll makes foods appear