Smart Choices for Holidays with Flavor! The fall & winter holidays are here and coping with all the food occasions can be rough. Here are 3 tips to help you enjoy the season with tons of flavor & without going overboard on rich appetizers, desserts and…stuffing. Thanksgiving Dinner Tip: Don't come to the holiday table over-hungry. Have a light meal no more than 4 hours before the feast. It will prevent you from over-eating and regretting it. Really. Christmas or Hannukah Dinner Tip: Try making a lighter version of traditional recipes. For example, substitute lower fat dairy … [Read more...] about Holidays with Flavor!
Recipes with Memories ~ Baked Custard
Memory of Beulah Beulah was my neighbor across the street. She was already in her 80's when I moved to town and started getting to know her as a dear friend. She was a kind & caring woman which explains why she became lovingly known to my son as 'Grandma Beulah.' So far, Beulah is the only person I've known to live past 100 years old. She was a college professor in her earlier years and a huge sports' fan. And, Beulah made awesome baked custard! Beulah's Baked Custard - 6 servings This simple-to-make dessert consists of only 6 ingredients. That's how they did it in the 'old days' … [Read more...] about Recipes with Memories ~ Baked Custard
A Beautiful Holiday Party!
Going to holiday parties is always fun. A beautiful holiday party is my favorite, though, because it makes memories for a lifetime. How wonderful it was to be invited to a St. Lucia Celebration party by my new friends, Susana and Tord, on December 13th. Susana and Tord moved from Sweden - via Turkey - to North Carolina about 6 months ago to be closer to their son and his family. Now, they are re-doing a house in the woods as their forever home. Look at this You Tube video of a true Swedish celebration of St. Lucia, and listen to the music. Susana and Tord's party had a fun procession with … [Read more...] about A Beautiful Holiday Party!
Frozen Banana Pops in 3 Ways!
Frozen Banana Pops are the perfect solution to a kids' party, family party, baby shower, or any special occasion. They're fun, filling, nutritious and easy to make! Frozen Banana Pops – in 3 Ways! Makes 1 serving What you will need: Peanutty Banana ½ banana 2 tablespoons peanut butter 3 tablespoons chopped walnuts Breakfast Banana ½ banana 3 tablespoons vanilla greek yogurt 3 tablespoons granola Chocolate Confetti Banana ½ banana ¼ cup dark chocolate morsels ¼ teaspoon coconut oil 2 tablespoons rainbow sprinkles Note: Skewers and Parchment … [Read more...] about Frozen Banana Pops in 3 Ways!
Grow a Garden of Green!
Grow a Garden of Green Growing a small garden is so much fun. It can be in your yard or in a pot on your deck and always a sunny spot is best. Don't worry about getting dirty. Don't worry about getting wet. Don't worry about getting the rows straight or every weed pulled out. Instead, think about how delicious your garden greens will taste when it's time for dinner. Garden Month The spring is a perfect time to celebrate Garden Month and also a perfect time to plant. Here are 5 easy steps to get started: Go to the plant store or seed store. Pick out a few plants or … [Read more...] about Grow a Garden of Green!
Smart Shortcuts for Eating Healthier at Home!
Apples - Kids ate 60% more apples when they were sliced, not whole, by behavioral researchers at Cornell University. Read about the study here. Smart Shortcut at home: Invest in an apple slicer. 2. Croutons - Crunch is fun on top of a basic green salad. Dry chunks of bread soaked in oil and salt are hard to resist. Smart Shortcut at home: Try toasted nuts like walnuts or almonds instead of croutons. Crunchy, fiber-rich and filling. 3. Fish - Fish, also called 'brain food', is a desirable dinner option for those who live away from coastal seafood markets, which is most of … [Read more...] about Smart Shortcuts for Eating Healthier at Home!