My name is Jane, plain and simple. I have lived my entire life in Iowa. I am a farmer’s daughter and have retained my love of the land. Although my husband is a design engineer and we have lived in town our entire married life, I love my own garden spot where I can grow our own food. However at this time we are living in a 500 sq. ft. apartment while our new home is being built. I desperately miss my own fresh produce, fresh flowers and herbs.
I am a follower of Jesus and am actively involved in women’s ministries. I love my husband who is my very best friend! We were high school sweethearts and have been married for 38 years. We raised 3 sons who are now all married and we are blessed with 7 grandchildren who continually light up our lives!
I am a morning person with a routine…pray, read, and coffee! I meet with God which power starts my day and equips me to face the remaining day. I love food. I love the flavor, the scent, the color and the texture. When I cook I feel like I have an artist’s palette at my fingertips. I have always been intrigued with nutritious food. I stay away from artificial ingredients, transfats, high-fructose corn syrup and other nasty stuff. I am for clean eating!
I chose Sweet Basil Kitchen, because I use a lot of herbs in my cooking. They infuse your food with kicked up flavor! They are God’s gift to our palette.
My favorite pastime is reading…usually cookbooks or Christian inspirational books. I also enjoy reading other food blogs.
Hello Jane.
Thanks for the great comments on Omega Swirl. They were voted “Best Supplement of the Year” by leading health magazines. Most recent- Best Health Beauty Awards 2010 by Better Nutrition magazine.
Ciao Jane,
il tuo Blog è bellissimo!!!!!!!!! Grazie per ricordarti di me ed Elia……ti mandero’ una foto di una ricetta Piemontese il suo nome ” Bagna Cauda”….contiene acciughe e verdure, Peperone, foglie di Verza Cipolle,Cardi,sedano…
grazie per essermi Amica.
Milena
Hello Jane,
Your blog is beautiful !!!!!!!!! Thanks for reminding me and Elia …… ‘a picture of a Piemontese recipe named “Bagna Cauda “…. contains anchovies and vegetables, peppers, cabbage leaves Onions, Cardi, celery .. .
thanks to my friend.
Milena
…..I’m sorry for my bad english!!!!
Hi Jane! What a lovely blog you have, I can’t wait to come back and see what else you are making!
-Gina-
So glad I stumbled onto your blog! I love using fresh produce from my garden and can’t wait to make the tomato bisque. I made ratatouille the other night and it was delicious! Though time and miles separate us you are so very dear to my heart.
How nice to hear from your Erica! We have such sweet memories of our time in Mexico, don’t we? We visit the Huber orphanage in the winter when we are in Phoenix. We will always have a heart for the Hispanic people. Thanks for stopping by my blog!
Hi, Jane
Saw your comment on the muffins at Cookie Madness, so popped over here to see what you’re up to. Loved reading about you, your strong marriage, and faith in Jesus. We have a lot in common. Blessings on your day!
Grandma, I love your blog! It is really neat! You make the food look so good, and it is! (Even though I’m scared to try it!) But someday I’ll find a passion for food just like you! I love you!
Your Grandaughter Rose:)
Rose, I am so honored by your nice comments. I know someday we will call you Rosy Crocker! Keep writing, you are the best!! Love and hugs from Grandma!
Nice blog and recipes. I wish you all the best.
Jane, I just discovered your website and feel that we are already “kindred spirits”. I too, love Jesus and start my day the same way you do! We have been married for 35 years (you have me beat!
) and have 2 grown children. I love to cook and have a huge herb garden right on my deck! I look forward to following your blog! Blessings!
Well, I went right to your blog and I do believe we are kindred spirits! Your photography is absolutely stunning! Tell your honey he takes fantastic photos!
What blessing to meet another follower of Jesus. Thanks for your nice comments.
Blessings to you!
Hello Jane!
My name is Kellie and I’m 24. I recently moved out on my own. I must admit it was tough at first since mom and dad cooked every meals for me =/ but I love trying out new recipes!
I’m so glad I ran into your site. I’m going to try out some of your recipes. I’ve been cooking a little over 6 months now.. almost everyday
P.S., I like this picture of you and your husband!