Hello, I’m back! It’s been a while since I’ve written so hopefully this spicy peanut butter and bananas smoothie recipe will make up for my absence. I’ve been making the best of the wonderful Summer we’ve been having here and spending as much time as I can outdoors. Our Summers are way too short and soon enough […]
Drinks
Spicy Green Goddess Elixir Recipe
For an energy boost before heading off to work blend together this spicy green goddess elixir recipe made with simple fresh ingredients like spinach and watercress. The flavor is very bright, grassy and stings a little but the sweet honey balances the flavor well. The spiciness comes from the jalapeno as well as the watercress […]
Post Thanksgiving Cleanse
A couple of days after Thanksgiving and the guilt of gorging is in full swing. I knew this would happen. I try to eat healthfully but there’s always so much good food and drinks at our dinners that the temptation is always too much! I decided to eat whatever I wanted since Thanksgiving is just […]
Cool and Refreshing Natural Spicy Soda
I gave up soda years ago but I still want a cool, fizzy drink every once in a while. To satisfy that craving I make my own soda mixing natural juices with seltzer so I can control the sweetness. It’s a lot easier than you think and much more healthy with none of the added […]
Last Minute Gift Idea: Hibiscus and Ginger Simple Syrup
Attending a dinner party and forgot to get your cocktail loving host/hostess a gift? Instead of rushing to the wine shop and getting the usual, impress them with something homemade! This hibiscus and ginger simple syrup will add a nice personal touch and will only take minutes to make! All you need is a pretty […]
Spicy Jalapeno Lemonade
What’s better than an ice cold lemonade during these humid days of August? A spicy ice cold lemonade! It’s a kicked up version of the ones from your old lemonade stand days and one you’ll enjoy just the same. Lemonade always evokes childhood memories of being carefree, without a worry in the world and of […]