For the Love of the Grilled Cheese Sandwich

classic cheddar grilled cheese

Grilled cheese sandwiches are a classic comfort food that many people enjoy. While the ingredients for a grilled cheese sandwich are simple, such as bread, cheese, and butter, the type of bread used can make a significant difference in the overall taste and texture of the sandwich. Sourdough bread, in particular, can take a grilled […]

School Lunches: All Wrapped Up

lunch wrap recipes

As the quiet of September returns to your daytime and evenings begin to fill with activities and studies, you may be wondering how to keep your kiddos well fed. The challenge is to make it interesting enough for them to eat and not get bored while injecting some freshness and nutritional value. Wraps come to […]

TV Dinner: Updated

updated TV dinner recipes

If you grew up around the same time I did, you will likely remember the TV dinner… or at least the advertisements. TV dinners were a big part of American culture for many years. Despite the fact that many ate it on a TV tray while watching television, it actually got its name because it was laid […]

Two for Tuesday Tips: Clothes Hangtags and Lunch Ideas

quick tips

School has begun and the transition from summer behavior to a more structured way of life may be proving difficult for you and your kids. Today’s tips are meant to alleviate some of the strain and simplify things just a bit. Tip #1 Our first tip includes these printable pdf files (one and two) that […]

Updated Classics: The BLT

best blt recipe

Whenever I am in a quandary about which sandwich to choose (for breakfast, lunch, or dinner) I inevitably choose the BLT. It never disappoints. Thick cut, flavorful bacon makes for a sturdier sandwich, and a crisp finish on the fry means that with each bite I get just the right amount of everything and nothing […]

Green Meal: Corned Beef Sandwich

corned beef sandwich recipe

Happy St. Patrick’s Day! It is our first official holiday together. I am foregoing a “green” post to bring you my modern twist on traditional St. Paddy’s Day fare. With the first day of spring ever so near I am reluctant to launch into a steamy hot pot of corned beef and cabbage. I have […]

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