Jennifer Matthews 
Ingredients 1 lb. elbow macaroni 4 tablespoons butter 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour 2 cups milk 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 2 cups shredded smoked Gouda cheese Instructions 1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Butter a 9×13 inch baking …
I discovered another area in which I don’t deal with change very well. We all have some of those things to varying degrees. A big one for me shows up when I write. I have … no, wait. I HAVE to have my mug of coffee by …
Rumor has it that one way to kill a frog is to put it in a pot of water and slowly increase the heat. It will never realize that it’s being boiled to death. Lovely thought, eh? I’ve recently realized that in a different way, …
Three people in a house, three different ways to make oatmeal, and each believes their way is the only way. Dudette’s method is the easiest. Open a packet of Quaker Instant Oatmeal (maple and brown sugar is her favorite), pour it in a bowl, add …
Need a splash of sunshine in your day? This glorious Key Lime Icebox Cake is a bright, light dessert that will be a family favorite at first bite. I have a ‘thing’ for citrus. Sophie knows that after Halloween’s haul is brought home, I’ll be …
Deep-Dish Mushroom & Onion Pizza: Before you sigh and walk away from this gorgeous pizza, know that it’s lightened up. Which means you can have a guilt-free slice. It’s been just about 20 years since I was able drive 10 minutes to Giordano’s and order a truly …
Sometimes, over the course of a month, I realize that I’m gravitating towards one magazine more than the others. This happens most often when the stack is larger than normal, as is the case with May. Cook’s Country is my magnet this month. Personally, I blame …
I am one of those bizarre women who don’t like shopping. I avoid the mall like the plague and consider trips to Walmart and Target a form of torture. Grocery shopping is the exception. I love wandering through the aisles, looking at all the amazing …
I’m curious; what’s your normal knock-around-the-house wear during winter? Do you dress for show from nice shoes to coiffed hair even if you’re not expecting visitors? Or are you at the other end of the spectrum; opting for comfort in barely-decent sweats, ratty sweater and …
Sweet and Spicy Steak Bites: Quick, easy and absolutely delicious, these steak bites make an awesome snack or main dish meat any time of year. Can you list off five brand name products that come from where you live? I can, and to be honest, I’m …
