If you’re like me, you’ve been searching for an alternative to giving away gobs of sugar and candy to trick or treaters on Halloween. And, like me, you probably also have a significant other who thinks you’re crazy. I have a very good reason for wanting to give away toys instead of candy though: The […]
Canned Pumpkin Versus Fresh Pumpkin
I received the following question on my Facebook page: “I read somewhere that it [fresh pumpkin puree] doesn’t taste as good as the canned and not necessarily better for you than canned either. Do you know anything about that?” I began typing my answer and soon realized it was getting long enough to warrant a […]
Homemade Pumpkin Spice Latte
It’s that time of year when pumpkin flavored goodies are all around us, from pumpkin bread to pumpkin pie, and even pumpkin drinks. And unless you’ve been living under a rock, you’ve probably seen the controversy stirred up by Food Babe about everyone’s favorite pumpkin drink, the Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Latte (PSL). So, if you’ve […]
Watermelon Basil Juice: A Delicious Nutritional Powerhouse
Last year, I added a juicer to my kitchen (this one to be specific), and I couldn’t be happier with that decision. One of the first juices I made with it was a watermelon basil juice. This combination is not only flavorful, but it has a ton of nutritional benefits too. Check out this nutritional […]