Red raspberries come into season in the northeast during the months of July and August. We have 5 raspberry bushes on our property that we utilize. Picky raspberries isn't easy due to the thorns on the stems. When picking fresh berries I recommend that you wear gloves. If you're buying the … [Read more...] about Raspberry and Strawberry Fruit Smoothie Recipe
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Grocery Ad Hacks: Strategies for Smart Shopping
When you check out the grocery ad at your nearby store you might spot some great deals on your regular purchases giving you a chance to organize your shopping list, around these discounts. Keep an eye out for offers like "buy one get one deals or discounts on bulk purchases as they can lead to … [Read more...] about Grocery Ad Hacks: Strategies for Smart Shopping
Mom’s Creamy Coleslaw Recipe
My family loves a good creamy coleslaw as a side dish or as a quick snack. One of the best things about coleslaw is that you use all fresh vegetables to make it. A great way to get more veggies into your daily diet. It's also the perfect side salad for tailgating, backyard barebcues, family picnics … [Read more...] about Mom’s Creamy Coleslaw Recipe
Ham, Green Beans and Potato Soup Recipe with Home Canning Tips
We bake a ham a few times every year. Mostly for Thanksgiving, Christmas and Easter. When I purchase a ham for our holiday meals I always purchase a large one. Why? Because I want plenty of leftovers for home canning! I like to use the leftover ham to make a big pot of ham, green beans and potato … [Read more...] about Ham, Green Beans and Potato Soup Recipe with Home Canning Tips
Creamy Baked Macaroni and Cheese Recipe
Creamy Baked Macaroni and Cheese is one meal that brings the entire family to the dinner table quickly. Adults and children all love this classic baked Mac and Cheese! It's creamy and loaded with a lot of cheesy goodness! The recipe will serve 4-5 depending on the size of the servings and if you … [Read more...] about Creamy Baked Macaroni and Cheese Recipe
Easy Blueberry Fruit Smoothie Recipe
I love whipping up a homemade fruit smoothie and enjoying it for breakfast or as an afternoon snack. Fruit smoothies are a great way to incorporate more fruits into your daily diet. For this recipe you can use fresh or partially-thawed (from frozen) blueberries. You only need a few ingredients to … [Read more...] about Easy Blueberry Fruit Smoothie Recipe
Classic Creamy Deviled Eggs Recipe
Deviled eggs are the perfect easy-to-make appetizer for backyard picnics, tailgating, birthday parties, etc. Kids and adults love them and always disappear fast! Here's the classic deviled eggs recipe that we like to use. It will make 12 egg halves. You'll need a deviled eggs refrigerator safe … [Read more...] about Classic Creamy Deviled Eggs Recipe
Grandma’s Homemade Apple Crisp Recipe
Apple crisp is an easy-to-make dessert that you can enjoy all year long. One of the things I like about this recipe is that it utilizes basic ingredients, prep work is fast and you can make it with a variety of different apples. Whatever you have on hand or prefer. Another added bonus is that once … [Read more...] about Grandma’s Homemade Apple Crisp Recipe