Cooking/Recipes

Last updated: July 24th, 2021 Pumpkins to me are delicious, adorable and if you know me well you know they sport my favorite color, orange (well most of the time)! The hard shell on the outside with seeds and yummy pulp on the inside waiting for me to scoop and begin baking and cooking with! […]

Last updated: July 24th, 2021 Thank you to NatureRaised Foods for sponsoring this article. Learn how NatureRaised Foods is “Doing What’s Right, Right from the Start™” in your area. The boys were at camp a few weeks ago, which meant I got to make a few dinners that I love and that I know my

Last updated: July 24th, 2021Egg salad sandwiches are delicious but the mayo and bread can quickly turn a healthy lunch into a high calorie lunch. These last few weeks I’ve gained a few pounds because of life stress and personal stuff happening so I am paying even closer attention to what I’m eating and making

Last updated: July 24th, 2021Traveling for business allows me the experience to try new foods and experience new flavors and combinations of tastes. I always keep my meal bars on hands so I keep my diet on track but I do like to explore new foods and recipes. I had an amazing salad while on

Last updated: July 21st, 2021Cooking a simple and healthy dinner might seem hard to do but when you’re using pasta that cooks in only 3 minutes- yes just 3 minutes, it’s not as difficult as you might think! I make a delicious whole wheat garlic fettuccine Alfredo with just butter, shredded Parmesan and salt to taste and pair this

Last updated: July 22nd, 2021I tried to grow mint this year, unsuccessfully and don’t ask me why.  I like to put mint in my lemonade, teas and salads. Delicious and I enjoy the smell too! Here’s an easy way to use mint in your summertime or anytime salad: What you need: 2 small to medium

Last updated: July 24th, 2021This summer I am struggling with finding snacks that I can/want to eat. I am currently 22 weeks pregnant and about 80% of my meals are forced because of my a) lack of appetite b) sensitivity to smell and c) just because something tasted good yesterday- does NOT mean it is

Last updated: July 22nd, 2021Oh summer- how we have waited for you in northern Michigan! I am so glad you are here! Berry season is in full swing and I am right in the middle of it. Strawberries picked (thanks for coming with Karl and Joanne!), cleaned, and frozen in 5 cup vacuumed sealed bags

Last updated: July 21st, 2021Peaches are one of my favorite summertime fruits. I love how sweet and juicy they are. To zest up my salads I’ve been adding fresh berries and fruits. A nice way to add variety to a traditional salad and some good for you fruit! Try this delicious peach and tomato salad

Last updated: July 21st, 2021Today after my walk I was starving! I had a delicious shake for lunch but I was craving fresh vegetables. For dinner I had to have a salad and I decided it was a garden slaw kind of night! Yum!  Here is what you need: 1/4 cup sliced raw almonds, toasted 1

Last updated: July 21st, 2021 Summertime means fresh vegetables, grilling and late night dinners. When it’s hot outside the last thing I want to do is turn the oven on. Which is why I love sitting out on the deck smelling the fresh vegetables on the grill, waiting to savor them with a glass of

Last updated: July 24th, 2021 I love banana bread, especially with chocolate chips. Yum! My brother-in-law, Jim is the cook in our family and everything he bakes or cooks turns out delicious. He recently made banana bread in a mason jar and it was delicious. A treat for sure because I’m certain this was far

Last updated: July 21st, 2021My little friend Avery came to my house this week to help me with this article. He just about 11 months old and a professional baby food taster! Avery is the perfect guy to help out because he really lets you know if he likes something or not. Avery enjoys walks

Last updated: July 24th, 2021Decorating and dying Easter eggs for my family has always been a tradition. In fact, according to the History.com the tradition dates back to at least the 13th century.  Easter for most is a religious holiday and not just about the Easter bunny, egg hunts and baskets filled with candy. My

Last updated: July 21st, 2021Green beans are easy to plant, easy to take care of, and grow rather fast. I don’t have kids- but I imagine that I am like a kid because when I plant a seed- I want a result… and the quicker the better! This is why I love growing green beans!

Last updated: July 24th, 2021 There is nothing like having dinner already ready, just needing a quick thaw and heat! Nutritious and healthy soup is a family favorite around here. The bowls are always waiting to be filled! I’ve posted the last few Thursday some great soup recipes and I hope you’ve enjoyed them, bookmarked,

Last updated: July 24th, 2021Last week I shared my love for soup with the chicken and squash recipe but with the colder weather on the horizon here in Michigan (we’ve had warmer than usual temperatures) I’m preparing my pantry and recipe box for soup season. Here’s another one of my favorite recipes that can easily