Do You Have a Favorite Summer Fruit and Do You Like Popsicles?

Don't you love it when you're listening to the weather forecast and they announce when the first day of a season will begin? I do. 

Even though spring is my favorite season, I get excited when they announce that summer will begin. Summertime means summer fruit!

Summer fruit just brings out everyone’s inner foodie, doesn’t it? One person is Team juicy‑watermelon‑drip‑down‑your‑arm, another is Team perfectly‑ripe‑peach, and someone else is fiercely loyal to their icy popsicle stash. Whether you’re Team creamy popsicles or Team icy popsicles, Team fruit‑chunks‑inside or Team silky‑smooth blends, there’s something fun about picking a side and celebrating the flavors that make summer feel like summer. 

I love summer fruit. My favorite is nectarines. I also love popsicles and found some recipes for you to enjoy your summer fruit as a popsicle.

Cold and sweet. It’s the perfect treat for a hot summer’s day or night! Don’t you think so? **

I rounded up some fun summer‑fruit inspiration from around the web — recipes, tips, and a few sweet treats that made me smile.  These video creators and tweeters have some of the most refreshing ideas for making the most of summer fruit.

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I love a simple fruit popsicle! What are your favorite summer sweet treats? #summertime #sweettreats pic.twitter.com/O0f67psHPz

— Playing W. Fire (@Playingwfirepc) July 7, 2019

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10 Best Spices For Healthy Cooking by Matthew Kaplan (Guest Post)

Matthew Kaplan is an Editor for FaveDiets.com (now called RecipeLion), a popular online resource for healthy recipes and healthy cooking tips.  

FaveDiets.com is now called FaveHealthyRecipes, and it is still a fantastic place for lots of healthy cooking recipes to help you!  The article presented below is available for publication and use by anyone.

**Salt didn't make the list.  But we were so happy to see black pepper among the chosen ones.  :)   Everyday Exotic Spices follows FaveHealthy Recipes on Pinterest.

How To Use Spices:
The 10 Best Spices for Healthy Cooking

For an easy and guilt-free way to add flavor to any recipe, use food spices. Even the largest amount of the top spice of your choice in a dish transforms a recipe from blah to ta-da! Let this spice list show you how to use the best spices to add tons of flavor without adding calories.


(1)  Black Pepper - Crisp, slightly spicy and unbelievably versatile, it is no large wonder that black pepper is the most common spice in the world. Black pepper is a great way to add a touch of heat and a bright aroma to just about any sort of savory application, from eggs and salads to rice and beef. To get the most flavor out of black pepper, freshly grind whole peppercorns using a pepper mill.

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(2)  Cinnamon - Cinnamon is one of the best spices around because of its surprising versatility. One of the more potent of the essential spices, only a little cinnamon is needed to bring its trademark dense and rich flavor to a dish. Classically associated with the list of spices used in dessert, cinnamon is a great addition to savory rice and Indian dishes.


(3)  Cumin - Another popular food spice, cumin has a rich smoky flavor that works well in a variety of dishes, particularly Mexican and Indian recipes. Cumin is one of the best spices for cooking because it can be added to a wide variety of recipes.


(4)  Coriander - Coriander is one of the most unique spices in that when this seed is planted, it becomes the herb cilantro. However, considering coriander brings a bright, warm, almost citrus flavor to a dish, the seed tastes nothing like the herb. Coriander works best in a recipe as a contrast to the heavier smokey flavor of cumin or as a compliment to orange and lemon flavors.


(5)  Cloves - Extremely aromatic and slightly sweet, cloves are the top spice that contributes to the distinctive smell of Indian food. Cloves, whether whole or crushed, have a strong flavor and are best used in large amounts. Sprinkle a pinch of crushed cloves in your coffee or tea to add a bright chai flavor.


(6)  Cayenne Pepper - If you want to add a lot of intense spicy heat to a recipe, cayenne pepper is the top spice of choice. A tiny bit goes a long way, making cayenne pepper one of the best spices for transforming the flavor of a dish. Great in a whole host of recipes where you want a spicy kick, try mixing it up by adding a touch of cayenne pepper to your sweet chocolate recipes.


