A Tale of Three Dressings (and Their Salads)

Spring is here and thoughts of food often lead to thoughts of lighter meals and to the variety of fresh vegetables that seem to be expanding in availability every day. Peas and asparagus boldly take their place on plates everywhere, and while these are wonderful, it is also a time for all vegetables to take… Continue reading A Tale of Three Dressings (and Their Salads)

Mama D’s Fall Kitchen Adventures

ThereĀ  is more than just a hint of fall in the air. Cool days and cooler breezes make it abundantly clear that the season has changed here. Not that there’s anything wrong with that. I’m ready for Fall, at least I think I am. I enjoy the cooler days and the leaves changing colors. No… Continue reading Mama D’s Fall Kitchen Adventures

Greenie Beanie Salad with Warm Bacon, Shallot, and Garlic Dressing

Don’t laugh at the title of this post. Greenie beanies was how we always referred to this vegetable when my kids were growing up. Maybe it helped them eat them more willingly, maybe I just made up silly words because I was that kind of mom. Whatever the reason, we still refer to those lovely… Continue reading Greenie Beanie Salad with Warm Bacon, Shallot, and Garlic Dressing

Summer Vacation and Italian Three Bean Salad in the Kitchen of Love

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It’s hard to believe that my summer vacation will be over in a week. As the saying goes, time flies when you’re having fun. To be honest, I will still have a generous portion of each afternoon to do all the summer type things that I am remembering how much I enjoyed. While I’m not… Continue reading Summer Vacation and Italian Three Bean Salad in the Kitchen of Love

Summer Vacation, Scarborough Farro, and Artichoke & Tomato Salad

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Summer has arrived in Mama D’s Kitchen. I’m officially on Summer vacation for 3 whole weeks! Instead of rising before 5 every morning to get on a school bus, I can get up early (if I want) and do what I want. Morning walks, afternoon swims, puttering in the garden, and more than a little… Continue reading Summer Vacation, Scarborough Farro, and Artichoke & Tomato Salad