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National Homemade Soup Day & the Best Bean and Bacon Soup

Posted on February 4, 2023 by HelenFern

It’s National Homemade Soup Day! Soup has been eaten by us humans for more than 20,000 years! It can by creamy and thick like a chowder, or a simple broth, like good ol’ chicken noodle. Each part of the world … Continue reading →

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10 Hearty Winter Soups!

Posted on December 27, 2021 by HelenFern

I live in the upper Willamette Valley. The part I live in is often referred to as the banana belt. When it snows we rarely get any. But it’s been COLD since the day after Christmas. We got a couple … Continue reading →

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Halloween Party Recipes and a Spooky Dessert Link up!

Posted on October 18, 2021 by HelenFern

Can you believe Halloween is just two weeks away! Here are some munchy ideas – for the party or while you wait for the trick or treaters. It’s all good! But we need some desserts – and that’s for you … Continue reading →

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Grilled Portobello Mushrooms

Posted on July 20, 2021 by HelenFern

I love mushrooms, especially the big, meaty portobello. These beautiful fungi can be served as a side dish or as the main dish. This recipe can be sliced on the side (like I did with some grilled chicken) or left … Continue reading →

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Top 10 Most Visited Posts of 2020

Posted on January 2, 2021 by HelenFern

Are you ready for the 2020 Top 10 Posts? The wild year is behind us. And now we are starting a new year with new possibilities. But 2020 wasn’t all bad. There were some high points and we had a … Continue reading →

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