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An Indirect Route

Flavors of growing up. Family favorites, cookbook finds, and some new creations – recipes for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and dessert!

Pumpkin Cheesecake

An Indirect RouteAudrey TrieschmanDecember 26, 20170

Subtle pumpkin flavor in a classic cheesecake recipe. Prep: 30 minutes; total time: 8 hours.

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An Indirect RouteAudrey TrieschmanDecember 26, 20170

Make-Ahead Pan Gravy

Planning ahead? Much of the gravy can be made one to two days in advance. Finish it up once the turkey…
An Indirect RouteAudrey TrieschmanDecember 25, 20170

Creamed Spinach

A quick and easy side. Prep: 5 minutes; Start to finish: 20 minutes
An Indirect RouteAudrey TrieschmanDecember 25, 20170

Make-Ahead Mashed Potatoes

These potatoes can be made up to 1 day ahead – see special instructions. It was worth the 3 extra steps:…
100 Things to Make for DinnerAudrey TrieschmanNovember 18, 20170

Chicken in Apple Mustard Sauce

Simple to make and easy to double (this recipe serves 4). Prep: 5 minutes; Cook: 25; Start to finish: 30 minutes
An Indirect RouteAudrey TrieschmanNovember 18, 20170

Rock Cakes

We didn’t grow up with chocolate chip cookies. Hard to believe, I know. But we did grow up loving Rock Cakes,…
An Indirect RouteAudrey TrieschmanNovember 18, 20170

CSA Challenge: Easy Roasted Acorn Squash

Simple and flavorful, with only 3 ingredients + salt and pepper. Start to finish: 45 minutes
An Indirect RouteAudrey TrieschmanNovember 18, 20170

Pumpkin Pie

A classic pie, great for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or just about any other time! Prep: 15 minutes; Bake: 55 minutes
An Indirect RouteAudrey TrieschmanJuly 19, 20170

Rhubarb and Strawberry Jam

Picking strawberries in the field and selecting stalks of rhubarb, then coming home to make jam. What a day! Note that…
An Indirect RouteAudrey TrieschmanJuly 19, 20170

Grilled Beets

Adding beets to the list of vegetables that are great on the grill. Start to finish: 45 minutes

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Piper the pet therapy dog shares her special gift with many people. The story is written for children and based on real-life experiences of a real-life dog. A section at the end offers more information about pet therapy in general. Order Piper's Special Gift here.

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