Ann Cipperly Articles

Serve Variety of Nutritious In-Season Garden Fresh Vegetables

By Ann Cipperly One of the pleasures of summer is preparing garden fresh vegetables with “just picked” natural flavor to serve our family. Garden-fresh vegetables also provide more nutrients. As most of us are trying to eat healthy these days, adding fresh produce...

Assorted Chicken Salads Ideal For Summer Lunch, Supper

By Ann Cipperly When the temperature soars in July, chicken salad is refreshing for lunch or a light supper. Try an assortment of chicken salads to keep in the refrigerator for serving in sandwiches piled high with lettuce and slices of tomato, as an entrée with fresh...

Create Savory Pies, Other Dishes From Tomatoes In Season

By Ann Cipperly Fresh vegetables are among the joys of summertime, especially tomatoes. Juicy, sliced tomatoes are the best accompaniment to fresh cooked vegetables, and they are scrumptious in savory pies and other dishes, as well as making the best sandwiches. If...

Cool Off With Refreshing Ice Cream Desserts

By Ann Cipperly On sultry Sunday afternoons, ice cream suppers were once a favorite southern pastime. Family members would gather under a shade tree in the backyard while the ritual of turning the crank on an ice cream maker continued until it became too difficult....