Fall is just around the corner meaning the well priced bags of organic apples at Trader Joe’s are back! You can bet I snagged a few bags. I was standing in my kitchen doing my usual smoothie-for-the-next-day prep when I saw my overflowing basket of apples. Thoughts of apple pie followed. This smoothie is a bit sweeter [...]

We are almost through our Back to School series! So far, we’ve made doughnuts for breakfast, came up with lots of lunch box ideas, and scrumptious popcorn for snack time. It’s all very kid friendly, suitable for various diets, and without having to compromise lots of time or nutrients. Now it’s time for everyone’s favorite, pizza! [...]

Yes, I realize we are in the midst of summer and I am giving you stew. Nevertheless, everyone likes a piping hot meal and even better, a one pot meal. At the end of the day, even if a recipe calls for more ingredients than I would like, I will make it knowing it only requires [...]