Do you love pasta dishes? This is a great way to use up leftover chicken, cooked any way you like. Try varying the herbs and cheese, or leave the cheese out and use yogurt or coconut milk instead.

When I was a child, we had a marvelous couple of LP recordings of Danny Kaye reading fairy tales by Hans Christian Anderson. One favorite of mine was “Nail Soup,” about a tramp who finds a house lit up in the dark, and knocks on the door for shelter. This is my version of the soup in the story.

Do you love granola? Tired of the high prices you pay at stores? It’s time to make your own!

Does your work have you traveling a lot? Are you concerned about eating well while you’re on the road? With a little advance preparation, you can take along a variety of healthy foods to replace eating in restaurants for every meal.

Are you looking for a light, summery cookie? I love citrus flavoring, and lavender adds another element of zest to these delicate cookies. Try these tender tidbits to tease your taste buds!

If you love the rich, crumbly flavor and texture of Scottish shortbread, you will adore this lavender-flavored version. It's much more economical to make your own, and this recipe is quick and easy.

Are you wondering how people cooked before the advent of modern stoves, microwave ovens, and dishwashers? Much of the labor was done by hand–and involved the cook plus several other servants. Read on!

Want to try using chocolate in a savory dish? Do you have some leftover chocolate icing? Try this fancy recipe as a way to impress someone with your cooking skills. The recipe is far easier than it sounds, and well worth the effort.

How to grind your own almond butter--and save money! Follow these easy steps for a delicious, home-made nut butter. You can also use other nuts instead of almonds.

Do you live for potatoes? Need a new way to prepare them? Try this delicious way to serve mashed potatoes--as an appetizer or side dish.