Healthy snacks are always something to have on hand. This very versatile recipe can be made with so many kinds of additions that it will never get boring to make these. It takes a minimal amount of time and effort. So make a batch and then make another to keep in the freezer. First line…
Swiss Chard Italian Sausage Soup
When the weather changes to cooler and you still have a bit of garden produce it is time to make some soup! Give this easy one a try and substitute whatever veggies you have on hand. Ingredients 2 cans cannellini beans, rinsed 1 medium sweet onion, chopped 2 carrot sticks, chopped 3 celery sticks, finely…
Cherry Tomato Bake
Cherry tomatoes are so versatile from salads to casseroles! Here is a simple make and bake dish. You can serve it warm or room temperature. Take advantage of all the garden or your local farmers market has to offer this time of year. You can always vary amounts to your taste! Ingredients At least 2…
Summer Fruit Chicken Salad
Make this simple salad using fresh summer fruits and grilled chicken!
Red Potato Salad with Creamy White Dressing
Red potatoes are the best potatoes, hands down for me! This recipe keeps the skins on, for maximum taste and health benefits. If you want a dressing without mustard and eggs then this is the one to try. I enjoy both types of potato salad, but this one sure is a favorite. Give it a…
Tomato White Bean Soup with Tortellini
This tomato based soup is so easy and delicious. It is a great choice for any meal and if you are a gardener you can use your canned tomatoes! Ingredients 1-2 Tbsp olive oil 1 medium sweet onion 4 garlic cloves, minced salt and pepper 1 can tomato paste 1 teaspoon each of basil, oregano…
Super Easy Citrus Dessert!!
When it seems like winter will never end with another snow drop this time of year, you have to try some tastes of the tropics. Here is one very easy dessert that has been on instagram and I had to give it a try. I am going to try this with some other citrus types…
Copy Cat Samoa Girl Scout Cookies
Everyone has their favorite girl scout cookie and mine happen to be samoas, Try this recipe and you will be able to eat them anytime, not to mention not all the added preservatives. Use the best quality ingredients you can find. A doughnut cutter works best, or use a tiny and small round biscuit cutter….
Fresh Strawberry Cake
adapted from alattefood.com When strawberries are in peak season or the first fruit truck arrives in the cold winter in Minnesota from the south you embrace them and make this delicious cake. Make sure all the cold ingredients are at room temperature and always preheat your oven. Freeze dried strawberries in the frosting are a…
Strawberry Oatmeal Muffins
Looking for another muffin recipe? This one is so fast you can make them any time of day. Fresh strawberries are the best but in a pinch you can do frozen, let them drain in a strainer. Catch the juice and make it into a syrup the same as when you macerate the fresh strawberries….
Egg Muffins
Lets make some egg muffins! You can mix these up, get in oven and do a quick workout! Eggs have good protein, try to get the best you can, preferably from someone who has chickens, beware of those cage free labeled eggs, definitely not always what you consider cage free. You can usually find someone…
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