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Fran Hill
Food Columnist
Fran Hill has been blogging about food at On My Plate since October of 2006. She, her husband and two dogs reside near Colome.
Pudding Pi
March 11, 2021
When food and math intersect on March 14, celebrate with a slice of butterscotch pie.
Brunch on the Farm
February 11, 2021
After morning chores are done, warm up with muffins straight from the oven.
Balancing Act
December 17, 2020
Healthy greens complement a winter diet that includes copious amounts of Christmas cookies.
A Thanksgiving Table Set for Two
November 19, 2020
The holidays will look different this year, but you can still take comfort in dessert.
Start the Day with Comfort
October 22, 2020
Baked Oatmeal with Berries proves comfort food can be a morning thing.
All the Right Notes
October 8, 2020
At the end of an exhausting day, nothing is easier than a sheet pan dinner.
Rounding Out the Meal
August 27, 2020
Garlic and Basil Focaccia perfectly complements a garden vegetable dinner.
Salad Bar Confessions
August 13, 2020
Dressed Cherry Tomatoes isn’t your ordinary drenched-in-mayo salad.
Sweet Anticipation
July 16, 2020
Watermelons from Forestburg are nearly ripe, and our food columnist can’t wait to add the juicy red cubes to a fresh green salad.
The Strong and Silent Vegetable
May 28, 2020
Fewer trips to the grocery store have made shelf-stable cabbage a star.
Something Good to Eat
May 12, 2020
Amidst pandemic guidelines and recommendations, our food writer provides one simple, comforting service.
To Each His Own Mac and Cheese
February 27, 2020
From breadcrumbs to dry cheese, everyone puts their own spin on this classic dish.
A Salad with Heft
January 30, 2020
Roasted Broccoli and Lentil Salad fortifies and pleases the palate.
A Delicious Start to 2020
January 2, 2020
Leftover bubbly is a sparking addition to Champagne Chicken.
Rosy Radishes for the Holidays
December 19, 2019
Roast this spicy garden treat to create an unexpected side dish for your Christmas meal.