One of the best thirst-quenching treats of summer is lemonade. Nothing beats lemonade from freshly squeezed lemons. But if you’re like me – well, frankly, that’s just too much work! Luckily for all of us, there are plenty of brands of pre-made lemonade and mixes to choose...
Hard to believe that Memorial Day is just around the corner with the 4th of July not too far behind it! These are the perfect holidays to have an outdoor grill out. Whether it’s a small affair or larger family affair, here’s some ideas to keep it simple. After all, if...
Whether you are still in the work force or retired, sometimes it’s hard to find quick, healthy breakfast ideas. Here’s a few to get your morning started without spending a lot of time in the kitchen.
CEREAL: When it comes to cereal, there are plenty of choices –...
This winter I tossed together a few simple ingredients and found this mixture not only makes a great a hot toddy, but it also gives plain iced tea, hot tea or cocktails a boost. I call it my Serious Sitrus Mix.
With the weather getting quite warm, I’m already using this...
Beneficial, bountiful beans! Not only are beans heart-healthy and loaded with fiber, but they are an inexpensive way to stretch your family meals. There’s a bevy of beans out there: black beans, great northern beans, navy beans, kidney beans and MORE! Frankly, I’ve tried...
Here’s a fast and easy black bean dip perfect for informal gatherings, as a snack or for Game Day:
(1) 15.2 oz. Can of black beans – thoroughly drained and rinsed
1/4 cup of Light Sour Cream
1/3 cup of red salsa (plus an extra 1/3 or 1/2 cup for topping)
1/3 to ½ cup...
Got leftovers? Turn them into something totally different using the easy ideas below. Free-style them your way – YOU DECIDE if you want to add more or less of each of the ingredients, depending on your personal taste. Convert some of the most traditional leftovers into...
Ohhhh – the flavors and foods of fall! Gotta love it! Right now there’s an abundance of Acorn and Spaghetti squash. Both are chock full of Vitamins such as C, B6 plus calcium and more! And here’s the even better news – they are super easy to cook!
E-Z ACORN SQUASH (featured...
