Two Way Crockpot Minestrone As the weather gets colder there are 2 things that a busy mom (or let's be honest a busy person) would appreciate...soup and crockpot meals. This is the inspiration for tonight's dinner. I needed to take my kids to swim practice and I wanted something warm to be waiting for them when … Continue reading TwoWay Crockpot Minestrone
In my goal to constantly gain the perfect blueberry sauce recipe. This recipe was recently revised (4/28/19) to reduce sugar and increase flavors! Blueberry Sauce My daughter loves blueberries and we always get a huge container from Costco. There are days however that she forgets to eat it. This means I have a large volume of … Continue reading Blueberry Sauce
Carrot Salsa The first time I had this was at a friend's house. It is actually a traditional Indian condiment that is served with Biryani rice. I loved it so much that I was literally eating it out of the bowl. My friend gave me her recipe and over the year there has been tweaks … Continue reading Carrot Salsa
Simply Sautéed Mushrooms This is one of my favorite dishes! I make this at least once a week. It's delicious straight from the skillet or chilled on a salad! Since, you can have this dish hot or cold, it would work as a side or an appetizer. Close your eyes and visualize your appetizer platter...some grilled peppers, … Continue reading Simply Sauteed Mushrooms
Herb Dressing Whether you are growing it or scoping out your local farmers market, herbs and greens are plentiful. I actually like just eating them straight in my salad or adding them to my dressing. They are so much more than just a garnish your meats. This dressing is extra special as it is vegan … Continue reading Herb Dressing
Lean Green Pina Colada The thought process behind this recipe is pure and simple...I LOVE PINA COLADAS! In fact, my children also love pina coladas. However, one of my 4 kids is very naughty about vegetables. To get her to eat more vegetables I have been adding it to her smoothie. I like adding spinach … Continue reading Lean Green Pina Colada
CocoMango Ice Cream I am in the mood for ice cream and all I have is some over ripen mangos in the freezer. I put cut up the mangos in the freezer because it was getting so ripe and I didn't want to waste it. It just happen that it wont go to waste because today … Continue reading CocoMango Ice Cream
Broccoli Hash Stir-fried or steamed broccoli is usually the choice for this healthy green in our house. Since broccoli is my kid’s favorite vegetable, I really shouldn’t complain. However, I'm getting bored with constantly eating broccoli the same way. This past weekend happens to have been Father's Day and I thought I would try something different. We … Continue reading Broccoli Hash
Smoothie Prep As the summer approaches, my kids and I don't really want a heavy breakfast. Plus, it's really too hot and time consuming to make a warm breakfast before early morning camp. The easiest solution to getting their veggies, fruits and protein in to their breakfast is a smoothie! I know what you're going to … Continue reading Smoothie Prep
Strawberries and Cream Overnight Quinoa Recipe After much rain in the Northeast the last few weeks, spring has finally come. I am so happy because in 2 weeks the strawberry fields by us are scheduled to open! Further, south some are already open and look at these beautiful gems of deliciousness. Mmmmmm...fragrant and sweet...completely worth taking … Continue reading Strawberries & Cream Overnight Quinoa
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