Waste Not Want Not and Give Alms

It’s interesting that in observing Lent, those of us who are Catholic, remember that this is also the time to give alms – donate to our church community if we can. Here’s some fun recipes that you can make at home and are perfect for Lent. By using some leftovers you can create another, tasty meal, and hopefully give what you save. Check out the … Continue reading Waste Not Want Not and Give Alms

St. Patrick’s Day Faves: Corned Beef & Cabbage, Buttery Soda Bread and a Bottle Lamb

It has been many decades since I woke up at 3 AM to feed an infant. But that’s just what I did a few days ago. The infant, named Aggie, was a 4-legged babe. A day old “bottle” lamb carried by neighbor, Erin Phillips, to my kitchen door.  This gentle lamb was abandoned by its mother, who went into premature labor during a coyote attack. Erin … Continue reading St. Patrick’s Day Faves: Corned Beef & Cabbage, Buttery Soda Bread and a Bottle Lamb

Homemade Pizza

Last week I found myself mesmerized at the overwhelming variety of pizzas in the frozen pizza aisle at the grocery. From thin crust to thick, classic pepperoni to spinach artichoke, and everything in between.  That’s when I decided to share recipes for an easy, homemade pizza sauce and fool-proof dough.They use wholesome, customizable ingredients and take a whole lot less freezer space than boxed pizzas. … Continue reading Homemade Pizza