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Whether you are planning a backyard adventure, camping in the woods, celebrating a holiday, or need a simple meal for dinner Dian’s delicious recipes and easy to follow instructions are bound to be a tasty success.

Dian provides her tips and tricks for cooking over an open fire, with a Dutch Oven, and even using house hold items to create a DIY oven. Her innovative ideas are excellent for both beginners and experienced outdoor enthusiasts.

Exploring the Wonders of Thailand: Culture, Food, and Natural Beauty

Dian Thomas2025-01-28T03:02:18+00:00March 28th, 2025|Delicious Food, Travel|

This week I have been in Thailand. Whether it is good food, gentle people, or beautiful countryside, you will find it in this country that is about the size of Wyoming. A Glimpse of Thailand’s Geography and People This long narrow country spans from Laos [...]

7 Healthy Breakfast Ideas to Start Your Day Right and Avoid Afternoon Cravings

Dian Thomas2025-01-28T03:02:18+00:00March 27th, 2025|Breakfast, Healthy Eating Habits, Weight Loss|

The Goal of a Healthy Breakfast Many Americans do not eat breakfast, even though nutritionists say that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. You’ve probably heard the old adage: Eat like a king at breakfast, a prince at lunch, and a pauper [...]

Healthy Sandwiches, Wraps, and Burgers: Quick and Easy Meal Ideas

Dian Thomas2025-01-28T03:02:19+00:00March 27th, 2025|Healthy Eating Habits, Lunch|

Healthy Sandwich Base Options Sandwiches are fast, simple, and a portable way to go when you are working on eating healthy. It is easy to load them up with a lot of vegetables. I always use whole grain breads, flatbreads, and wraps for my sandwiches. To [...]

Homemade Roasted Tomato Sauce: A Flavorful and Healthy Recipe

Dian Thomas2025-01-28T03:05:37+00:00March 27th, 2025|Delicious Food, Food Preservation|

One of my favorite times of the year is when summer comes and the tomatoes begin to ripen. Tomatoes can be fixed so many ways. I like a big juicy slice on a piece of whole wheat toasted bread. With a dash of salt and [...]

How to Make Perfect Pureed Soups with Fresh Garden Vegetables

Dian Thomas2025-01-28T03:05:37+00:00March 27th, 2025|Delicious Food, Healthy Eating Habits|

This is the greatest time of the year to make pureed soups. The garden vegetables are fresh and delicious. If you do not have them in you backyard, head for the farmers’ markets where they are usually just picked. I have found the farmers’ markets [...]

Discover the Art of Flavor Pairing with The Flavor Bible

Dian Thomas2025-01-25T20:34:19+00:00March 25th, 2025|Delicious Food|

What is The Flavor Bible? This past Christmas as I was listening to the litany of gifts my nephew had received, one stood out. I went right to the computer and ordered The Flavor Bible. This incredible book was written by a husband and wife, [...]

Russian Salad: A Nutrient-Packed Recipe You’ll Love

Dian Thomas2025-01-29T22:31:25+00:00March 25th, 2025|Delicious Food, Weight Loss|

Discovering a Nutrient-Packed Delight: Russian Salad Now that I have changed my lifestyle and eat a leaner and healthier diet, I am always on the outlook for good recipes and dishes to enjoy. I am especially interested in dishes that have a lot of fruits [...]

How to Power-Load with Vegetables for Weight Loss Success

Dian Thomas2025-01-25T04:04:20+00:00March 25th, 2025|Delicious Food, Healthy Eating Habits, Weight Loss|

The Power of Non-Starchy Vegetables Ever since I started to lose weight several years ago, I knew power-loading with vegetables would be a huge key. Non-starchy vegetables have become my best friend at the table. Learning to fix a big variety of vegetables many ways [...]

How to Plan the Perfect Winter Picnic

Dian Thomas2025-01-25T02:55:17+00:00March 25th, 2025|Camping, Outdoor Meals|

Why a Winter Picnic Is a Must-Try With snow on the ground and a beautiful sunny day, it is a perfect time to head to the mountains for an incredible outdoor picnic. The benefits are many: no bugs, plenty of picnic tables with lots of [...]

Healthy and Delicious Asian Chicken Salad for Potlucks and Holiday Meals
Healthy and Delicious Asian Chicken Salad for Potlucks and Holiday Meals

Healthy and Delicious Asian Chicken Salad for Potlucks and Holiday Meals

Dian Thomas2025-02-03T20:21:45+00:00January 28th, 2025|China, Delicious Food, Healthy Eating Habits|

The Chinese Influence When I am in China and eating out with friends, it is just like eating at a potluck. They want me to feel welcome so they order or cook food as if it were a festival meal. A month ago when I [...]