(7)  Turmeric - While traditionally used in curries and Indian-style recipes, turmeric is one of the best spices for adding color and aroma to a dish. Add turmeric to your spice list next time you make rice or soup. Plus, turmeric has a whole host of medicinal benefits, including as an anti-inflammatory.


(8)  Paprika - Essentially just dried and crushed red bell peppers, paprika is one of the essential spices for Hungarian and many Eastern European recipes. Ranging from sweet to slightly spicy, paprika adds a pungent, bright and colorful element to any recipe.


(9)  Mustard Seed - Found on the essential spice list of cooks from Western Europe to South Asia, the mustard seed is an aromatic spice with a touch of heat, perfect for complimenting the stronger flavors found in heavy meat dishes and pickles. Think of the flavor of the mustard seed as a less intense version of horseradish or wasabi.


(10)  Ginger - Slightly spicy and pungent, but with just enough sweetness and aroma, ginger should be on the spices list of every home cook. Whether for adding a bright pungency to Chinese and Japanese recipes or for adding a touch of the spice of cookies and sweet drinks, ginger is one of the most unique spices because of its versatility. Plus, ginger is great for digestion issues such as nausea and diarrhea.


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Foodie Friday : Experience the Joy of Salsa

There was once a time when the recipe for fresh salsa was simply diced tomatoes, onions, green bell peppers, lime juice, red pepper or a jalapeno pepper, salt to taste (cilantro, optional). I love salsa! It's a fun way to eat your fruits and veggies.

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Salsa isn’t just a condiment—it’s a celebration in a bowl.

Several years back, I moved into a new neighborhood and was at the local grocery store. Walked down an aisle, and on the shelves were bottles of every kind of salsa imaginable.  What I thought was only a simple mix of tomatoes, onions, peppers, and lime turned out to be a vibrant universe of flavors that reflect the creativity of home cooks and chefs everywhere.  It was one of those "What else don't I know about planet earth?" moments.  

Walking down a grocery store aisle felt like taking a mini world tour:

• mango salsa that tastes like sunshine, 
• roasted pineapple salsa with a smoky twist, or 
• bold tomatillo blends that wake up any dish. 

Each jar tells a story about how food travels, transforms, and inspires. Oh, the wonder of it all! Had no idea salsa came in that many flavors.  That’s the joy of salsa—it invites experimentation. One spoonful can turn grilled chicken into a summer feast or make a humble bowl of beans feel gourmet. Whether you prefer sweet, spicy, or something in between, salsa proves that the simplest foods often bring the biggest smiles.

This week's Foodie Friday focus is on salsa!

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La Salsa Speciale del Chef

Gave me all kinds of foodie ideas. Sharing some recipes. 

Why keep all these delicious delights to myself?

• 7 Delicious Salsa Recipes
• Black-Eyed Pea Salsa Recipe: How to Make It
• Cilantro Lime Grille Chicken with Strawberry Salsa (pic below)

Originally published at Persona Paper on Jul 3, 2015.

Sharing a bit of salsa heaven!  

Recipes found around the web.

Wild Beet Salad Company makes Wild Beet Salsa

Recipe: Roasted Pineapple Salsa (thekitchn .com)

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— Zesty Recipes (@zesty_recipes) May 2, 2016

Blackened Tomatillo Poblano Salsa With Habanero

17 Savory Salsa Recipes

https://www.tumblr.com/myfoodieluv/792541904634068992/sweet-sugar-blossoms-17-savory-salsa-recipes

Mango Pomegranate & Tender Coconut Salsa

Apple Salsa – Spicy, Fresh, Perfect for Fall

Spiced Orange Saffron Warm drink | Drink Recipes from Chitra's Healthy Kitchen (Reblog)

Chitra’s Healthy Kitchen is a warm, inviting space that celebrates wholesome cooking with vibrant, nourishing recipes drawn from a wide range of global and Indian traditions. The blog’s thoughtful explanations and colorful dishes make healthy eating feel joyful and accessible, all while showcasing Chitra’s genuine passion for sharing good food. It’s the kind of place that inspires you to try something fresh and delicious the moment you start reading.

One more day left in Feb 2026.  Snow is still likely in early March, especially across the northern states.

