Gooseberry Patch

Rounding Up Beefy Family Favorites!

Most families' grocery lists include ground beef, stew beef, a plump roast to pop in the slow cooker or another version of this hearty ingredient. Maybe you have a secret-ingredient spaghetti sauce or a beef stew that always warms 'em up on cold, wintry days? Today we're looking for YOUR... Read more →

What's Cooking in YOUR Kitchen?

Whether this week has been hectic & busy or you've been able to relax and enjoy yourself, we'd love to hear what you've cooked up in the last week or so. Let's share our latest kitchen creations today...we know you've got something yummy bubbling away in the oven or simming... Read more →

What's Simmering in YOUR Slow Cooker?

Snowy winter days spent braving the wind and chill are here, and there's no better time to come home to a slow-simmered supper. Meals like this are how comfort food got its name, isn't it? Whether it's a hearty pot roast, a sippable soup or something spicy to warm you... Read more →

Keeping Christmas Quick & Easy!

If you're like us, once the calendar reads December, it's off to the races to plan all the festivities of Christmas! From a quick snack while wrapping gifts to an easy holiday dinner with family, we always want to make time to share the fun & food of the season.... Read more →

Looking Forward to a Homemade Christmas?

Gingerbread cookies are baking in the oven, the kids are stringing popcorn garlands and everyone secretly making a little something for someone special. A homemade holiday is the best, isn't it? With Thanksgiving behind us, we're all looking forward to celebrating the merriest season of the year, starting with this... Read more →

Six Speedy Suppers to Save You Time!

When it comes to dinner, busy families are looking for tried & true recipes filled with homemade flavor, without the fuss. The cookbook featured in our latest Menu of the Week has recipes to fit the busiest schedules...Speedy Suppers is filled with recipes made in 30 minutes or less! A... Read more →

Enjoy Autumn in the Country!

Ever want to retreat to a little cabin in the woods, watch the leaves fall and just get away from it all? Quiet days like this were the inspiration for our cookbook, Autumn in the Country. We're nearing the end of October and before we know it, the holiday whirlwind... Read more →

Menu of the Week: Autumn with Family & Friends

Whether you're spending your weekends cheering on the hometeam, getting ready to gather with friends for neighborhood trick-or-treat or just enjoying a quiet autumn evening at home with your family, this week's Menu of the Week delivers just the recipes you'll need! Autumn with Family & Friends covers every meal... Read more →

Make it a Homemade Harvest This Year!

There’s so much to look forward to when fall arrives! Whether you’re spending the bright days among the changing leaves or enjoying crisp evenings around a crackling fire, our latest Menu of the Week features a bounty of recipes to share with those near and dear to you! Selected from... Read more →

Goodies for Game Day Get-Togethers

Whether you're a super-fan who wears your team's colors every weekend or if you just like to host a gameday get-together for the fun, friends and food, this week's Recipe Round-Up is sure to hit the spot! We love a good party, and tailgating celebrations seem to offer particularly yummy... Read more →

What are YOU Slow-Cooking this Fall?

This time of year, we can all use a little less time in the kitchen and a little MORE enjoying the first sunny days of fall with family & friends. What could be better than coming home to a dinner that's been simmering away all day? Today, we're looking for... Read more →

A Menu for Your Slow Cooker!

Whether you're busy driving kids back and forth to school and after-school activities, have your hands full with preserving the last of your summer garden or would rather spend your time decorating for fall, you'll be especially glad to see this Menu of the Week! Selected from our cookbook, Slow-Cooker... Read more →

6 Easy, Everyday Recipes for Your Menu!

Who doesn't love a meal that's simple to shop for and comes together in a snap? That's exactly what you'll find in 101 Easy, Everyday Recipes, especially handy at this busy back-to-school time of year! Inside the cookbook, you'll find two chapters full of main dishes - 20 stovetop suppers... Read more →

Best Back to School Recipes from YOU!

While back-to-school is an exciting time for families, the schedule changes can be challenging. We all want to feed them something hot & hearty but, between homework and earlier bedtimes, we don't have as much time as we like for prep and cooking. That's where those never-fail, ready-in-a-snap recipes come... Read more →

Wondering What's for Dinner this week?

We've all heard those three little words, "What's for dinner?" and as we peeked into the pantry, were faced with a familiar challenge...whipping up something tasty from nothing much! Our latest Menu of the Week comes from a cookbook that recalls the familiar phrase and in What's for Dinner?, you'll... Read more →

6 Cozy Casseroles You'll Love!

This week's Menu of the Week comes from a brand new cookbook that's packed with full-color photos...101 Cozy Casseroles! Filled with tried & true dishes that are easy to make, inexpensive and family-friendly, it's just right for busy moms with kids headed back to school and anyone else who loves... Read more →

Christmas in July?

It's been so sweltering recently, we thought we have a little fun with this week's Menu of the Week...how about a little Christmas in July? No matter what time of year, welcoming family & friends to our kitchens is one of our favorite things about the holidays, and even without... Read more →

Menu of the Week from One-Pot Meals!

We just love the cozy feeling to sitting down with our family to enjoy a home-cooked dinner. It's even better when dinner is cooked in just one pot or pan, isn't it? If you're looking for a way to relax with loved ones while a full-of-flavor dinner simmers away, our... Read more →

Home-Cooked Taste, Without the Work!

One of our greatest pleasures is sitting down to a cozy, home-cooked meal with family & friends. In today's fast-paced world, though, it can be such a challenge to make it all from scratch! With the recipes we're sharing in our Menu of the Week, from Almost Homemade, you can... Read more →

Celebrating Summer This Week!

There's nothing like the breezy days of summer...the freshest produce, grilling outside, swaying on the porch swing and watching the kids chase fireflies. A trip to the farmers' market or a short walk to your own backyard garden and you have the makings for the most flavorful meal...best shared with... Read more →