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Homemade Chocolate Graham CrackersThese Homemade Chocolate Graham Crackers are the perfect treat to pack in those lunch boxes or surprise the kids with when they come home after school. Make some peanut butter sandwiches with them for an extra-special snack! They're also great for anyone allergic to eggs because they are egg free!…
Grilled Creole Chicken BBQ RecipeThe color and flavor of this Grilled Creole Chicken is out of this world, plus it only marinades for 20-30 minutes before grilling...so it's quick too!
Living in Arizona, it's almost a necessity to use the grill in the summertime. It's just way to hot to even think about turning…
Recipes: 5 Delicious Ways to Cook Seasonal Summer VeggiesWith the summer season upon us, it is time to gear up for more warm weather activities—picnics and barbeques. In order to take full advantage of these events, it is essential to include some tasty and seasonal veggies to your summer meals. Unlike cold weather “comfort food,” summer vegetables…
Strawberry Cashew SaladSummer time calls for eating as light as possible, as we don't want to feel over stuffed or heavy. Salads are a key summer dish and we love making them many different ways. This is one of our favorites and it is enough as entire meal. Strawberry Cashew Salad Serves …
Easy Grilled AsparagusGrilled vegetables are super delicious and easy to throw together, just like this Easy Grilled Asparagus. When the weather is nice, the kids want to spend all evening outside and I want to be with them. I want to play, hang out, enjoy our backyard, and sip an iced tea. …
Grilled Barbecue Chicken PizzaAs parents we are always teaching our children and I enjoy when the tables are turned and they teach me something. At work I have the good fortune to mentor nutrition students and the learning flows both ways. Morgan, an incoming senior, is home from college for the summer and…
Summer Vegetable Soup RecipeIf your garden is overflowing with veggies right now, make up a batch of this Summer Vegetable Soup. It's easy, tasty, and is ready in under 30 minutes! Whether you grow your own vegetables, like to buy in season, or just like a great deal at the grocery store then…
Breakfast BruschettaLooking for an easy recipe for breakfast, brunch or your next party? These 3 ingredient treats are so easy even the kids can make them. This Breakfast Bruschetta recipe is perfect for some of the patriotic holidays coming up this summer. Who doesn't want to add a little red, …
Green Drinks: Creating the Perfect Healthy RecipeI have never had green drinks before. There, I just admitted it. When I was asked if I would review the Blendtec blender, I knew this was my chance to try one. I have wanted to add more veggies to my diet for awhile, and now is the time to …
Homemade Energy Drink RecipeThis Homemade Energy Drink is full of flavor, easy to throw together, and is a lot healthier than store bought energy drinks. Summer heat means staying hydrated is more important than ever. But if you want something stronger than fruit infused water, you're going to love this energy drink…