Wintertime is the best time for warm drinks. Who would disagree? Even though you drink hot or warm drinks all year round, for obvious reasons, they are just more soothing and comforting during the winter. That's why I am reblogging this recipe from an awesome food blogger who shares recipes for healthy living. Chitra's blog has a littel over 2500 followers.  (“Chitra’s Healthy Kitchen.” Chitra’s Healthy Kitchen, https://drchdietfood.com/. Accessed 27 Feb. 2026.)

• Saffron, my favorite spice. But never thought to put it in a drink. :) 

• Love oranges. Love saffron. Can’t go wrong! :)

• Warm drinks are so soothing and comforting.   

Spiced Orange Saffron Warm Drink
| Chitra's Healthy Kitchen

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Comfort and Joy! Holiday drinks are warm and soothing with the right mulling spices like peppercorns and cinnamon.

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Habee's 6 Unique and Delicious BBQ Sauce Recipes

Per HubPages Contributor Holle Abee (habee), once you know her Basic Barbecue Sauce Recipe, you can make scores of different versions. So she has provided the basic recipe and 5 variations.  You should see her variations!  WHOA!  White BBQ Sauce???

There's also: 

• Orange-Tangerine BBQ Sauce

• Teriyaki-Peach BBQ Sauce Recipe

• Cherry - Chipotle BBQ Sauce

• Mesquite BBQ Sauce

And??  Oh yeah!  The basic recipe for plain old barbecue sauce! 

GO TO:  6 Unique BBQ Sauce Recipes - Delicious!

Before you go, allow me to share some fun food history about barbecue sauce.

According to the "Frugal Gourmet" (an old cooking TV show I used to watch), the Chinese get full credit for inventing barbecue.  The chef said he wasn't surprised because the Chinese invented just about the best way to cook everything!  LOL.  But!  Did they invent barbecue sauce?

Barbecue sauce has deep roots in the early practices of cooking and seasoning meat that long predate the modern bottled condiments familiar today. The term barbecue itself comes from barbacoa, a Caribbean word describing a method of slow‐cooking meat over a wooden framework—a technique Indigenous peoples used before European contact. Early sauces likely began as simple acidic bastes combining lime or citrus juices and spices to flavor and tenderize meat, with similar approaches found in Africa and the Caribbean, reflecting a blending of culinary traditions. (TastingTable)

In America, the first recorded mentions of sauces for barbecued meat appear in 17th- and 18th-century English and French writings. For example, Nouveaux Voyages aux Isles d’Amerique (1693) describes a barbecued hog basted with melted butter, cayenne, and herbs. Early Southern cooks also used vinegar-, salt-, and pepper-based sauces, especially in the Carolinas. (The Association for Dressings & Sauces)

Regional variations developed over time: South Carolina’s mustard barbecue sauce grew out of German settler traditions mixing mustard with vinegar and spices, while Kansas City-style sauces became thick, sweet, tomato-based blends. These styles eventually influenced the nationwide flavor profile of barbecue sauce. (Flavor 365)

Commercial production of barbecue sauce began in the early 20th century. The Georgia Barbecue Sauce Company advertised bottled sauce as early as 1909, and by the mid-20th century, major food companies like Heinz were selling barbecue sauce nationally. The inclusion of sugar, ketchup, and Worcestershire sauce in the 1920s and beyond helped shape the sweeter, more complex sauces that dominate today’s market. (Smokin'Ts)

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Sources:

“History of BBQ Sauce.” Dickey’s Barbecue Pit, 28 Sept. 2022, dickeys.com/press/blog/history‐of‐bbq‐sauce. (Dickey'sBarbecue Pit)

“Origins of BBQ Sauce.” Smokin’ Ts, Smokints.com, accessed 12 Jan. 2026. (Smokin'Ts)

“What Is Barbecue Sauce?” The Association for Dressings & Sauces, dressings-sauces.org/what-is-barbecue-sauce, accessed 12 Jan. 2026. (The Association for Dressings & Sauces)

“Where Did Mustard BBQ Sauce Originate?” Flavor365.com, accessed 12 Jan. 2026. (Flavor365)

Who Invented Barbecue Sauce? Chef’s Resource, chefsresource.com/who-invented-barbecue-sauce, accessed 12 Jan. 2026. (Chef's Resource)

EES shares recipes, cooking tips and all things foodie!

