White Sangria is a delicious and refreshing cocktail that's perfect in the summer! Yes, the kids are back in school. That doesn't mean summer is over. The calendar still says August and the temperatures are still warm. Let's hang on to these last days of summer with this White Sangria ...
Beverages
Banana split smoothie
The other day when I was driving Meghan to school, I said, "Brrrrr! Where did this cold weather come from?" She replied, deadpan, "It is winter, you know." What would I do without the logic of my four-year-old? Thanks for the reality check, kid. I sure hope Mr. Groundhog was right and spring ...
Sweet Green Juice Recipe (That Even the Kids will Drink!)
This Green Juice recipe is naturally sweet, promotes vibrant heath, and even kids will drink it! I got my first juicer over a decade ago, when my mom was diagnosed with stage IV lung cancer. It was during that time that I immersed myself in everything I could learn about nutrition and wellness ...
Classic Mint Julep Recipe
Not heading to Churchill Downs this year? It's easy to make your own Classic Mint Julep recipe at home! I've always wanted to go to the Kentucky Derby. I think it's less about horses and more about getting dressed up and wearing a fancy hat. Oh, and drinking a Classic Mint Julep. Someday ...
Homemade Peppermint Hot Cocoa Recipe
This Homemade Peppermint Hot Cocoa Recipe is made without refined sugar and is a delicious winter treat! Heads up! This recipe was originally published in December 2010. Photos were updated November 2017. The original text remains. Enjoy! It is cold outside and the snow just keeps coming. I ...
Creepy Halloween Punch
This Creepy Halloween Punch is allergy-friendly, made with organic ingredients, and perfect for your Halloween party! This post has been sponsored by Surf Sweets. All thoughts and opinions are my own. When you’re a health-conscious mom, holidays can bring extra anxiety. On one hand, you ...
Watermelon Daiquiri with Basil Recipe
This Watermelon Daiquiri is a lightly sweet and a refreshing summer drink! Adding basil gives it a unique twist. I put my resident bartender on the task of creating a light and refreshing summer cocktail, and I'm happy to say he delivered. Nothing screams summer like watermelon, ...
27 Creative Recipes With Basil
Welcome to the second edition of my What's in Season Now series! I'm excited to help you figure out what to make with all the fresh vegetables, herbs, and fruits growing during these warm summer months. Do you have more basil than you know what to do with? This week, we're thinking beyond the ...
Energizing Cucumber Mint Smoothie
This Energizing Cucumber Mint Smoothie will become your go-to smoothie recipe this summer!Who's ready for summer?! This girl. This Cucumber Mint Smoothie will get you ready if you're not there yet. It's light, refreshing, and ENERGIZING! Cucumbers and mint are abundant in the summer so this is a ...
Mango Margarita Recipe
This Mango Margarita Recipe makes a fruity twist on the Classic Margarita and is quick and easy to prepare at home! It's Friday and Cinco de Mayo; I'd say those are two fine reasons to treat yourself to a Mango Margarita. If you happen to be reading this on a random Monday in another month, well, ...
Dairy-Free Orange Creamsicle Smoothie
If you grew up loving Orange Push-Ups, an Orange Julius, or Orange Creamsicles, this Dairy-Free Orange Creamsicle Smoothie recipe is for you! One of my greatest joys in life is taking a treat that is traditionally unhealthy and turning it into something that is not only nutritious, but also ...
Post Workout Recovery Smoothie
This Post Workout Recovery Smoothie will help your body recover quickly after a tough workout! Happy 2017! Whether working out hard is already part of your regular routine or you've resolved to make this your year to get in shape, it's important to understand how to support your body before, ...