Looking for a new and different twist on your favorite traditional pecan pie??? Tossing in some sliced almonds will give your pie a new flavor and texture! Be on the lookout for sales on pecans, almonds and walnuts around the holidays...grab a few extra bags to carry you in to the new year!!! This is a must. try. pie! How to Make Almond Pecan Pie Preheat oven to … [Read more...]
Pumpkin Pecan Bars
I just HAD to make these after seeing them on Heavenly Homemakers I made some modifications. Mainly made them dairy free, and didn't use oats (since my youngest seems to have an aversion!). A delightful autumn dessert! Pumpkin Pecan Bars These bars have a crumby crust, a pumpkin layer and a pecan streusel layer - they are a delightful autumn … [Read more...]
Banana, Strawberry, Peach Smoothie
This is my new favorite smoothie! The boys and I usually having a smoothie with lunch and this has been a hit for the past few weeks. I will say that it tastes different each time, probably depending on how ripe and sweet the peach is...and of course, how much sweetener is added! I find that the ripest (softest...without being bruised and damaged) peaches make the best tasting … [Read more...]
Super Why! Cake
I searched the interwebz HI and LO for some photos of a Super Why! cake. I came across two. One of his face. Another of the book/orbit symbol. I "needed" to see some examples before embarking on this "I can make this cake all by myself" journey!!! I ended up printing out an image of Super Why! and his Why! writer...and doing my own thang! There's the Why! … [Read more...]
July 4th Smoothie
Here's a Red White and Blue smoothie for you all to try this holiday weekend! It turns a magnificent purple color when blended! July 4th Smoothie A healthy and fresh patriotic treat! 1 banana1 cup milk, rice milk or yogurt6 large strawberries1 cup blueberries2 Tbsp ground flaxseed ((optional))2 Tbsp favorite sweetener (honey, agave syrup or sugar (I used … [Read more...]
Raspberry Coconut Milk Ice Cream
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...]
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 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...]
Chocolate Chip Cookies – Healthified
I have a little thing for chocolate chip cookies. I haven't made any for myself in a while. But when the coupon for Nestle chocolate chips showed up in the newspaper last night, I just couldn't help it. I had to buy a bag! As I was preparing the batter, I thought to myself, 'If I'm really going to make these, I might as well "healthify" them. Right!!??!! Toss in some … [Read more...]