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Ever Pair a Drink With a Cozy Mystery Book? Make It a Holiday Tradition!

Hi, blog readers and visitors!  I'm pairing this blog post with a post from my entertainment blog titled Books: Reading List: Five (5) Popular Cozy Mysteries Published 2020 and Beyond!

Here are festive, cozy drink pairings for each book — “Sip While You Sleuth”. Have fun! 🍵📚

(AI art using CoPilot)

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🎄 The Mistletoe Mystery — Nita Prose

Drink Pairing: Classic Hot Chocolate with Peppermint

Sweet, comforting, and a little nostalgic—just like Molly Gray herself. The peppermint adds a gentle holiday twist without overpowering the cozy calm of the story.

Optional Garnish: Whipped cream + crushed candy cane
Mocktail-Friendly: Already perfect as is!

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🧶 It Came Upon a Midnight Shear — Allie Pleiter

Drink Pairing: Mulled Apple Cider

Warm spices, apples, and a hint of citrus mirror the small-town charm and crafty atmosphere of a knitting shop during the holidays.

Spice Tip: Cinnamon sticks, cloves, and orange slices

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🎅 Rest Ye Murdered Gentlemen — Vicki Delany

Drink Pairing: Eggnog (Classic or Dairy-Free)

A town that celebrates Christmas year-round deserves the most iconic holiday drink of all. Rich, indulgent, and unapologetically festive.

Flavor Boost: Nutmeg + vanilla
Lighter Option: Almond-milk eggnog with cinnamon

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📚 The Thursday Murder Club — Richard Osman

Drink Pairing: English Breakfast Tea with Milk & Honey

Comforting, traditional, and best enjoyed slowly—just like the clever conversations and gentle humor among the Thursday Murder Club members.

Upgrade Idea: Serve with shortbread or a biscotti
Evening Swap: Earl Grey or chamomile for late-night reading

Here’s a simple, comforting recipe.

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🍵 Ingredients

• 1 English Breakfast tea bag (or 1 teaspoon loose-leaf tea)
• 1 cup freshly boiled water
• 2–3 teaspoons milk (whole, oat, or your preferred type)
• 1–2 teaspoons honey (adjust to taste)

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🫖 Instructions

1. Boil water: Bring fresh water to a rolling boil.
2. Steep tea: Place the tea bag (or loose tea in an infuser) in a mug. Pour hot water over it and steep for 3–5 minutes, depending on how strong you like it.
3. Add milk: Remove the tea bag/infuser, then stir in milk.
4. Sweeten: Add honey and stir until dissolved.
5. Serve: Enjoy hot, optionally garnished with a sprinkle of cinnamon for extra warmth.

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✨ Tips

• Use whole milk for a richer taste, or oat milk for a nutty, dairy-free option.
• Adjust steeping time: shorter for a lighter cup, longer for a stronger brew.
• A dash of vanilla extract can add a cozy twist. 

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🕯️ Blackmail and Bibingka — Mia P. Manansala

Drink Pairing: Hot Coconut Latte* OR Ginger Tea

Coconut and ginger complement the Filipino holiday flavors featured in the story and pair beautifully with bibingka-inspired notes.

Fun Twist: Add a pinch of cinnamon or toasted coconut flakes
Non-Coffee Option: Ginger tea with honey and lemon

*To make it more festive, make a peppermint-coconut latte variation.  You will combine strong coffee or espresso with a heated and frothed mixture of full-fat canned coconut milk, peppermint extract, and your choice of sweetener.  Here’s a cozy, dairy-free–friendly Hot Peppermint-Coconut “Latte” — festive, comforting, and perfect for sipping while reading a holiday mystery ☕🌴🎄

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Hot Peppermint-Coconut Latte

Serves: 1
Time: 5–7 minutes

Ingredients

• ¾ cup coconut milk (full-fat for extra creaminess, or light if preferred)

• ¼ cup strong brewed coffee or espresso
  (for caffeine-free: substitute strong peppermint tea)

• ¼ tsp peppermint extract
  (start small — peppermint is powerful!)

