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First things first - PLAY WITH YOUR FOOD! Your mother isn't looking over your shoulder; you're an adult; you know what you like!

The second "thing" is that I am from Lamoni, IA, so none of the "ethnic" foods are authentic except for the beef stew and the roasted chicken, possibly.

I encourage you to make changes to fit your particular tastes, substitute ingredients, and do whatever you want with these recipes. Share what you did that you liked so others (including me) can benefit.

For more information about my food history, philosophy and resources, check out the blog posts under Senior Minimalism.

Enchilada Sauce

By Deborah

This sauce works great with the Enchilada Casserole! Gluten Free Enchilada More +

Falafels

By Deborah

I first learned about falafels in Egypt where they are called ta'amya. They were delicious! And not More +

Chicken and Barley Soup

By Deborah

This soup is modified from a Persian soup and is more than comfort food - it's delicious! My husband More +

Tomato Confit

By Deborah

I readily admit, I'm avoiding going into the gym and getting on the treadmill for my daily 30 More +

Tortilla Soup in a Blender

By Deborah

This soup is really good as an alternative to Tacos on Taco Tuesday. It can be prepared Vegan with a More +

2023 Environmental Working Group Lists of Contaminated Food

By Deborah

OK - 2023 was challenging for me - I'm not gonna lie - so I'm a little behind in getting the word More +

Vegetable Broth

By Deborah

All of the soup recipes take some kind of broth. I've made beef and chicken broth in abundance over More +

Pumpkin Soup – but not really!

By Deborah

  Many years ago, we used to travel to Fairway, Kansas for Christmas. My mother-in-law, More +

Lasagna Soup in Slow Cooker

By Deborah

This soup was very satisfying and a lot less work than the lasagna I usually make! I'm pretty sure More +

Ron’s Healthy Italian Wedding Soup

By Deborah

Heads up - not authentic, but Ron loves this soup and it does have tiny meat balls and Italian More +

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      • Chicken & Turkey
      • Fish and Seafood
      • Lamb
      • Pork
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    • Thanksgiving Menu
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