Buying in bulk is always a money-saver, especially if you have room to store the excess for another day. That's where vacuum sealing equipment comes in really handy. I would not be without my Foodsaver machine today as I can store fresh food up to 2 weeks without spoiling. Check out my review.

Are you overwhelmed with your bumper crop of fresh, home grown tomatoes that you can only make so much pasta sauce with? Well, pull up the tomato buffet sisters and take a seat, while you turn your crop into a fresh, easy and elegant summer salad platter that's fit for the best of tables.

When it's hot and muggy in the summer and you don't want to mess with the stove too much - make a Fresh & Easy Summer Caprese Salad that requires no cooking at all! Packed with nutrition and drizzled with a light white balsamic salad dressing - your taste buds will sing 'healthy'!

Liven up your legs with a little balsamic and garlic. Yes, I'm talking chicken here! Kids love chicken legs, especially the KFC kind, however they are full of fat calories. Just by rubbing a little garlic and drizzling a little glaze on the chicken, it can go into the poultry hall of fame!

Do you love eggplant? Try this garlicky recipe for a nice side dish. If you've never eaten eggplant, this is a good introduction to the fruit.

Do you enjoy a really great potato salad? Well, here it is - my German-style Summer Potato Salad recipe. Packed with flavor, texture and lighter than traditional potato salads which contain mayo. It's a great side dish for pot lucks, picnics and cook outs. A double batch may be necessary here!

Here's recipes for chicken and beef.

I love using fresh veggies only because they taste so darn good! My recipe for Grilled Baby Bok Choy and Green Onions, will be a great addition to practically anything you want to add to a recipe. Whether it be a soup, stew or a salad...just by adding a little quick char on the grill. Fab!

My Grilled Chicken Pasta Primavera Recipe is a lighter and healthier version of the original Pasta Primavera, which was made with a rich cheese sauce. Grilled chicken, fresh veggies and aromatic herbs make this dish - and tossed altogether with the pasta - totally yummy and satisfying. Enjoy!

Are you a curry lover? By adding warm Indian spices and a few fresh and crunchy veggies to leftover chicken and rice from the night before, you will be delighted with this Grilled Curry Chicken & Rice Salad recipe. This is a great budget-stretcher and it's yummy hot or cold. Enjoy!