It’s officially Spring!  Now it’s time to start looking forward to fresh air, spring breezes, beautiful flowers and…ugh…Spring Cleaning. Does anyone actually like to clean? I LOVE a clean house, but the whole cleaning thing is kind of a pain. Why can’t everything just stay nice and clean all the time? Wouldn’t that be nice? Anyway, since Spring is the time of year that … [Read more...]

If you’re looking for a scrumptious and “sorta’ healthy snack, then look no further than these Carrot Cake Muffins with Cinnamon Glaze! They’re moist, sweet and full of all kinds of amazing flavors. They’re also great for breakfast, on the go, or even as a dessert to finish off a tasty dinner. Filled with fruit, veggies, and goodness even the kids will happily wolf these … [Read more...]

Um, I don’t know if you remember back a few years ago, but there was a commercial about Pace Picante. There were a bunch of cowboys sitting around a table eating Pace Picante Sauce talking about “This stuff’s made in New York City!” And then they all say “New York City!” in this deep southern drawl, and someone would bring out the Pace Picante. I’m sure I don’t describe the … [Read more...]

It’s officially Spring!  Now it’s time to start looking forward to fresh air, spring breezes, beautiful flowers and…ugh…Spring Cleaning. Does anyone actually like to clean? I LOVE a clean house, but the whole cleaning thing is kind of a pain. Why can’t everything just stay nice and clean all the time? Wouldn’t that be nice? Anyway, since Spring is the time of year that … [Read more...]

Does anyone else struggle to make sure their kids eat nutritious foods in the summer months? They’re coming and going from sports and friends’ houses and other activities so much, that I’m often counting on them to make great choices while they’re not in my sight. My kids are pretty good about it because I’ve been teaching them about good nutrition for years, but it wasn’t … [Read more...]

Here’s is another simple but affordable tasty treat. These are also good for summer and the best part is they are only 35 calories per pop. Ingredients 2/3 cup vanilla yogurt1/2 cup peeled and chopped fresh peaches1/3 cup peeled and mashed fresh peaches Directions Lightly swirl all ingredients together in a small bowl. Spoon into 4 popsicle molds (or small paper … [Read more...]

Do you love OREO cookies? Homemade is my favorite kind of cookie, but #2 is OREO, even when I was a kid. They’ve been around forever,and with good reason. There’s just something so fun about pulling apart the halves and eating the cream out of the middle first…wait…don’t tell my kids I still do that since I try to discourage them from eating their OREO cookies that … [Read more...]

When you think about eating healthy, Potato Bites with Creamy Mustard Herb Dip don’t really come to mind, but the truth is that even when on a diabetic diet, there are plenty of toothsome choices to suit everyone’s palette. I got this recipe from the Two Step Diabetes Cookbook. It’s a cookbook with tons of recipes so delicious that you’ll forget you were even eating healthy! … [Read more...]

I just love the holiday season. There’s just something about everyone being in great spirits that makes me all warm and fuzzy inside. I also love the P&G Company. I’m not sure how anyone could make it through the holidays without them. P&G makes the best household products in my opinion. I have been using Gain Original Fresh since it came out. I love the way it smells. … [Read more...]

This double broccoli quinoa bowl is a favorite of mine. I cook up lots of broccoli, then puree half of it into a pesto. The other half is cut into little florets. Tossed with some quinoa, sliced avocado, and a drizzle of feisty chile pepper oil, it makes a nice meal and I hope you like it as much as I do. If you don't have quinoa, you can certainly swap in a pasta or any … [Read more...]

With much of the country still experiencing record low temps and record high snowfall, it might be HARD to believe that spring is really on the way. However, last night I noticed something and was beyond EXCITED. It was after 6:30 PM and there was still beautiful daylight outside of my window! Awesome, right? Um, this is certainly a sign that spring is just around the … [Read more...]

Are y’all ready for Easter? Um, who isn’t right? With Easter Sunday literally just around the corner here’s a scrumptious Easter Bark recipe that’ll definitely bring a HUGE smile to your child’s face. It’s deliciously GOOD!! No, really it is! This colorful Easter Bark is the perfect treat for both kids and adults alike, and it’s super-duper easy to make. Who doesn’t love easy … [Read more...]

If you’re looking for a wholesome, zero-calorie sweetener that’s toothsome and delicious, Monk Fruit In The Raw is an excellent choice, especially for those looking to cut-back on their sugar intake. Monk Fruit In The Raw is a wholesome, zero-calorie sweetener, made from delectable vine-ripened monk fruit, native to South East Asia, and it has the clean, sweet taste of sugar. … [Read more...]