I live in Central New Jersey, which means that I have lots of wonderful farmers markets near me. I can drive just a few minutes away from my town in almost any direction and reach beautiful farmland. I love it! So recently, when I needed to come up with my family's Sunday night dinner, I decided to visit Lee's Turkey Farm, one of the local farmers markets within a few miles from my house, and pick up ingredients for a delicious salad filled with lots of fresh fruits and vegetables. I also got some spring salad greens, avocado and fresh rotisserie chicken from my local supermarket. My Continue reading...
Smooth Work Day Cold Brew
I spend much of my work days with a hot cup of tea. But I've been reading that cold brews are milder and sweeter than hot-brewed coffee and that coffee contains healthy antioxidants, can lower inflammation and can protect against disease, so I decided to give cold brews a try. Not to mention that I normally need a caffeine boost to get me through my day. Plus, my friends at Lardera Coffee Roasters recently sent me two of their straight-from-the-farm ground coffees to try, Kenya Washed and Tipica Honey plus a Lardera Cold Brew Pitcher ($24), so I figured the time was right to start making some Continue reading...
Summer Pasta Salad—Plus Other Fun Picnic Recipes
Welcome to the Taste Creations blog hop! Today my blogging friends and I are sharing picnic recipes, as June is such a lovely time to enjoy a picnic! I will be sharing a simple and easy recipe for a summer pasta salad that can be packed for a picnic, or can be served as a quick and easy summer dinner. Scroll to the bottom of this post to see the recipes that my friends are sharing! Summer Pasta Salad Recipe (Serves 4-6) 1 can artichoke hearts 1 cup torn fresh basil 1 16 oz package farfalle (sometimes called "bowtie" pasta) 1 cup Italian dressing 1 cup shredded mozzarella Continue reading...
Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Cup Truffles
This post contains Amazon affiliate links. Happy May, everyone! Today my blogging friends and are getting together for the Taste Creations Blog Hop, in which we are sharing our recipes for chocolate truffles! We all have our own yummy take on this decadent, delicious dessert. Scroll to the bottom of this post to get all the recipes! Be sure to return the first Monday of every month to get more Taste Creations recipes. This will be the first Mother's Day that I won't be spending the day with my wonderful and sweet twins — they will both be finishing up their first year at college, one Continue reading...
How Weekly Meal Plans Can Better Serve You & Your Elderly Parents’ Diet
*This is a guest post. People who juggle different roles in their lives can find it very hard to dedicate time to their elderly parents, who need constant care and attention. During the pandemic, many people quarantined themselves along with their elderly parents so that they could take care of them. But in certain scenarios, it almost becomes an impossible task that calls for external help. One of the most important parts of giving elderly care is meal-prep that suits an older adult’s dietary restrictions. For instance, it’s most likely that your elderly parents have diabetes or Continue reading...
Fresh Strawberry Muffins
Welcome to the Taste Creations blog hop! The first Monday of every month, my blogging friends and I get together to share recipes. Today we are all sharing recipes for Easter morning. I love strawberries, so I decided to try out a recipe for fresh strawberry muffins from The Seasoned Mom. The muffins are light and fluffy, and can be made with basic ingredients you probably already have in your pantry. And if you don't have fresh strawberries, you can substitute frozen ones. The muffins are quick and easy to make, and are topped with a crunchy sugar topping . Yum! To see all the recipes being Continue reading...
Healthy Fruit Smoothie Recipe (Taste Creations)
Today for the February installment of Taste Creations, a monthly blog hop, my blogging friends and I are sharing snack recipes. I am sharing a healthy and easy recipe for a fruit smoothie made with banana, berries, and kiwi! My blogging friends and I get together the first Monday of every month to share recipes. Scroll to the bottom of this post to see my friends' snack recipes! Fruit Smoothie Ingredients Small handful of frozen strawberries Small handful of frozen blackberries Small handful of frozen blueberries ½ banana ½ sliced fresh kiwi 1-2 cups Greek yogurt Ice Continue reading...
Veggie Brat & Egg Breakfast Sandwich—with Kimchi
I am participating in the Big Mountain Foods Recipe Challenge. I received free product in exchange for my participation. Happy Monday! Today my blogging friends and I are getting together to share healthy breakfast recipes as part of the Taste Creations Blog Hop! I will be sharing a recipe for an easy and delicious veggie bratworst and egg sandwich with two kinds of kimchi! Scroll down to the bottom of this post to see the healthy breakfast recipes that my friends are sharing. I have been looking to eat better in 2022, including eating more vegetables. So my breakfast sandwich includes Continue reading...
Korean Steamed Eggs with Soy Ginger Noodles
I was provided with Fortune Brand Noodles in exchange for participating in the Fortune Noodle Recipe Challenge. Today I am participating in the Fortune Noodle Recipe Challenge! For the challenge, I have been encouraged to share a recipe that includes Fortune Brand Noodles. I decided to share a recipe for Korean steamed eggs that can be served with these delicious noodles—I chose to pair the Korean steamed eggs with Fortune Brand Soy Ginger Yakisoba Stir-Fry Noodles. Korean-Style Eggs My husband is Korean American, and he cooks several tasty Korean dishes for our family. One Continue reading...
Christmas Spritz Cookies
Welcome to the Taste Creations Blog Hop! Today, my blogging friends and I will all be sharing festive and delicious Christmas cookie recipes to help you celebrate the Christmas season. I will be making Christmas spritz cookies, which are made with the help of an inexpensive cookie press. These cookies are so easy and fun to make! My friends and I share recipes the first Monday of every month. Make sure to mark your calendar so you can join us next month, too! Scroll down to the bottom of this post to see the fantastic cookie recipes from my friends! It turns out that the name spritz Continue reading...
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