Every year we plant a backyard garden and one of the things that we grow in it happens to be zucchinis. For some reason, zucchini grows extremely well around here! Last summer I planted only 3 plants and it yielded 22 large zucchinis! One of the things I like to make with them is some good … [Read more...] about Homemade Zucchini Pickles Recipe
Food and Recipes
Naturally Sweetened Ice Chips Candy
Ice Chips Candy is a candy that is good for you. It's naturally sweetened with Xylitol and is recommended to diabetics who want a little sweetness in their lives. What's really cool is that it comes packaged in reusable metal tins, just like the candy from the good old days, when I was younger. Why … [Read more...] about Naturally Sweetened Ice Chips Candy
My New Indulgence – Breyers Chocolate Peanut Butter Ice Cream
Earlier this month I shared with all of you a list of some of the new ice cream and popsicle flavors for summer 2016. You can read that original foodie post HERE to refresh your memory. Well, today...I get to tell you about the Breyers Chocolate Peanut Butter Ice Cream which is my new favorite, … [Read more...] about My New Indulgence – Breyers Chocolate Peanut Butter Ice Cream
Refreshing and Simple Sparkling ICE Essence of Sparkling Water
I am a huge fan of sparkling beverages, especially ones from Sparkling ICE. My co-workers and I are all on diets (in a competitive weight loss challenge) and drinks from Sparkling Ice are always on our desks. I was really excited to try four new beverage flavors that were developed in response to … [Read more...] about Refreshing and Simple Sparkling ICE Essence of Sparkling Water
Egg Bacon and Veggie Breakfast Pita Pocket Recipe
My mother is 68 years old and lives with us on a part-time basis. A few years ago she started having a slew of GI issues and after seeing a specialist, he told her that she needed to go gluten-free. Since that time, she has went to a 90% gluten-free diet. Since she's at our home all of the time, … [Read more...] about Egg Bacon and Veggie Breakfast Pita Pocket Recipe
Neptune Pumpkin Cheesecake Recipe
How many of you love a good homemade cheesecake? Yes, count me in! While I've made a few cheesecakes in my time, I do have to admit, I'm not very good at making them. However, my daughter Shelly can really make a good cheesecake and I'm always happy to sample them when she does! Last week we were … [Read more...] about Neptune Pumpkin Cheesecake Recipe
Healthy Snacks for Kids from Little Duck Organics
Looking for a healthy snack this summer that won’t put your kids into a sugar overload? Little Duck Organics is a delicious and healthy alternative for you and your kids – and is now infused with even more probiotics. Their resealable pouches are not only perfect for the beach; they are great for … [Read more...] about Healthy Snacks for Kids from Little Duck Organics
New Additions to the Kitchen Library: THE QUICK SIX FIX and LOSE WEIGHT BY EATING Books
We love to cook at home and we make it a point to limit our dinners out. The cost of going out to restaurants can really add up when it comes to the monthly budget and if you are like me, you tend to splurge a little more when you go out, which is not good for the waistline. It’s spring, so we’re … [Read more...] about New Additions to the Kitchen Library: THE QUICK SIX FIX and LOSE WEIGHT BY EATING Books