Local resident published in nationally-distributed Gooseberry Patch cookbook
Delaware, OH - July 12, 2006 - Running late from work?Don't have the right amount of fresh ingredients for that casserole?Not to worry.Gooseberry Patch's newest cookbook, "Almost Homemade" provides tried & true recipes, time-savers and shortcuts for your favorite home-cooked meals plus tips for effortless entertaining.Many of the recipes can be prepared ahead to ensure that time spent with family & friends is relaxing and enjoyable.Plenty of mouth-watering options are included for every meal of the day.
Gooseberry Patch encourages customers to share their best-loved family recipes for possible publication in the company's homestyle cookbooks at
www.gooseberrypatch.com.Each recipe tells a special story with ingredients and family memories.Those who submit recipes are located all across the country and each has a heartwarming story to tell.
Shelby Debus of Ft. Pierce is one of those people that got her original recipe,
Sugar & Spice Pepper Cookies, published in "Almost Homemade" which could make a great local feature.
Some of the delicious offerings in this cookbook include:
- Buttermilk Baked Chicken - A simple and tasty meal the whole family will appreciate.
- Baja Shrimp Quesadillas - An appetizer or main dish, this option works well for a large group.
- Make-Ahead Breakfast Casserole - This recipe keeps time and taste in mind because it can be made the night before.
- Berry-Pickin' Pie - A luscious favorite that everyone can appreciate.
Gooseberry Patch was founded in 1984 by Vickie Hutchins and Jo Ann Martin, two mothers who decided to start a mail-order business so they could work from home and keep an eye on the kids. The company, based in Delaware, Ohio, has grown quickly over the years and is now operated from a 52,000-square-foot building in the country. Aside from their company website, Gooseberry Patch products and cookbooks can be found in various retailers throughout the United States.