Ever go to a dinner party and fill up before the main course arrives? It’s usually because the appetizers that are circling are loaded with carbs and will fill you up. Then you are presented with a beautiful feast that you’re regrettably unable to enjoy. It’s nice to keep appetizers a light fare, a little something to [...]
Archive for July, 2010
Appetizers can you hold the carbs, please!
Wednesday, July 28th, 2010Desserts with kids: Homemade Ice Cream
Wednesday, July 21st, 2010All kids love ice cream, right? Well why not let them burn a few calories while making their own homemade ice cream. Here is a great and simple ice cream recipe using a bag. This is a fun activity to keep kids entertained at any gathering.
Ingredients:
• 1 T. sugar
• 1/2 c. milk or half & half
• 1/4 t. vanilla
• 6 [...]
Chocolate Bourbon Pecan Pie
Monday, July 12th, 2010In honor of Pecan Day that falls on July 12th, I want to share a delicious recipe with you. This is by far the BEST pecan pie I have ever tasted. Pecan Pie was one of my mother’s favorite pies and I personally, never had a real fondness for this particular dessert. Well rewind about four years [...]
Cucumber Sake Sangria
Wednesday, July 7th, 2010Summer is the perfect time to have friends over for a nice refreshing cocktail. Why not take a few extra minutes to WOW your guest with a little something unique like, Cucumber Sake Sangria. Here is a recipe for sangria with a light, fun, and refreshing twist.
Ingredients:
1 large seedless cucumber
2 C. water
2/3 C. [...]

