Homemade Marinara Spaghetti Sauce This rich and tasty red sauce will make the whole kitchen smell good! Kids can help by measuring the ingredients, tearing the basil leaves and stirring, with supervision. Makes 4 servings 2 Tablespoons Olive oil 2 cloves Garlic, peeled and minced 2 cups Crushed or diced tomatoes in a can (*see note for using fresh) 2 Tablespoons Water Pinch Red pepper flakes 1/8 teaspoon Salt 8 Fresh basil leaves, torn into small pieces Note*: To substitute fresh tomatoes, use 1 large chopped tomato as 1 cup and 2 large tomatoes as 2 cups. … [Read more...] about Homemade Marinara Spaghetti Sauce is Tasty, Easy & Cheap!
Pumpkin Muffins are a Healthy Snack!
Sweet Snacks Can Be Healthy Snacks! When I get the chance, I really like to have a cup of hot tea and a healthy sweet in the mid-afternoon. One day late last week, I realized that there was nothing in the kitchen to satisfy my 'healthy sweet tooth' and this amazing Pumpkin Muffin Recipe came to mind. Luckily, it was a day that I had about 30 minutes to spare and so I made the recipe and then enjoyed one muffin with my afternoon tea. Ah-h-h. Pleasing Pumpkin Muffin Recipe! Makes 12 regular or about 24 mini muffins 1 can, 15-16 oz Pumpkin, solid pack, canned ½ … [Read more...] about Pumpkin Muffins are a Healthy Snack!
Peaches & Cinnamon Make Sweet Summer Meals!
Caring for Fresh Peaches It seems simple. Pick-your-own or buy fresh peaches and then eat them. But, wait - there's more! By following these 3 steps, your summer peaches will reward you with more flavor, more sweetness and more enjoyment. Step 1. At home, store peaches on the kitchen counter. Step 2. Twice a day, check for ripeness by very gently squeezing the peach with your thumb and index finger. Step 3. When peach is slightly soft to the touch and smells 'peachy', eat or store in the fridge (for up to one week.) Peaches & Cinnamon in Meals and Snacks Sprinkling … [Read more...] about Peaches & Cinnamon Make Sweet Summer Meals!
Summer Vegetable Mixtures Make Meals Tastier!
Mix it Up! Are you are slipping into a rut using the same vegetables over and over and over? You're not alone. Most of us put one of 3-5 different choices on the family table because we like them, our families will eat them and we believe in vegetables. Climb out of that Rut! It's time to branch out and climb out of that rut with summer vegetable mixtures. The best part about mixing veggies together is that anything goes and all flavors blend. Not only that -- the colors are brighter and the family perks up to eating superior nutrition. Try One of These! Here are a 3 summer … [Read more...] about Summer Vegetable Mixtures Make Meals Tastier!
Apples in the Kitchen & Easy Recipe
Apple Facts The legend of Johnny Appleseed is fun to read about while munching on a favorite late-summer or early-fall season apple. Apples are full of flavor, fiber and crunch and they're versatile in meals and snacks. Take a look at this handy Apple Buyer's Guide to learn more about apple varieties and how to use them. Then, wander over to your kitchen and make an easy and tasty apple recipe! Fresh Apple Salad – A sweet and crunchy side dish for any meal or serve it for dessert! Ingredients: 3 medium apples; 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice; 3/4 cup lemon or lime yogurt; 1/4 cup plain … [Read more...] about Apples in the Kitchen & Easy Recipe
Need an Easy Recipe? Try Peppers & Lean Beef
Cooking at home has many advantages including the flavors of simple ingredients and quality nutrition. There are awesome advantages to cooking from simple and nutritious ingredients in your own kitchen. For example, the flavors are tasty, the nutrition reflects your ingredients and everyone appreciates a meal together. Here's an easy recipe for you! Peppers & Lean Beef Recipe Ingredients: 1 lb beef steak or 'stew beef', cut into strips; 2 Tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 1 green pepper, or 2 colors of peppers, half each, seeds removed and cut into small strips; 1 large can diced … [Read more...] about Need an Easy Recipe? Try Peppers & Lean Beef