Recipes

A summertime classic here in the Midwest. I won a blue ribbon at the country fair for a mixed berry version with this crust recipe. Serve topped with vanilla bean ice cream for the deluxe version. Ingredients: 3 cups unbleached,…

A fresh and flavorful twist on the backyard barbecue. Serve it with rice or potatoes. So simple but so scrumptious. Ingredients: One 6-ounce can of tomato paste ½ cup olive oil 1/3 cup fresh lime juice ¼ cup brown sugar,…

This cool and creamy dish is perfect for a picnic or potluck. So good! Ingredients: 12-ounce package of rotini or elbow macaroni 3 tablespoons finely minced sweet onion 1 ½  cup real mayonnaise 2 teaspoons white vinegar 1 tablespoon sugar…

Rhubarb Bread My father grew rhubarb in his garden, and every spring when he was alive I would pick baskets full. This bread is delicious. Even people who claim to not like rhubarb love it. Ingredients: 1 ½ cups packed…

Lemon-Pepper Roasted Asparagus Here in Michigan, we have an abundance of asparagus in early spring. This is my favorite way to prepare it. Be sure to look for stalks that are not too thick. Ingredients 2 pounds fresh asparagus 2…

Crock Pot Hawaiian Chicken Serve over rice and sprinkle with sliced almonds for an easy but delicious meal! Ingredients: 3 lbs. boneless, skinless chicken breast halves 1/8 cup cornstarch ¼ cup brown sugar 1/8 cup soy sauce 1/8 cup fresh…