Healthy food, fresh ingredients, simple reci[es

Asparagus, Tuna and Caper Risotto Mon mari gets out Friday.

First, is there a short name for the automated answering systems that all businesses use now? You know the: If you want help press one; If you just like playing on the phone press two….

Taking a picture of an empty cornfield isn’t very interesting….

As long as I an in the US, visiting family and having a wee holiday, I thought I would entertain you by reprinting: The Saga of the Titre de Sejour, French Paperwork in 4-parts Part V June 9, 2006 We are now the proud holders of unexpired ‘Titre de.

Mon mari has declared the guest bathroom done! Of course I haven’t inspected it yet….

Chicken, Potato, Tomato Gratin, an easy dinner from the oven, finished with a sprinkle of cheese.

This Chicken Salad with Grilled Potatoes, Shallots and Onions, has been a family and guest favorite for years.

Easy meatballs made without eggs with spaghetti finished in the sauce for a flavorful main course

This simple Leek and Ham Gratin, finished with an easy bechemal and cheese topping, can be a first course, side dish or, add a cup of soup / fresh bread for a light lunch.

Ginger and dry mustard add a bit of heat and a lot of umami to this easy barbecue sauce.

This is an easy, first course salad coming together in just 10 minutes.

A simple, quickly made barbecue sauce makes this easy grilled salmon a gourmet treat.

This main course salad has several cooked ingredients: shrimp, potatoes, and beans, which make it a great, healthy main course