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Meeting Someone New – Broccoli and Cheese Soup with Nutmeg, too!

Unfortunately, David and I canceled our Halloween party this year. I'm just socially overwhelmed right now - and still have too much on my calendar if you ask me. One of my fellow bloggers asked how I would handle it if a…

Tuna Casserole Make-Over: A lighter take on a classic recipe

Sometimes, when life throws a curve ball, I love to dive into my favorite comfort foods. Tuna Casserole is one of my favorites. However, the traditional recipe calls for condensed soup, which can be very high in sodium or added artificial ingredients.…

Blueberry Jam and Country Childhood Memories

Have you heard the Miranda Lambert song - The House that Built Me? That song resonated with me the first time I heard it. This month, I had to say goodbye to the house that built me - and I can never…

30 minute Oven Baked Shrimp Risotto with Basil and Pecans

I am a creature of comfort and a lazy one at that. Alas, I didn't relish standing over a hot stove, spooning broth one ladle at a time for almost an hour in the Florida summer. However, my lack of gumption wasn't…

Frozen Fruit Granitas keep you cool on hot summer days. My refreshing low-calorie minted basil watermelon granita has very little added sugar and has an unexpected twist of basil

Minted Basil Watermelon Granita Summertime Dessert Recipe and the Perfect Chiller Bowl

Summer isn't Summer until the first melons appear at the farmer's market. This frozen Watermelon Granita promises to keep you cool and refreshed. When the temperature rises, our bodies need more to stay hydrated. Watermelon is 92% water, so it's an excellent replenishment…

Maple Farro Veggie Bowl featuring Big Tree Maple Syrup

Did you know that maple syrup contains more nutrients than corn syrup? You can also substitute it for sugar in most recipes to take advantage of that nutritional edge. Try out this delicious vegetarian maple farro recipe. The maple flavoring accentuates the…

Summer Vegetable Stew – or what to do with all those co-op veggies.

My boys visited a local food co-op and brought home a harvest bounty fit to feed the neighborhood. I gave away grocery bags of squash and tomatoes but still had way more to go. Before the chopping, dicing, and slicing frenzy ended,…

Red White and Blue Patriotic Frozen Pops

Red White and Blueberry Patriotic Ice Pops – and Popsicle Molds

These delicious Red White and Blueberry Ice Pops are all-natural and low-calorie. Celebrate the US Olympic wins or American holidays with this easy to make snack! Customize them with your favorite fruits. Mastering patience while waiting for them to freeze is the…

Berry Crumble Slow Cooker Recipe and the low-FODMAP Diet

Satisfy your sweet-tooth craving with Slow Cooker Berry Crumble. Naturally fruit-sweetened, it contains no added sugar, making it perfect for dessert or breakfast. Consisting of fruit, rolled oats, and cinnamon, the aroma made my tummy growl more than once! I adapted from…

Zucchini Pasta with Italian Lentil Sauce

Spiralized veggies posing as pasta is a hot cooking trend. This vegetarian Zucchini pasta recipe with puts a new twist to the healthy fad. Have you tried spiralizing vegetables for pasta yet? My mom inspired me to try it and David loved…