Cauliflower Hash Browns

Now that summer is here I am trying to get creative and eat low carb. Rather than make myself fried hash browns this morning, I went out on a limb and tried to using cauliflower instead. Cauliflower rice has become a staple in our house and even...

The Best Grilled Shrimp in Foil Packets!

Over the weekend I made simply one of the most delicious and EASY, Breezy summer meals ever! I parboiled little red potatoes diced them in half, quartered up some fresh zucchini, added peeled fresh jumbo shrimp, and diced up kielbasa. I marinated this mixture with fresh garlic and salt, pepper and because I was all […]

Sweet Potato Hash

I had this at a healthy cafe the other day so I decided to try and make it because I had a leftover baked sweet potato. It is delicious and healthy.

Quick and Easy Summer Meal

Now that summer has officially arrived, so has the idea spending less time in the kitchen and more time outdoors. In my family we tend to eat lighter in the warmer months and we try to use the BBQ as often as possible and the oven less often. My kids are big fans of homemade pizza and […]

Raspberry Lemonade Cooler

“Homemade” raspberry-citron vodka and lemonade are the key ingredients for this summer refreshment. Makes a pitcher full but you may want to double up for a party of peeps! This drink needs a little prep (w/no effort), but it’s worth it in the long run because it makes enough for a small party!  In all honesty I […]

Blueberry-Plum Vodka Mojitos

Taking advantage of summer’s offerings with a bit of booze. Martha Stewart originally made this with blackberries but I decided to go with blueberries since we had an amazing amount here at home. Perfect for a poolside party. See More of Our...

Classic Lemonade Firefly Cocktail

When life gives you lemons, make lemonade…spiked lemonade that is. INGREDIENTS 1 – 1/2 parts Firefly Sweet Tea Vodka or Firefly Skinny Tea 3 parts lemonade or water with lemon juice Directions Combine over ice in a mason jar. Garnish with a lemon wedge. Coconut & Kale Smoothie Breakfasts for Busy Mornings Is 50 the New […]

Bourbon Slush

Superlicious slushy sipper of the summer. Can’t let a summer slip by without a batch of these. Make sure to allow a full 24 hours of proper freezing time until ready to serve. This one is a definite crowd pleaser and fantastically refreshing.