• 1–2 tsp maple syrup, honey, or sugar (to taste)

• Pinch of salt (optional, but enhances flavor)

• Optional: pinch of vanilla extract

Toppings (Optional but Fun!)

• Whipped coconut cream

• Crushed peppermint candy or candy-cane dust

• Toasted coconut flakes

• Dark chocolate shavings

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Instructions

1. Heat the coconut milk in a small saucepan over medium-low heat until steaming (do not boil).

2. Whisk in sweetener, peppermint extract, vanilla (if using), and salt.

3. Brew coffee or espresso and pour it into your favorite mug.

4. Add the hot coconut milk mixture to the coffee.

5. Froth or whisk for extra foam, if desired.

6. Top and serve immediately — preferably with a cozy book and blanket.

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Flavor Variations

• Chocolate Peppermint Coconut Latte: Add 1 tsp cocoa powder or chocolate syrup while heating the milk.

• Extra Festive: Add a tiny pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg.

• No Coffee Version: Use hot peppermint tea or hot water instead of coffee. 

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Six (6) Benefits of Air Fryers Plus Air Fryer Bacon and Other Recipes (Reblog)

Everybody knows by now that air fryers have revolutionized home cooking. 

This nifty kitchen appliance offers a healthier alternative to traditional deep frying methods by using hot air circulation to cook food. Since the air fryer requires a fraction of the oil or sometimes none at all, that also means lower fat intake and fewer calories. The textures of the foods are still crispy, just like when food is deep-fried. Everybody also knows how expensive cooking oil is these days. At my local grocery store, a small bottle of canola oil that used to cost 98 cents sells for almost $2 these days.

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A healthier cooking option is not the only advantage or benefit of using an air fryer. There are several

1. Air fryers cook food faster and are more energy-efficient.

2. Air fryers cook a wide variety of foods. Not just traditionally fried items like French fries, chicken wings, but also baked goods. The appliances usually come with accessories like baking pans and racks, etc.

3. Air fryers are not only easy to use but also easy to clean because of the non-stick coatings on the cooking basket and accessories. Many parts are dishwasher-safe.

4. Air fryers are super safe! No worries about hazards, such as hot oil splattering and the risk of burns from handling hot oil.

5. Air fryers have precise temperature control and even heat distribution. Great for when cooking foods that don't need to be constantly monitored, and the results are often consistent.

Two things are on my gift wish list for the holiday season. One is a rice cooker, and the other is an air fryer. 

(NOTE: I'll talk rice cookers in another blog post.)

In conclusion, air fryers offer numerous benefits that appeal to health-conscious individuals, busy families, and anyone looking to simplify their cooking routine.

Reblogging link from a fellow foodie who publishes wonderful recipes via their food blog "Tasteful Tale Recipes".  These recipes are specifically for food cooked using an air fryer.  (For more air fryers recipes from this blog click here.)

Air Fryer Bacon 🥓✨

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World Cuisine : The India-Africa Cooking Connection

For me, a hearty stew has always been the ultimate family-style comfort food. Prepare a big pot, fill the bowls for family, friends, and honored guests, break bread, and chow down!! (Keep reading and you'll get the "bread" and "chow" references.)  Such a meal can unite family and friends, make strangers feel welcome, and dare I say ... connect countries?  Hey!  Nothing wrong with wishful thinking and dreams of world peace.

Indians love curry; in fact that's where it originated. Africans like peanuts; it was a food used to feed the slaves because it was an excellent source of protein. These tidbits of info gleaned from researching world cuisine, global flavors, and food history.  When the Indians and the Africans combined their food loves ... the "mix" was WOW!  Let the links shared below explain the impact.  They lead to recipes that introduce your palette to the blending of the cultures of  India and Africa in every delicious mouthful.  Not just dishes that use curry and peanuts but meals with other flavorful cultural ingredients.  It's family food, it's comfort food, it's "all kinds of deliciousness" food!! ☺

Let's Go to South Africa for Some Indian Food

Experience the flavors of Indian food in South Africa.

Indian cuisine South Africa style blends Indian and African foods

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African cuisine reflects the amalgamation of hundreds of different cultures and groups that inhabit the continent. The local culinary traditions are a fusion and it can be seen in the choice of ingredients, method of preparation and cooking techniques.

