Lori Speak

The Ideal Vacation

I was reading recently what comprises the ideal vacation. The term slow travel was new to me. When I think[…]

Happy Sunday. Happy NFL draft weekend to all who celebrate! 🙂 I used to feel like the only football fan[…]

Skip takeout and make sesame chicken at home! It is quick, easy, and made with a few basic ingredients you[…]

The NFL draft is finally here. I say finally since the Vikings may as well have announced they would be[…]

Lemon parmesan asparagus is a great way to use this terrific spring veggie. The bright flavor of lemon and the[…]

Happy Sunday. The grass seemed to green up overnight. It must be spring. I am looking forward to my first[…]

Pesto chicken and rice is a quick, easy, flavorful dinner. Chicken and rice is a classic combination. We eat it[…]

Happy Sunday. There are many opinions on carrot cake, from how the cake is put together to the ingredients. Carrot[…]

Five spice glazed carrots are a delicious twist on a classic side dish. This recipe was the result of looking[…]

I made quiche for breakfast this weekend. Doesn’t it sound spring-y? 🙂 I had been looking for an excuse to[…]