Four Ways to Savor the Week
The Friday Four
The Friday Four is Nancy’s signature weekly note—delivered straight to your inbox. Just four things, thoughtfully chosen: a vibrant, healthy recipe, a smart kitchen tip, a creative spark, and a wine find worth sipping.
Friday Four – Blueberry Balsamic Salad – 080219
The summer season means BERRIES! This versatile and easy salad is full of blueberries, both whole and in the dressing.
Friday Four – Crunchy Orange Oatmeal Cookies – 072619
Sometimes you just want a treat to share with others. Celebrate generosity by baking and taking these easy, better-for-you cookies!
Friday Four 071919: Refreshing and Cool Mango and Avocado Salad
Whew! HOT humid HOT in Atlanta – which is fine by me as long as I whip up salads like this for dinner!
Friday Four 071219: Simply Summer Fruit Tarts
Its so easy to capture the ripe juicy taste of summer in these fool-proof galettes!
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