When I was a toddler, my aunt often picked me up and took me out to eat at our local café. I chose the same menu item whether we went out for breakfast, lunch or an afternoon snack. “I’ll have trampled ‘oggs’ and totes,” I said to the waitress. I was about two years old
Feast your eyes on eggs
Prairie Fare: A recipe for Egg Muffins
Be the grill master this spring
Prairie Fare: Foil Vegetable Packets
What should I grill for dinner tonight?” my husband asked the other day. I began naming a variety of possibilities. Then I paused and grinned. Buying him a grill for Father’s Day was the best gift I ever bought myself, our three kids and even our three dogs. We all enjoy the benefits of delicious
Enjoy spring with regular outdoor walks
Prairie Fare: Chocolate Cereal and Fruit Snack Mix
Well, did you see a hawk?” my 11-year-old daughter asked me. I’m sure I looked at her with a confused expression on my face. My 19-year-old son and I had just returned from a two-mile walk around our neighbourhood. “Did you hear it squawk?” she continued with an impish grin on her face. I now
Do you sit most of the day?
Prairie Fare: No-Bake Snack Mix
I was anticipating food at a “breakfast meeting” and I was correct. Food is not available at every meeting I attend, so it is a welcome treat. I skipped breakfast in anticipation. When I arrived, I eyed the tray of caramel rolls and cinnamon rolls. I was kind of hungry. I opted for the cinnamon
How much protein do you need?
Prairie Fare: Slow-Cooker-Shredded Salsa Chicken Tacos
The other day, I was at the hair salon with my eyes closed and head propped over a sink. I was so relaxed that I was ready to take a power nap. Unfortunately, I could not help but overhear a discussion by strangers at the sink next to me. They were talking about their diets.
Where do you get your recipes?
Prairie Fare: Reduced-Fat Morning Glory Muffins
Let’s starting cooking!” I said with enthusiasm to my daughter. “Mom, what’s the difference between cooking and baking?” my 11-year-old daughter asked. We were about to bake some bread, so I think she was associating cookies and breads with baking. My husband chuckled when he saw me wrinkling my brow and pondering her question. Is
Food preparation evolves as the family nest empties
Prairie Fare: Potato Soup Mix in a Jar
Mom, what college-credit class should I take next fall?” my 16-year-old daughter asked. I gulped. College? Already? My neighbour was surprised, too. “Are you going to be a senior in high school?” she asked my daughter. My daughter nodded, and I started feeling very sentimental. My brain did a “flash forward.” Before long, we will
Save some bread with these tips
Prairie Fare: Chocolate Bread Pudding
Does the bread have seeds in it?” my 11-year-old daughter asked. “The bread has no seeds,” I responded as I flipped the slices of french toast on the griddle. I am well aware that my youngest child does not like bread with added ingredients such as seeds and nuts. Usually she picks out all the
Bring on the leafy greens this winter
Prairie Fare: As You Like It Breakfast Casserole
Our snow accumulation in North Dakota has been meagre this winter. Looking out my window, I can see spots of dormant, brownish grass. I’m not complaining. At this time of winter, I begin wishing for spring and the sign of green vegetation. I do not have a warm-weather-destination trip planned, so I probably won’t see
Mind your portions this winter
Try this warm and hearty Vegetable Soup recipe to curb your appetite
Did you know your breed has a tendency to become overweight?” I asked our dachshunds. If they had replied verbally, I might have fainted. Instead, they looked at me with pleading eyes, and then they turned their attention to the plates I was carrying. Their sharp noses could detect the traces of food on the
Cyber-Savvy Farmer