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Recipe Sharing : CHICKEN RECIPES – The Best of

Award-winning TV chef, Lidia Bastianich, says that “chicken” is the most searched for food term. There is no reason to think that fact needs to be checked out. Lots of people love chicken! Fried, stewed, baked, barbecued, grilled! There has got to be a million plus ways to prepare this delightful bird and make it taste like it's the first time you've ever eaten it! Agree?

 



What's your favorite part of the chicken? (Breasts or dark meat?)

• I like chicken thighs.

Do you also like chicken livers, gizzards, and hearts?

• If you tenderize them you can cook them in a stew with carrots, potatoes and green cabbage. It's a poor man's meal but very filling.

Do you have favorite way you like to eat chicken?

 
When people say “best of”, it's almost always purely subjective. However, for several years I have been collecting what, in my opinion is the “best” chicken recipes from wherever they can be found and as of today my Pinterest board boasts close to 600 recipes.

Here is a quick list of just a few of the best chicken dishes ever.

Jamaican Brown Stew Chicken

Yeah mon!! :)

16-Spice Fried Chicken with Mango–Red Chile Honey

Mango makes everything taste good!

 

Easy Greek Marinated Chicken

Greek Chicken with Garlic and Feta

Grilled Thai Spice Chicken Sliders

Who doesn't like Greek or Thai food? (O.o) (???)

 

Honey Jalapeno Chicken Tenders

Finger food in its finest hour!

 

Best Ever Roast Chicken

* soy sauce, red wine vinegar, brown sugar, garlic, olive oil.

Just listing the seasonings makes my mouth water.

 

Chicken Rice Casserole Sunday Supper

The mighty one-pot dish!

 

Easy Chicken Enchiladas

* use a pre-cooked rotisserie chicken.

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The mighty one pot dish!

Easy Chicken Enchiladas 

 * use a pre-cooked rotisserie chicken. 

 Said the magic word. Easy!!

Lemon Chicken Rice Soup 

Best Chicken Detox Soup 

Don't resist chicken soup! It's good for the soul! :) 

 

Lemon Chicken Rice Soup

Best Chicken Detox Soup

Don't resist chicken soup! It's good for the soul! :)

Spotlight on Food Bloggers ~ Recipes for the Holidays (or Any Day)

In 2015, I became a member of Bloggy Moms Network. It was a wonderful community, and in a previous blog post, I was happy to shine a spotlight on the members who were food bloggers. The BM Network was a great place to find recipes, cooking tips, meal ideas, and all kinds of food-related information. Unfortunately, the network no longer exists, and this blog post is being published a a replacement.

Since the holiday season is here, the first share is about preparing a wonderful and healthy “healthier” Christmas feast. And then there are a lot more foodie links that I'm sure you'll enjoy!!

45 Best Healthy Christmas Recipes! | The Clean Eating Couple

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Becoming A Farm Girl. “🛒 FORGET Meal Plans. How I Cook for a Week on $100 --No Recipes. No Waste. No Panic.” YouTube, Video, 3 June 2025, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MvOT-S0ctLo.

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Colorful Bow Tie Pork | Harried Housewife Blog

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Soup for Thanksgiving! | Adriana's Best Recipes

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Every Thanksgiving, I want all the pies! There are so many delicious pies to enjoy: Pumpkin Pie, Pecan Pie, Cherry Pie, Apple Crumb Pie, and don't forget pumpkin cheesecake and all the other desserts that come with Thanksgiving.  OK!  I like rolls too.

• One-Pan Mini Thanksgiving Pies Three Ways | The BakerMama  
• Mini Pies for the Holidays | Two Sisters

• Pumpkin Bread Rolls with Cinnamon Butter | Handle the Heat

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Apple Pecan Chia Pudding – #SecretRecipeClub
(Dessert for breakfast? No wonder it's a secret!)

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Moist And Fluffy Sweet Potato Dinner Rolls Recipe (+VIDEO)

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Mini Sweet Potato Cakes with Sticky Caramel Sauce | Cooking With Carlee

Hope you enjoy your holidays and every day before and after.

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