Posted on November 29, 2012
Slow Cooker Apple Butter
Homemade gifts for Christmas can be easy, inexpensive, delicious, and still come from the heart. Each year, it seems the list of people I want to acknowledge at the holidays grows. That doesn’t mean I want to spend more money. So, coming up with creative money-saving solutions is one of my strategies. It takes some [...]
Posted on November 19, 2012
Five Immune Boosting Foods to Add to Your Holiday Meal
Yes! You can add immune boosting foods and still have an off-the-charts delicious holiday meal. Being healthy for the holidays is a must! And, you might be surprised how many of these foods already grace your holiday table. Beans: The humble bean is full of soluble fiber, which has been shown to help mice recover [...]
Posted on November 8, 2012
Winter Tabbouleh Salad
This salad recipe is perfect for the winter months. With the weather turning chilly, I start craving fresh healthy food that’s more comforting than a plain green salad. Not that I don’t love salads year round but there’s something about the cooler weather and falling leaves that makes me crave food that’s a little more [...]
Posted on October 22, 2012
Homemade Sugar-Free, Alcohol-Free Vanilla Extract
Making your own homemade sugar-free, alcohol-free vanilla is simple with this recipe. And, it’s a frugal solution to spending $12 for 2 ounces of vanilla at the store. Don’t hate me for not sharing this sooner. I’ve been using my homemade vanilla extract my kitchen for a long time now and I love how it [...]
Posted on October 11, 2012
Bridal Shower Cupcake Cake
Don’t you love this gluten-free bridal shower cake? I used simple recipes for the cake and frosting. And, since I used cupcakes, it was so much easier to put together than a regular cake. My little sister, Marcia, got married in September. On the beach. The wedding was gorgeous! Breathtaking, really. Nate in his wedding [...]
