Last summer my husband and I went on a trip to Portland. We went strawberry picking for the first time ever and boy am I still dreaming about those strawberries to this day. I seriously contemplated a trip back this...
A nutritious cold soup loaded with the fresh produce of summer. This recipe came out of necessity. With temperatures nearing 120 degrees here in Arizona I was in desperate need of some easy and delicious recipes that didn’t involve me...
I received free samples of California walnuts mentioned in this post. By posting this recipe I am entering a recipe contest sponsored by the California Walnut Commission and am eligible to win prizes associated with the contest. I was not...
This simple blackberry BBQ sauce is perfect for grilling season. Plus, unlike traditional sauces, mine is very low in sugar and contains only real ingredients. My go-to sweetener of choice is always fruit because not only is it the most...
Small bites are perfect for trying many different tastes. This months Recipe Redux challenge is to show my healthy take on small plates and finger foods. It just so happens that I recently got back from an amazing trip to...
April and May are peach season in these parts. We have a local farm a few miles away that has the most AMAZING peaches ripe for picking and I make it a priority to go every year. That leaves me with...
Probiotics are hot right now and for very good reason. This isn’t a fad but a very critical aspect for optimal health. I get asked quite often if everyone should take a probiotic or if eating fermented foods is enough...
Turmeric is one of those foods that more and more people are trying to incorporate into their lives for the health benefits. I am no exception. I love turmeric and know how it can support a healthy inflammatory process but...
If a cookie and cake had a baby they would be called whoopie pies. I don’t visit bakeries often but whenever I do and I see whoopie pies on the menu I am always drawn to order one. Desserts that you can hold...
