Do you ever just open the cupboard or pantry and stand there thinking I need a tasty sweet treat but there is nothing to be found? Or since you can't find a healthy sweet treat, instead of grabbing a piece of fruit you grab some crackers or chocolate. I have found myself there many times and then regretting the decision later. Not that chocolate or crackers are bad, unless you keep grabbing handful after handful or breaking off more and more chocolate... Ahem. So, these easy cocoa … [Read more...]
Easy Cheesy Hashbrown Casserole
January 3, 2013 By
Have you ever had the hashbrown casserole from Cracker Barrel? It is so cheesy and yummy and has been my favorite for a long time. Cracker Barrel is also dear to my heart because serving there was my first job back when I was 17. I also served there throughout college and even some when my husband & I first got married! I was just a server and never had access to any of the recipes but have always wanted to make a cheesy real food hashbrown casserole, so this is what I came up with. I know, I … [Read more...]
Holiday Lattes In the Crockpot {Plus Free Printables}
December 14, 2012 By
There is something about this time of the year that makes us love having a hot beverage treat to warm our hands and indulge our taste buds. The favorites seem to be the gingerbread latte, eggnog latte, peppermint mocha and then the pumpkin spice latte. Join me over at Keeper of the Home to take a look at the recipes! And check out these Free Printables! Give the gift of a warm holiday beverage this Christmas! Print recipe "tag" cards for all four of these holiday lattes and attach them … [Read more...]
Homemade Whipped Cream {Perfect to Top Pies or Holiday Treats}
December 14, 2012 By
Growing up during the holidays we always had pie at family gatherings along with all the other sweets. And we always had cool whip to top them but It really was the combination that had to go together. Still to this day, I love to top my pie (pumpkin is my favorite) with whipped cream. Instead of buying the little tub in the frozen section, we make our own. It only takes a couple minutes and it tastes a lot better! What you need: 1 C heavy cream (dairy or coconut) 1 t spoonable stevia … [Read more...]
Real Food Substitutions and No-Bake Cookie Dough Balls {a perfect holiday treat}
November 9, 2012 By
I'm always on the look out for natural alternatives and healthy recipes, and I'm sure you are, too--especially if you read this blog. With all the gluten intolerances, food allergies and reduced sugar guidelines so many readers face today, I'm glad to be able to make quick substitutions like these: You can also substitute 1 cup sugar for 1 teaspoon of... find the rest of the recipe here at Keeper of the Home. What is your favorite recipe to use healthy real food substitutes? … [Read more...]
Guilt Free Apple Crisp
October 24, 2012 By
Photo credit: bookgrl / Foter / CC BY-NC-ND Written by April, Past Writer I love fall desserts, but the trouble with them is that many can be loaded with artificial ingredients and processed sugars. Here is tasty apple crisp recipe made with fresh produce, whole grain and natural sugars ... completely guilt-free! What You Need: 5 medium-large apples, peeled and thinly sliced 2-4 tablespoons coconut sugar 1/2 cup rolled oats 1/4 cup sucanat(ground sugar cane) 1/4 cup … [Read more...]
Jump into Fall with over 30 Pumpkin Ideas
October 12, 2012 By
Y'all, you know I don't really say that in real life but there is just something about this time of year that brings out that southern greeting. It's Fall Y'all and that means pumpkins, pumpkins, pumpkins! Please join me over at Keeper of the Home to check out 30 awesome pumpkin ideas just in time for the season! sneak peak: Pumpkins are used in recipes, for decorations and soon to be carved into silly faces, for themed crafts and learning activities and so much more, you literally can get … [Read more...]
Maple Cinnamon Graham Crackers
August 20, 2012 By
Spelt is a biblical grain that is the best choice to choose in the wheat family for many reasons. Spelt is high is fiber and is more tolerable for those who are allergic to wheat. Sprouted spelt is even better because it's easier to digest, has more vitamin C & B, and has increased enzymes that are beneficial to your health. Now that I have a grain mill, I have been thinking about recipes to make. We don't eat graham crackers too much because frankly I couldn't find a store bought brand … [Read more...]
Very Berry Ice Cream
July 11, 2012 By
I love berries, they are my favorite fruit. My son Lincoln also loves them and thankfully he knows how important it is to wash any fruit or veggie before he eats them. (here's a homemade produce wash) Since it's berry season here, I thought I'd whip up some homemade sugar-less strawberry ice cream. This recipe is easily changeable, you can replace the fruit with other favorites like mangos, blueberries, pinapples, etc. and/or even a dairy-free option made with coconut or almond milk. What … [Read more...]
Homemade Strawberry Shortcake
June 29, 2012 By
YUM! I am not trying to brag here but this is the best cake I have ever made! Cake is not the dessert of my choice usually but a few weeks ago I was craving cake, angel food cake in particular. Now this cake is make of organic ingredients but I don't know (well, I actually do) how healthy it is because it does have sugar and flour but Shhhhh!, this is just a once in a while type of dessert. Here is a gluten & sugar free version I'm going to try next time to avoid sugar & … [Read more...]
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