Articles by Norann Oleson

Traditional Greek Cucumber Salad

Traditional Greek Cucumber Salad

When there’s salad, there’s lettuce — well, most of the time. You might be surprised to know that lettuce isn’t included in the traditional Greek salad! That’s right: the crunchy, refreshing  
5-Minute Grape Sorbet

5-Minute Grape Sorbet

Some of the best dishes can take more than a day to make, while others only need a couple of minutes — like this 5-Minute Grape Sorbet! Well, okay, it takes  
Double Pea and Feta Salad

Double Pea and Feta Salad

If you’re tired of the more conventional salads and want something simple yet special, this Double Pea and Feta Salad might just satisfy your craving. Sugar snap peas and English  
Summer Squash Bread

Summer Squash Bread

Baking bread is perhaps one of the best weekend activities ever. Growing up, back in the days before this Summer Squash Bread, I had a very close relationship with my  
Wild Rice Salad with Blueberries and Corn

Wild Rice Salad with Blueberries and Corn

People tend to think of salads as mostly composed of fresh, crunchy, and brightly colored greens. You might see some tomato reds here and there, maybe the subtle off-whites of  
Lemon Garlic Shrimp with Peas and Artichokes

Lemon Garlic Shrimp with Peas and Artichokes

Lemon Garlic Shrimp with Peas and Artichokes sounds like a mouthful — a mouthful of heaven! Don’t be intimidated by the recipe’s long name because this marvelous dish doesn’t take  
Best-in-Show Blackberry Cobbler

Best-in-Show Blackberry Cobbler

Treat yourself to the nostalgic charm of a timeless dessert with the Best-in-Show Blackberry Cobbler, a recipe that has stood the test of time since its prize-winning debut in the  
Candied Ginger

Candied Ginger

Ginger and sugar are a match made in heaven. It’s why gingersnaps, gingerbread cookies, and a host of other ginger-infused desserts have been loved for ages! You just can’t deny  
Simple Au Gratin Potatoes

Simple Au Gratin Potatoes

Bubbling and overflowing with cheese, these potatoes are a french classic that you’ll want to add to your Easter menu.