Flavor First

May 2024
Spring is here, and summer is just around the corner! Time for the perennials to start blooming! And, yes, this includes asparagus.

November 2023
This luscious smoothie is packed with protein (12 grams per serving) and is a great way to start the day, savor a post-workout snack, or satisfy your sweet tooth at any hour!

June 2023
Plump and fragrant peaches, succulent cherries, and juicy watermelon—the sweet flavors of summer are here.

March 2023
Have you ever tried Costco’s Cranberry Walnut bread? To my dismay, I recently learned this crowd-pleaser is only a seasonal thing.

January 2023
If you like chiles, you will love this margarita! The recipe is very flexible. If you prefer lemon juice, use that instead of lime juice.

November 2020
Who says an occasional cocktail isn't healthy? Not me! The first I heard this news was in 1991 when Morley Safer unveiled the "French Paradox"...

September 2018
While most of my recipes are now in electronic form, I still have my trusty wooden recipe box, comprised mostly of old familiar recipes from family and friends. And now that September’s upon us, comfort food and hot hearty meals come to mind.

August 2017
Growing up, both of my grandmothers had gardens, so I have lots of great memories of incredibly fresh produce and amazing meals.

March 2017
Ginger not only has a powerful flavor – it’s an all-around healthy ingredient. High in anti-aging antioxidants, ginger also promotes production of bile in the liver and gallbladder...