OUR FAMILY BRAVED THE CHEST HIGH STINGING NETTLE, POISON IVY, AND MOSQUITOES THIS PAST SUNDAY AFTER CHURCH TO TRUDGE DEEP INTO THE NEBRASKA FOREST AND HARVEST PAWPAWS. WHAT IS A PAWPAW?  The pawpaw is a tropical-like fruit native to the forest fringes of the Midwest and parts of the South. The fruit looks a little like a mango, with large, brown...

Curing meat has been a tradition since 3000 BC and started in Mesopotamia.  Even back then families knew the importance of preserving their meat and vegetables. Most often salt and herbs were used in the process.  

It has been a pleasure to get to know Cristina and her family.  She has a beautiful spirit and is one of the sweetest moms you will meet. Its a win-win to be able to work with a fellow military spouse and start bringing you recipes that your family will love.  Make sure to share all your questions and recommendations...