Aunt Nellie’s Blog

Most of us probably don’t need a recipe for everything we cook or assemble. Have you ever just looked in the pantry and fridge without any preconceived notions of what you were going to make and simply created a dish or meal from what you had on hand? That might sound...

The weather is warming up - it's time to take your meal outside! Whether it's at a park bench at lunch or a picnic table for dinner, these recipes are filled with fresh flavors and are prefect for spring. BEET & AVOCADO SALAD WHOLE ONION & FRESH TOMATO SAUCE...

March… the harbinger of Spring! Thoughts turn to warmer weather, more time outdoors, ditching the scarf and gloves, and giving our menus a spring update.     Aunt Nellie’s Chicken Soft Tacos with Pickled Beet Salsa is a perfect pick for spring. Chopped...

DEADLINE EXTENDED! SUBMIT YOUR RECIPES BY DECEMBER 11, 2015! First, watch the video from Sara at Average Betty to find out the mystery box ingredients! Second, check out the Official Rules (Note: DEADLINE EXTENDED TO DECEMBER 11, 2015) to make sure you know what is...

Close kin to the pizza, flat bread and open-faced tarts are also easy and delicious options on National Pizza Day. These two from Aunt Nellie’s made with jarred pickled beets can be enjoyed as an appetizer or served as a main dish. Perfect for casual entertaining or...

Pantry Cooking Tips From Aunt Nellie's Having a well-stocked pantry (and that’s including the refrigerator and freezer) makes it easy to prepare a meal, snack or even an impromptu cocktail party entirely with what’s on hand. Rule #1 is to stock up on foods that you...

Happy February! Winter is still with us, and we have Valentine’s Day to look forward to.  It’s on a Tuesday this year and many of us plan an at-home celebration during the week and perhaps a night out during the weekend to celebrate the occasion. Aunt Nellie’s...