Category Archives: Kitchen

By Megan Pothoven Growing up, I hated pulling weeds. Weeding my mom’s vegetable garden was one of the chores my siblings and I were responsible for in the summer. And of course, my mom seemed to plant everything in her garden, making it rather large. One of the memories I have is spending hot, sunny summer...

It was an exciting day when Iowa Governor Reynolds signed a proclamation declaring April Meat on the Table Month in support of Iowa livestock producers who provide highly nutritious food that feeds our state, nation, and the world. We truly celebrated two weeks ago as we welcomed a new group of calves and pigs to...

Penelope's first birthday gift came early and we couldn't wait for her to try it out. I think Blake and I were as excited as Penelope for this one. Needless to say, she loves her "Beep Beep Jeep." For those that don’t know me, my name is Cathryn Dunsbergen and Thelma & Bonnie’s is my little...

We can all use a good laugh these days, with all of the dreary rainy days, lack of consistent sunshine, COVID fatigue, and cold windy days still annoyingly hanging around our doorsteps even though the calendar clearly says it’s spring already! Well, we have just the cure for that, thanks to author, professional speaker, and...

Our family's traditional Easter meal includes ham as well as ham balls. My ham balls recipe calls for one pound of hamburger and one pound of pork. What graces your table on Waster? Whatever it is, I hope you enjoy as you rejoice in this season of renewal and new beginnings.   

Spring days and...