Easy Free-Style Gourmet Lattes & Hot Chocolate

It’s easier than you think to make designer lattes and hot cocoas at home! You’re home anyway, so why go free-style and experiment with some “hot treats” to help you pillage your way through winter on frosty mornings or chilly nights! It’s also a great way to use candy...

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Free-Style Lemonade

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...

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Easy, Healthy Breakfast Ideas

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 –...

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Iced or Hot Tea Toddy

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...

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EZ Bean Recipes

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...

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EZ Black Bean Dip

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...

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Savor the Flavors of Fall

Summer’s gone – kaput – finished – done! But that’s OK. Whether you’re still working or retired, this is the perfect time to savor the tastes and flavors of fall. Time to “mix it up” — bring in a burst of fresh fall air, festive foods and colorful fall decor. It’s...

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