by mcl | May 1, 2018 | Columns, Food for Thought, Lifestyle
By Lydia Bolen Spring Recipes May is the perfect month to start preparing lighter recipes. All the fruits and vegetables are their ripest and most vibrant in color this time of year. I enjoy spending time searching for the perfect light salad, entrée, and...
by mcl | Apr 1, 2018 | Columns, Food for Thought, Lifestyle
By Lydia Bolen Favorite April Desserts Spring is in the air! I’m eager to have full sunshine several weeks in a row. As I plan the colors of my patio plants, I also start scouring my cookbooks for fresh and light desserts to make. Chocolate...
by mcl | Mar 7, 2018 | Columns, Food for Thought, Lifestyle
By Lydia Bolen March Freshness Spring into freshness this March by serving your family new and healthy recipes. Now that the weather has warmed up, it is time for fresh seasonal ingredients in your cooking. Try a twist on tradition and prepare a BLT Pasta Salad...
by mcl | Feb 3, 2018 | Columns, Food for Thought, Lifestyle
By Lydia Bolen Cookie Delights for Your Valentine! February is a perfect month to experiment with new cookie recipes. Valentine’s Day is a good excuse to get out your cookbooks and choose a new cookie recipe your family will love. Old family...
by mcl | Jan 5, 2018 | Columns, Food for Thought, Lifestyle
By Lydia Bolen Creamy Winter Soups Welcome in 2018 with plenty of comfort foods. My family enjoys different kinds of soups and bisques on these cold winter evenings. Serve with crusty bread and you have a perfect cozy meal! Cheese Soup, Baked Potato...
by mcl | Dec 4, 2017 | Columns, Food for Thought, Lifestyle
By Lydia Bolen Christmas Breakfast Christmas morning is magical and exciting. Activity is happening all around the tree. After the gifts are opened, add to the magic of the morning by serving a family breakfast that all will enjoy. Your family might...