Gooseberry Mixer
The house was abuzz with excitement. Celebrating two big family events on the same weekend. I knew friends and family would appreciate the special touches to make the weekend memorable—including …
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Norann Oleson serves as Editorial & Analytics Director, bringing a laser-like focus on business analysis and decision support. She also has deep domain knowledge around all aspects of gardening, which she uses to assist the team in making audience decisions that are data-driven and audience-centric. Norann also supervises all analytics support for our partners including publishers, sponsors, and affiliates.
Articles by Norann Oleson
Stuffed Eggplant Boats
I love family lunches for two reasons; first, you get to catch up with everyone and have a nice chat, and second, you have a great excuse to be creative …
Eggplant Rollatini with Spinach
Whenever Italian food is mentioned, it’s almost always the case that pasta is the first thing that comes to mind—and I don’t blame you! Indeed, there’s a wide variety of …
Super Greens Kale Smoothie
A lot of folks may look at you sideways if you offer to make them a kale smoothie. Be ready to get a “thanks, but no thanks” shake of the …
Simply Soothing Melon Smoothie
Smoothies. They’re not just for breakfast anymore. And they’re not just one thing. You can make them hearty and nutritious for a satisfying breakfast, or you can make them light …
Fennel and Kale Pancakes
Sunday is one of my favorite days of the week because it also holds the status of “Pancake Day” in our house. There’s nothing quite like a fluffy pancake slathered …
Kale Salad
As the acclaimed Queen of Greens, kale should be a no-brainer choice for a salad. But if you’re already making a face and shaking your head, chances are you haven’t …
Slow Cooker Kale Soup
Soup is one of the most flexible, forgiving dishes you can make. Sure, almost every recipe provides you with exact amounts of ingredients to include. But show of hands—how many …
Winter Squash Bread
If you’ve ever grown zucchini, you’ve heard all the jokes about too much of a good thing. Chances are, you’ve baked your share of zucchini bread. Well, this Winter Squash …
Roasted Stuffed Acorn Squash
Some winter squash varieties just seem ready-made to serve up dinner. I love the look of an acorn squash, with its deep ribbing, deeper green skin, and the lovely, luscious …
