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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.
A Sight for Sore Eyes
October 11, 2018
Grandma always said carrots were good for your vision. Maybe it’s not just an old wives tale.
The Season’s Last Bit of Sweetness
September 27, 2018
South Dakotans love summer sweet corn, but it’s an extra special treat in autumn.
Discovering Ground Cherries
August 16, 2018
Sweet, yet tart and tropical, these berries are a summertime staple at Burke’s farmers market.
Anticipating a Garden Bounty
May 24, 2018
Bell peppers are still a few months away, but a chef can dream.
Citrus Success
May 10, 2018
Whether you grow your own lemons or not, Mom will appreciate Lemon Crème Brûlée this Mother’s Day.
Adventures in Pizza Topping
March 29, 2018
From sauerkraut to brussels sprouts, almost anything goes on top of pizza crust.
To Bake or Not To Bake
December 21, 2017
Even if holiday baking seems like a chore, Peppermint Sugar Cookies are a sweet reward.
Tis the Season: Peppermint Fudge
December 7, 2017
Can fudge be light and fresh? Yes — when it's flavored with the clean taste of peppermint.
Thankful for Squash
November 22, 2017
Family tradition puts butternut squash on the Thanksgiving table.
Goodbye, Garden
October 12, 2017
Turn summer’s final tomatoes into a light and delicious pasta sauce.
The Best of Two Seasons
September 28, 2017
Enjoy the culinary delights of summer and fall at the same time.