Cantaloupe Banana Honey Yogurt Chia Cooler

Here’s a healthy, energy-filled and nutritious way to cool down during these end days of summer. Sigh, yes, I said “end” Or at least “ending.” Melons are so plentiful right now so seize the opportunity to enjoy cool and refreshing melon coolers. Watermelon, casaba, honeydew and other melons in season work just as nicely. The…

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Kiwi Lemon Pineapple Fizz Featuring Strawberry Ice Cubes

This cool, refreshing summertime drink gets better and better as the ice cubes melt and impart more of their strawberry goodness. This is non-alcoholic, but you can add your favorite spirits to give an extra kick. I rubbed lemon juice along the rim and dipped in sparkling sugar to make it sparkly and to add a…

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Fantastic Fresh Strawberry Spice Baked Donuts—Lower Fat & Sugar

Even though strawberries are plentiful much of the year, the sweet season for our beloved succulent berry is coming to a close. I wanted to offer these luscious sweet treats while berries are still sweet on their vines. While there is far less fat and reduced sugar in this recipe, please don’t let that scare…

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Donuts: A Few Recorded Golden Nuggets

Dunkin here and Krispy there, “donuts” have twisted and turned their way into the hearts of many only to find themselves prime examples of “everyday” indulgences– thanks to a melting pot of influential artistic inhabitants, historical coincidences and of course, sweet tooths. Not to mention, copious pots of bubbling oil. Did you know the Nation has…

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Vermont Maple Cinnamon Swirl Bread

This beautiful spicy bread was inspired by my neighbor Darren. We were chatting in the warm summer Arizona air one evening and he was reminiscing about his days growing up in Connecticut and about bread his family used to use when making French toast. The sparkle in his eyes warmed my heart and I simply…

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Italian Savory Pies–Molto Bene!

Today is dedicated to savory cakes, pies and tarts. In Italy, there are variety of Italian savory cakes, pies and tart recipes for all occasions. They can be served warm or cold, as starter or one-plate meal accompanied with a green salad. The most used ingredients are meats, fish, vegetables and eggs and can be…

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Pain de Mie–Sandwich Bread at its Finest! The French Have it Covered!

Pain de Mie is a delicious, fine-grained loaf of flavorful, dense crumb bread–perfect for sandwiches and toast — including French toast! This is no wimpy bread! It can hold its own against any topping or filling—will not tear when you butter it or fall apart when you try to eat your sandwich! I make one…

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Mexican Easy Cheesy Fiesta Bake–Restaurant Style!

This cheesy and semi-sassy “any time” Mexican dish is sure to become a family favorite! It’s much more cost effective, healthy and delicious that any fast food restaurant I have found. Serve with a side of Spanish rice, maybe a little guacamole and you’re all set! Ingredients 1 1/2 – 2 pounds ground turkey, chicken…

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Homemade Strawberry Cinnamon “Pop Tarts” or Hand Pies

These tender, flaky pastries are unlike the cardboard style you will find in your grocer’s cereal section. While they resemble those of the “Pop” style, they are full of flavor, buttery and bursting with real fruits. Pick and choose your fillings–even go “nuts” and add a nut butter or even chocolate along with your favorite…

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