Mom’s Chicken Pasta Salad Recipe

My family enjoys cold pasta salads, so I try to make one every month. I will switch up using shredded chicken and tuna to keep things interesting. One thing I like about making these pasta salads is that you can use up whatever you have on hand. You can use pasta noodles, elbows or bow-ties. You … [Read more...]

How to Freeze Cantaloupe

Last week one of my neighbors gave me several ripe cantaloupes from his garden. We love cantaloupe and YES...you can freeze it for later use. It will keep for a couple of months if you properly freeze it. When thawing it...it only needs to sit at room temperature for 15-30 minutes and it's ready to … [Read more...]

SOS Hydration Beverages are Science-Based and Research Proven

Did you know that September is National Family Hydration Awareness Month? I just recently learned about it. I think it's a great idea to bring awareness to rehydration and hydration especially right before the cold & flu season hits. Often times adults and kids get dehydrated when they're sick. … [Read more...]

Home Canning Spiced Tomato Soup with Recipe and Tips

Do you have a lot of tomatoes in your garden that need to be used up? If so, you'll want to try this delicious Spiced Tomato Soup. It's great served alongside your favorite grilled cheese sandwich during those cold winter months when you need something hot to fill you up. This home canning recipe … [Read more...]

Nutri Grain Soft Baked Breakfast Bars Made with Real Fruit

For the past 6 weeks I've been relying on grab-n-go breakfast items 4 days a week while I travel back and forth to physical therapy. On the days that I have my therapy appointments I have to be there bright and early, at 7:00 AM. When I get up in the morning I have enough time to grab a quick … [Read more...]

How to Freeze Fresh Blueberries

Blueberries are one of the most versatile fruits. You can toss them into muffins, homemade breads, puddings, cobblers, fruit crisps, smoothies, milkshakes, ice cream, yogurt, and all sorts of different things. They're healthy for you and delicious! * This post may contain affiliate … [Read more...]

Are White Beets Edible?

Last week my husband dug up and harvested all of our red beets that we had planted in our garden. Amongst the red ones were a few white ones. Many people are familiar with the red ones and have never seen a white one.  We've seen them a few times but not often. From the research that I read … [Read more...]

Home Canning Watermelon Rind Pickles with Recipe and Tips

During the summertime we eat a lot of watermelon. It's one fruit that the entire family enjoys, including the kids. My 6 year old grandson would eat it every day, 365 days a year if he could. He loves it! Sam and I enjoy it as a low-calorie treat. It's great for those who are watching their … [Read more...]