I noticed that the mint plant that I hijacked got from my friend's yard is really taking off and wondered...hmmm...what can I do with all this mint??? Tea, of course! And perfect...I've got raspberries in the freezer. Raspberry Mint Tea Simple and delightful! 1 cup frozen or fresh raspberries8 mint leaves1 cup sugar1/2 cup water1 gallon tea In … [Read more...]
Archives for June 2009
Mango Raspberry Smoothie
Mango Raspberry Smoothie Fresh, easy, and quick! 1 cup frozen mango1 cup frozen raspberries1/2 cup milk3 1/2 cups of water2 Tbsp ground flaxseed Add fruit, flaxseed, milk and water to blender. Blend! **Note: I did not add any "sweeteners" to this smoothie. I thought it tasted great and both boys drank theirs right up. If you use not so … [Read more...]
Fettuccine Alfredo
Fettucine Alfredo Homemade alfredo sauce isn't as complicated as it seems! Try this recipe! 1 lb. fettucine noodles2 chicken breasts, sliced4 Tbsp butter 6 Tbsp flour3 cups milk1/4 cup parmesan cheese 1 cup frozen peas 2 sweet potatoes In medium saucepan, cook fettucine noodles as directed on package. Drain.In skillet, prepare homemade white sauce. … [Read more...]
How to Freeze Raspberries
Is stockpiling fruit and vegetables really necessary? Is it worth the time and trouble? Yes. And Yes. Raspberries were on sale at my Kroger. (Yes, it is mine!) For $.99/pint. Those tiny little things are regularly $3 a pop. I never buy them...somehow can't justify spending $3 for 3 handfuls of DELICIOUS, SWEET, SUCCULENT raspberries. (I had … [Read more...]