Kristin Schell
After almost twenty years of motherhood, I still have picky eaters in my house. And I bet you do too. It’s not fun to be a short order cook, is it? Your husband is on keto, your daughter can’t stand broccoli, your son is allergic to gluten. Sometimes there are so many quirks and food restrictions to keep track of,…
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October is wonderful, isn’t it? Like Anne of Green Gables said, “I’m so glad I live in a world where there are Octobers.” I certainly can’t blame her: who doesn’t love the brilliant blue skies, the cooler weather, the beautiful mums? But to me, I love October because in my house, it’s the beginning of soup season. Let’s be honest:…
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Pass the Chex Mix Football season is in full swing. For my family, that means Fridays in the bleachers, Saturdays at the stadium (Hook ‘em, Horns!), and Sunday afternoons with the NFL playing in the background as I get ready for the week. Everyone knows the best part about football is the food—no contest. Whether you’re watching or playing, snacks…
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Peanut Butter & Jelly Cookies & Milk Cheese & Crackers Ladies & gents, you’re gonna want to take a seat for this. . . Pimento Cheese & Biscuits. I’m not sure why it took me nearly 50 years to learn about this pairing, but now that I know it’s my duty and honor to share the love. Thank you Garden…
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Three Bean Salad Summer is the perfect time for potlucks, casual summer suppers, and dishes bursting with garden flavors. It’s also a time to savor memories of summers past. My favorite memories are of long summer nights chasing fireflies and running laps around my grandparent’s fenceless yard. What’s your favorite food memory? Calico Three Bean Salad Print Prep time…
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Garden to Table Minestrone Soup We have the Italians to thank for minestrone soup. Every nonna has her own version of the classic garden to table soup made hearty with broth, beans, and pasta. Since there’s no fixed recipe — a little of this and more of that from the garden — each bowl is served with equal parts surprise…
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