We've got all kinds of fun and frugal ideas for July 4th Recipes to serve at your BBQ, party, picnic, or backyard bash! Here's a list of some of our favorites from the archives... Beverages Breakfasts Side Dishes To Grill Desserts We hope you have a wonderful time celebrating our country and its independence this week! … [Read more...]
The Fruit Flag Dessert – July 4th, Memorial Day, Veteran’s Day!
If you're looking for a patriotic and uber healthy dessert, look no further! For Memorial Day, we headed to my dad's house for a backyard BBQ. Before I had both feet in the door, I'd been recruited to help with the fruit flag. It's not terribly time intensive, and with 2 of us working on it, I was surprised at how quickly it came together. And I learned quite a few tricks … [Read more...]
Imperfect Foods – Get 30-50% Off Grocery Prices!
BREAKING! Imperfect Produce is now Imperfect Foods! MORE BREAKING! During the Week of September 30th, new members get a $20 credit for their first box! Can I step up on a soapbox for a second? I lived in a third world country for 6 years. I shopped in a farmer's market that had AMAZING, picked that morning, straight to the market produce. What was in season is … [Read more...]
Baked Pears with Oats and Almonds
A yummy, hearty (and not too sweet!) treat to enjoy this fall! I'm seeing apples and pears on sale in my stores, and I imagine you're seeing the same in yours. Get fun and creative with apples and/or pears with this easy dessert! My guess is that you've already got all the ingredients on hands, and you just need to grab some pears. (You can make the exact same thing with … [Read more...]
Skillet Peach Raspberry Crisp
Real quick... You gotta make this before summer officially ends. (Down here in south Texas, that means I have about 2 more months to make this. LOL) This is a fabulous summery dessert and you MUST MAKE IT. Here's how it will look on your countertop... The invitees to this party! Add the fruit to bowl, and toss with lemon juice. Add in the sugar, … [Read more...]
Make Ahead Smoothie Packs
One. Step. Ahead. That's my mantra when it comes my family's "hunger management." When feeding 4 boys and a husband on a daily basis, you have to be prepared - with fast, simple, delicious and nutritious "grab and go" options for all meals of the day. (If you haven't heard, I'm a freezer meals queen too - so much so that we built this to make freezer meals as easy as … [Read more...]
Triple Berry Smoothie Bowl
Why are smoothie bowls such a thing?! Why am I still posting them? I keep making them...because the boys keep asking for them. And because they are different. And because they are so healthful. And because there is no added sugar. And because they make a sweet treat, delicious breakfast, and filling after school snack. Also, try our Very Berry Parfait Smoothie Bowl and … [Read more...]
Mango Tropical Smoothie Bowl
Seriously, my friend. Smoothie bowls are the new "fan favorite" around here! I mentioned how we are making more of these and why, and yes...we are making more and more of these. Tips for Enjoying Smoothie Bowls Use really ripe bananas to increase the natural sweetness. Bonus points: break ripe bananas into smaller chunks and freeze them. Use mostly, if not … [Read more...]
Very Berry Parfait Smoothie Bowl
We love smoothies around here and recently, we've switched to eating more smoothie bowls...and here's why. We have 2 boys who take "powder supplements" for various reasons, including Charlie who recently gave himself "kissing bone bruises" in his left knee. He hasn't been able to walk for 2 weeks now and we're looking at months of recovery. I did some research on natural … [Read more...]
Poppyseed Fruit Salad
Light, fresh with just the right amount of sweet and tang. With a simple mix of lime juice and honey (and poppyseed), you have a lovely 'sauce' to drizzle over fresh fruit. This is a fun way to enjoy an afternoon snack, or a side dish, or to take as an appetizer or dish to a party/potluck. Enjoy! Poppyseed Fruit Salad 1 quart strawberries1 … [Read more...]