Gooseberry Patch

A Bushel and a Peck...

It's officially September and that always means a trip to the orchard for us...Lynd Fruit Farm is a favorite desitination of ours. Where's your favorite apple-picking spot? No matter which farm you visit, there's just something magical about pulling your own from the tree, taking them back to the car... 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 Recipes that Remind Us of Home!

Remember walking down to the corner store with your allowance or maybe stopping by your favorite soda counter to enjoy a cool treat? How about those blue-plate specials from the best diner in town? All these and more were the inspiration behind our cookbook, Hometown Favorites. This week's Menu of... 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 →

Our Beat-the-Heat Winners!

BEAT-THE-HEAT WINNERS FROM OUR RECIPE ROUND-UP! In this week's Recipe Round-Up, we asked you to vote for your favorite links shared. Here are the recipes that received the most Likes as of Friday afternoon... Tomato & Spinach Pasta Salad from Hot Eats and Cool Reads Crunchy Broccoli & Bacon Salad... Read more →

Recipes to Beat the Heat!

We've had so many HOT days in the high nineties that we've lost count, and we know that many of YOU in the south and west have had more than your fair share of summer here lately too! Whether it's salads, sandwiches, grilled goodies or ice cream for dinner, how... 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 →

Come On Over for our Menu of the Week!

This time of year is perfect for gathering with family & friends...our latest Menu of the Week is filled with recipes you'll love to share at your upcoming get-togethers, no matter how casual or formal. Come On Over makes it easy to turn simple meals into something special and also... 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 →

A Quick & Easy Menu This Week!

This week's Menu of the Week comes from one of our favorite (and best-selling!) cookbooks. Country Quick & Easy was our earliest recipe collection focused on simple, time-saving recipes and its success has been the inspiration for many more since! In Country Quick & Easy, you'll find hundreds of recipes... Read more →

Menu of the Week Full of Bonuses!

We all have cookbooks in our collection that we rely on in a pinch...we've heard over and over that Ready, Set, Eat! is that cookbook for MANY of our fans! Not only does it feature a delicious selection of quick & easy meals, plus slow-cooker AND one-dish recipes, it also... Read more →

A Market-Inspired Menu of the Week!

Friendly chatter, cheery farm stands, bushels of produce, baskets of fruit and Mason jars overflowing with just-picked blooms...the farmers' market is in full swing! With everything in sight locally grown, there's just no better place to find the absolute freshest foods...this amazing selection available right in our neighborhoods was our... Read more →

Springtime Supper Winners!

SPRINGTIME SUPPER WINNERS! In this week's Recipe Round-Up, we asked you to vote for your favorite links shared. Here are the recipes that received the most Likes as of Friday afternoon! Strawberry Shortcake Cake from The Country Cook Shrimp Scampi with Pan-Roasted Asparagus & Linguine from Stella B's Kitchen Key... Read more →

Gathering Up Easter Favorites!

Easter always meant a big family meal at Grandma's house. Her best dishes and lace tablecloth would set the table and there were always a few extra chairs pulled up for special guests. We loved getting together with aunts, uncles and cousins...maybe there'd even be an egg hunt in the... Read more →

A Menu from Grandma!

Remember big family dinners at Grandma's house? Her table was filled with comforting, old-fashioned recipes that had her own special touches...many of these have found their way to our own recipe boxes over the years. If you're anything like us, these are some of your most treasured. This week's Menu... Read more →

Speedy Supper Winners!

QUICK & EASY DINNER WINNERS! In this week's Recipe Round-Up, we asked you to vote for your favorite links shared. Here are the recipes that received the most Likes as of Friday afternoon! Chicken Kisses from Shugary Sweets Crock-Pot Reuben Casserole from Crock-Pot Ladies Chicken-Apple Salad with Candied Pecans from... Read more →

Serving Up a Hearty Menu This Week!

We all love serving up a meal that really hits the spot and in everyone's recipe box, you'll find a go-to recipe (or a few!) that home cooks know will do the trick. This week's Menu of the Week is filled with recipes that'll really stick to their ribs and... Read more →

Want to Make it Homestyle in a Hurry?

Ever wanted to serve up a homecooked meal, but felt like you needed hours of prep time to get it on the table? Not anymore! This week's Menu of the Week is filled with recipes that go from fridge to table in a flash...all in under an hour! They're all... Read more →

Meatless Meal Round-Up Winners!

MEATLESS MEALS WINNERS! In this week's Recipe Round-Up, we asked you to vote for your favorite links shared. Here are the recipes that received the most Likes as of Friday afternoon! (With so many tied for 4 and 5 votes at the time of tallying, we're sharing an extra-big bunch... Read more →