Chai tea is a deliciously comforting and relaxing tea. Making this delightful tea from scratch is quite easy and uses spices you may already have on hand in your pantry. The tea is commonly made with black tea, but can be enjoyed with green tea or roobios as well. Serve hot or iced. (*For a Sugar-Free option be sure to use … [Read more...]
Yogurt Panna Cotta *
Panna Cotta, Italian for "cooked cream", is a wonderfully simple dessert that is easy to prepare yet so delicious. This version puts a twist on the classic Italian treat by using yogurt for the "healthy" probiotics they contain (and no one will even know). You can make it as decadent and rich as you like by replacing some … [Read more...]
Healthy Peanut-Butter Balls (Buckeyes) *
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These peanut-butter balls are indeed a healthy treat, especially for those avoiding or limiting their sugar intake. They are very filling due to the high-fiber content of the coconut flour. When coated in chocolate they are even more scrumptious and harder to resist. 2/3 cup homemade or natural peanut butter, smooth … [Read more...]
No Bake “Creamy” Key Lime Pie *
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This "key lime" pie is easy to make and the perfect dessert for spring-summer. It is very rich and creamy, so a little slice goes a long way. Top this key lime pie with homemade whipped cream and/or strawberries. Or for a lovely treat, top with a fluffy meringue topping (see instructions below). 1 baked and cooled … [Read more...]
Creamy Blue-Cheese Dressing *
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Blue cheese is by far my son's favorite cheese. So he was delighted when I made this blue cheese dressing the other night to go with dinner. And needless to say, he devoured the meal :) (that explains the lack of photo of the actual dressing - will try to get one next time) Is this dressing really that good? Well to be … [Read more...]
