By Paula Dream (AKA Kale Haygood)  Well friends, May is gone and, from the feel of the heat, early summer is here. And, the newspaper articles are telling us that we are in for an active hurricane season. Yay, that means lots of hurricanes parties and other things going on the next several months.   In this

By Paula Dream (AKA Kale Haygood)   Happy Spring, everyone! Things are heating up. So are the cute bunnies I saw at Easter! My traps were full.  In this issue, I’m giving you some very short recipes that are quick and, hopefully, will not heat up your kitchen too long. You can mix and match these items

By Paula Dream (AKA Kale Haygood)   Hello to everyone! Do you think spring has sprung? I hope so. So bring on the allergies, right? Spring break is over so let the fun begin. I hope we are returning to a real post-Covid atmosphere for summer with more parties and more gatherings.  I’m bringing you some tasty

By Paula Dream (AKA Kale Haygood)  Brrrrrrr! While I’m writing this, it is cold! Will probably be 80 degrees tomorrow. No wonder we catch colds.  I’ve got some yummy recipes for you that are pretty easy and fast. The peanut butter bread is really good for breakfast and fast on-the-go breakfast. Just grab a loaf and run.  Also, Mardi

By Paula Dream (AKA Kale Haygood)  Well, what a ride we took looking in the rearview mirror of the last year. Who would have ever thunk we made it through it? And for those who didn’t, they will remain in our thoughts and hearts.  Here’s wishing you a better New Year. If you are like me, one of

By Paula Dream (AKA Kale Haygood) Happy holidays! By the time you get this edition of MONTROSE STAR, Turkey Day is over and Santa is on his way. I am wishing everyone a safe and healthy Christmas, and I can smell the food cooking right now. This year, instead of giving you traditional Christmas recipes, I decided

By Paula Dream (AKA Kale Haygood) Well, folks where has September gone already? Where has the year gone? We will soon see Christmas decorations right beside the Halloween decorations in stores. Meanwhile, this issue’s recipes are all about chicken! Everyone knows I love my chicken. How I love running my traps. Folks ask me how I make

By Paula Dream (AKA Kale Haygood) Hello, readers! I hope you’ve all made it through summer, and are ready to jump into autumn. How about a new twist on coleslaw to go with a little different grilled cheese sandwich and a popular party dessert?   As always, thanks for your questions, comments, and concerns. Please

By Paula Dream (AKA Kale Haygood) Happy rainy summer, everyone! I can’t believe we are already into the second half of the year. Planning a party? In this issue, I share with you two appetizer recipes that are great party pleasers. The Dill Pickle Dip will either be a huge success or a great flop — it’s

By Paula Dream (AKA Kale Haygood)  Are you in a grillin’ mood? I ran across these fast and easy marinated pork and beef recipe in my wonderfully organized stack. They’re so good, you’ll want to shout “Hallelujah” and run around the organ, testifying!   And if you have a sweet tooth but not much time to devote to baking, we’ll