We’ve been getting some wonderful corn here and when great corn is no longer a luxury in itself, and only then, can I really think about making it some way other than barely cooked, buttered and salted. In other words, it takes a bit for me to get my fill of it each year…

Salmon Burgers
If you live in the Midwest, you’re probably familiar with Hy-Vee chain of grocery stores. They have an absolutely marvelous meat counter with all kinds of grab & cook options. My folks love their burgers along with quite a few of the options there. Me? I’m all about the Salmon Burgers. The only problem for cheap lil’ ol’ me? The price. And it’s not that the prices are outlandish, it’s just that they are a lot more than homemade options.

Creamy Cauliflower Mac & Cheese
When I came across a recipe from Mark Bittman for sneaky, stealthy Creamy Cauliflower Mac & Cheese with a head of cauliflower hidden in the sauce, I took note. I love love love the idea of sneaking in veggies wherever possible and try to take advantage of that strategy when I can, so how could I resist?