This site is the cumulative result of the lessons learned over the years. I am not a dietician or nutritionist or chef, but I have a great love of food and cooking and spending the dinner hour (OK - 20 minutes on a good night!) with my family.

The recipes I choose for the menus are intended to be family-friendly, nutritious, and simple to make. If you're looking for gourmet cooking, this is probably not the site for you! The recipes are adapted from a wide variety of sources including my own family favorites, my extensive cookbook collection, various cooking magazines, online cooking sites, and reader submissions.

The menus are highly varied, but some ingredients are more common than others. Chicken is a frequent ingredient, as it is lower in fat and very reasonably priced compared to many other protein sources. Vegetables are a major player in both side and main dishes. If you see an ingredient in a recipe that you know won't go over well with your family, simply leave it out.

Your feedback and reviews of the recipes are highly encouraged! Submissions of your own favorite recipes is also welcome. Click here to email me.

Currently I am unable to provide menus for those with special dietary needs.