This is a very short email to update my readers because I know many of you want to know.On February 2, 2026, my husband passed away at the age of 51. I appreciate everyone who is visiting the blog and buying my books, but I've having trouble getting...
Hey !It’s been a while since I’ve written. Life at home has been extremely difficult, and for a time I simply didn’t have the capacity to be present online.The good news is that I’m slowly finding my footing again.I’ve been working on a new book - so...
Hello lovely !I want to take a moment and let you know everything I've been up to on Just Plain Cooking.If you haven't had a chance to check out the Weekly Menu Planner, what are you waiting for? And if you have, I'd love to know your thoughts.This v...
Hey I'm elbows deep in this and I'm so excited. It's not ready to use yet. I'm testing and fine tuning on my Staging (that is, non-public) site. and here's how it will work:Here's the thing - NOTHING will saved to my site. It stays on your browser an...
HeyI was supposed to be working on Pickled Carrots and Freezer Coleslaw this week. Or maybe finalize that post with yummy, yummy BBQ Brisket and Cider-Braised Pork Steaks? They're coming, I promise!Instead, I decided to remake Mrs. Bauman’s Lazy Oatm...
Welcome to Just Plain Kitchen Talk, where we pull up a chair and get real about food, cooking, and feeding people without losing your mind (or your paycheck).In this first episode, we’re diving into the truth no one wants to admit: most people today...
Sweet and Sour Pork Chops with Pineapple uses the oven to conveniently cook the meat while you make a quick sauce with fresh peppers and pineapple.
Homemade Chicken Broth is easy to make, uses up leftover bones and vegetables that need using, and is both delicious and nutritious.
Delicious Pineapple and Shrimp Stuffed Avocado isperfect as a healthy lunch entrée or a light dinner - especially on those warm summer days when you don’t want to spend much time in the kitchen.
This fun vegetable gets far less attention than it deserves. Gluten free and absolutely delicious, you'll love the simplicity of Roasted Spaghetti Squash.
Classic comfort food, this easy Shepherd's Pie recipe cooks in a cast iron skillet that goes from stovetop to oven to table.
Gluten Free Fig Lemon Olive Oil Cakes are a fruity and delicious change of pace. Serve with homemade Vanilla Fig Jam and let the children have cake for breakfast.
A great drink for bedtime, Kiwi Cucumber Smoothie helps you sleep better and is packed with vitamin C while cucumber loads you up with B vitamins.
Perfect for Sunday brunch or a not-too-sweet treat anytime, Lemon Raspberry Loaf is a classic quickbread made even better with fresh berries and quick glaze.
