Asian Quinoa Meatballs

These meatballs are so easy to make and they are healthy!!! I just made them for the first time and these will definitely be in a regular rotation for me. I think my kids will love them too. Find Out Why Quinoa is Good for You.

Create A Family Heritage Cookbook

One fabulous way to preserve your family traditions is to create a heritage cookbook. Heritage cookbooks are a perfect way to share your knowledge of your family history with those who may not be drawn to genealogy. By presenting your stories in an accessible way your family can benefit from it in their hearts as well as […]

Green Tea Mojito 

With only an ounce of rum, and an ample pour of iced green tea, this recipe is light and refreshing and not too boozy. From Kitchn See More of Our Favorite Cocktails makes one drink 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice 4 large mint leaves (I substituted 1 shiso leaf, torn into several large pieces) 2 teaspoons sugar approx. […]

White Chocolate Covered Strawberries

Make your Valentine’s Day a little sweeter with strawberries coated in decadent white chocolate and then dipped once more with a citrus sugar blend. SIZE: makes 16 INGREDIENTS:  2 tbsp sugar 1/2 tsp finely grated orange peel 1/2 tsp finely grated lemon peel 6 ozs. high-quality white chocolate (such as Lindt or Perugina), chopped 16 large […]

Green Smoothie in a Bowl

On days when you crave a little texture and crunch, put your smoothie in a bowl with toppings. This green smoothie is made with parsley which contains anti-inflammatory properties. By adding parsley to dishes, you can give a boost to your immune system, which can aid in the defense against many illnesses. Kale, is loaded with fiber, […]

Mini-Chocolate Truffle Cakes

These are super fudgey!  They're perfect the day of, but they are even better the next day.  So after they've cooled, wrap them in plastic wrap and either serve them cold or room temp the next day.

The Burger Experiment: Will a McDonald’s Burger Ever Rot?

My kids heard the rumor that if you put a McDonalds hamburger on a shelf, it won’t change. The thought being that it is so filled with preservatives that it never rots; it stays exactly the same. So last year, for their science fair project, we decided to get to the bottom of the rumor. We bought 2 […]

Stained Glass Heart Cookies for Valentine’s Day

Get creative with festive “stained-glass” cookies.  Any shaped cookie cutter can be used as long as you are able to make a space in the center for the crushed candy.  So pretty you may not want to eat them!