Last week was tough. The weather was bitter cold. We were all sick and confined to the house. On the rare occasion [...]
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Polenta: A Seasonal Classic
On a cold winter day, I crave warm and comforting food like polenta. A coarse cornmeal cooked over a long slow heat [...]
Star-studded Walnut Shortbread
Last year, I made a batch of shortbread that was less than stellar. I used the recipe from the updated edition of [...]
Holiday Spoon Bread
I’ve been waiting to tell you this recipe. It’s an ideal side dish for the holiday season. I think you’re going to [...]
Weeknight Rocket – 5 Minutes for Food
Few meals can compare to the bright notes of homemade pesto tossed with pasta and grated cheese. Pesto packs such intense flavor [...]
When Smucker’s Calls, Say ‘Yes’
When the Smucker’s company invites over for a two-day visit, don’t hesitate and check your calendar, simply nod and say ‘yes.’ I [...]
A Meal for Fall
Nikki Gardner is our new Food Editor here at 5 Minutes for Mom. Nikki is a freelance writer and photographer capturing the [...]















