The beginning of the summer is just not the best time to learn about a dairy allergy! Hello, ice cream??? I have made the boys some homemade popsicles using fresh juice, but I really wanted them to be able to enjoy some ice cream for the 4th of July, as well as for my oldest's upcoming birthday! A pint of coconut or rice milk ice cream at the store hovers … [Read more...]
Raspberry Vanilla French Toast
Last weekend I accidentally made this for breakfast...and I couldn't not share the recipe. It was a total experiment...and I didn't think it would work. There was just a few raspberries left in one of the freezer baggies (trying to be creative with my $1 raspberries!), so I thought I'd give this a whirl... Note: We did eat this for breakfast, but it would make a DELICIOUS … [Read more...]
Spinach and Bacon Frittata
We love breakfast for dinner. Really anytime, but especially for fast and easy dinners on busy weeknights! NOTE: Skillet is HOT when it comes out of the oven. Do NOT attempt to grab the handle without a hot pad. Not that I have personal experience! ;) PHOTOS: How to Cook Spinach Bacon Frittata Spinach and Bacon Frittata We love breakfast for … [Read more...]
Watermelon Juice
I found a watermelon on sale for $2.50. I thought about juicing the watermelon, as I knew the Hubs and I would enjoy it, but I wasn't sure about the kids. I knew they LOVED watermelon... Exhibit A I wasn't sure they would like the juice. But I made some anyways. Here is the scene on the kitchen counter. I love making fresh fruit juice, but it sure is messy … [Read more...]
Rice with Garden Greens
I walked out to the garden the other day and noticed that my parsley was TAKING OVER! Perfect way to use up the parsley...and the spinach...and some basil too! I chopped up all the spinach, parsley and basil and added it to 5 cups of rice on the stove (see recipe below). All mixed together...a HUGE batch of rice that I can use for at least 5 … [Read more...]
Raspberry Mint Tea
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...]
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...]
How to Grill Corn
I've always been afraid to grill corn. Well, afraid is probably the wrong word. Lazy? Impatient? Those would probably be better! It takes a little more prep work and it takes longer to cook on the grill, as opposed to the stovetop or microwave. BUT...since I snipped herbs from the garden and I was able to do most (minus melting the butter in the microwave) of the prep work … [Read more...]
Bean and Cheese Tacos
I don't know what it is about beans these days, but I'm just cravin' 'em y'all! I LOVED eating bean and cheese tacos from Taco Cabana back in my high school days. Because I love them so much, I decided to do a little experiment and make my own bean and cheese tacos...a healthier version! Bean and Cheese Tacos The easiest and fastest breakfast tacos (or dinner … [Read more...]
How to Cut, Cook and Bake with Rhubarb
Got Rhubarb? But Not Sure How to Cut the Rhubarb? Or How to Cook Your Rhubarb? Rest assured, I can help with that... A friend recently gave me some rhubarb. And well, there's just but one thing to do with rhubarb...and that is make Strawberry Rhubarb Pie. But wait. Perhaps there is more you can do with rhubarb! While on a hunt for the best pie recipe, I … [Read more...]