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An unexpected lesson: Sometimes all you need is a recipe

By Alexis Oberdorfer, Senior Vice President, Services, Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota 

As the holidays approach, I’m reflecting on a surprising discovery at one of our food shelves. The holiday season reminds us of the joy of giving and sharing a warm meal. Yet, the barriers to a homecooked meal aren't always obvious. Sometimes the solutions to puzzling problems are right in front of you, if you know who to ask.