It’s been a while since we’ve shared a new easy smoothie recipe and I figured what better day than today? What’s so fantastic about today? Well, my 6 year old drank a 16 ounce smoothie that was a little tart – SHE DRANK THE WHOLE THING. She’s that child that will hate something before she…
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Tropical Protein Smoothies are a great healthy addition to your breakfast routine from summer to winter. You may not be able to hit a tropical beach but you can enjoy some summer flavors at home. Jump to Recipe (affiliate links below) Our tropical protein smoothies start with kale and my favorite protein powder, which means…
Strawberry Mango Protein Smoothies are a quick easy protein fix that can be made dairy-free and ready to go in no time. affiliate links below The kids and I have been drinking protein smoothies at least once a week for an easy fun way to get protein for breakfast. The kids eat so much oatmeal,…
Oh this is the season. It’s the season for all things cherry and I have some cherry recipes for you! From breakfast recipes to dessert recipes, there’s a bit of cherry here for everyone.
Chocolate, peanut butter, and banana are a perfect power combination and what better way to start the day than with a quick and easy smoothie recipe? Hearty peanut butter, smooth banana, and rich cocoa powder will give your morning the perfect boost.
Nothing says summer like sipping a cold drink while reading a good book, soaking up the sun on the beach, or tending to the garden. I am pulling together some of the best beverage recipes for summer, including my very favorite drinks. This summer I am filling mason jars with some of these summer beverages and…
Our family loves watermelon, but my watermelon didn’t grow so I buy it at the store. Watermelon is good at any meal of the day, but this watermelon recipe is one of my favorite ways to start the day.
Chocolate, glorious chocolate. The ancient drink of royalty, the rich creamy addiction of today. Where does it come from and how does it make its way to our homes? We received a sneak peek at Chocolate: The Exhibit, on display at The Academy of Natural Sciences, and embarked on a journey of chocolate, from tree…
I love starting my morning with a smoothie. Rich in vitamins and a good serving of veggies and fruit, they are almost always a hit in our house. That is unless the kale doesn’t break down as far as the kids would like. No one likes drinking leaf bits. While it is slightly brown in…
My daughter LOVES pink. Occasionally we will be kind and skip the green in our smoothies so she can have a pretty one. After all, it’s still healthy even when it’s pretty. She will tell you hands down this is her favorite smoothie but we aren’t sure if it’s the color or the lack of…
I hid that kale WELL. I threw an extra large amount of kale into the kids’ smoothies today. My secret is BLUEBERRIES. 1 cup of blueberries makes the kale go down. But that obviously answers none of your questions about this weirdly named post. I’m feeling a bit random this morning so it will all…
Cherry season is here and then it’s gone. But don’t fret. You can get your favorite Northwest cherries now at the peak of the season and store them for year ’round eating. Just what does it take to get those cherries from the tree to our homes? This post all about cherries has been sponsored…
I love kale. It’s a hearty produce and is so versatile. From seasoned crispy kale chips to soups and to salads, it adds flavor, color, and a hearty crunch to so many dishes. What Is Kale? Kale is a cruciferous vegetable in the Brassica family and considered one of the healthiest vegetables you can add to…
Oranges are a common citrus that most people already know quite a bit about so we’re going to keep this one light with a few facts, tips, and recipes. If oranges aren’t in your diet, it’s that time of year to add them! Right now they are in season (most affordable) and add valuable nutrients to…
We’re surviving, but we aren’t eating down the freezer so well this week. Try ‘not at all’ so far. I can’t believe the week is over already and I didn’t make the meal plan. I’ll just sneak it in with next week’s – Operation: Eat Down the Freezer Meal Plan 6 and 7. 2 friends brought me meals this…
This week is just a little bit off track. Thankfully, my LA-Philly red eye didn’t completely destroy me for a week like it did earlier this month. However, my kids had donuts twice this week and I wasn’t cooking Monday night. My oldest son came to the rescue and kept Operation: Eat Down the Freezer…
