Recipes

What’s So Great about Gelatin?

Last week, I shared a few recipes for Healthy Gummy Treats.  They’re a new favorite around here–easy to make, fun to eat and good for you, too. I’m guessing, however, that the average American family doesn’t just happen to have a canister of gelatin–a key ingredient in Healthy Gummy Treats as well as Homemade Marshmallows–hanging around in the…

Nut-Free Pesto

Are you growing basil?  Is it going crazy right about now?  Our basil is growing like gang busters! The other day I asked Mr. Native Texan to pick some basil for a canning recipe, but I neglected to specify the amount.  Oops. You know what happened, right?  

Healthy Gummy Treats

  Recently, I shared our nifty new idea of serving lunch in a muffin tin.  Did you notice the pink, heart-shaped gummy treats in those pictures?  They’re a new favorite around here. My boys love them because they’re yummy and fun to eat.  I love them because they’re super healthy! They’re also perfect for our This-n-That…

New LunchBots Dots Snap-on Lid Covers {dishwasher-safe}

Stainless steel divided LunchBots containers are my favorite way to pack meals on the go, sans plastic. Even though we homeschool, we still use these durable bento boxes multiple times each week.  They’re perfect for picnics, meals in the car and more!  I absolutely love them!

Carrot Banana Muffins

These Carrot Banana Muffins are one of my new favorite grab-and-go breakfast items.

Affordable Organics Coming to Walmart

Have you heard the news?  Walmart will be introducing a new line of affordable organic products at select stores nationwide.  The mega retailer is joining forces with ex-Whole-Foods brand Wild Oats to offer a variety of organics at Walmart’s typical low prices.

Save 15% on Real Meat from US Wellness Meats

Have you tried the wonderful “real meat” products from US Wellness Meats?  It’s one of my favorite sources for high quality meats.  See below for our list of favorites from this award-winning company. Through the end of the day today [Tuesday, April 1st], you can get 15% off your entire order

How to Make Multiple Batches of Broth From the Same Bones

Homemade bone broth is a superfood.  Making your own broth is one of the easiest, least expensive and most nutritious ways to boost your Real Food intake. Have you tried it?  The process might seem a bit intimidating at first, but once you get the hang of it it’s really pretty simple.

Dairy-Free Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Ice Cream

  It does seem kind of strange to be thinking of ice cream with snow on the ground outside, but I’ve been wanting to experiment with an ice cream maker for some time now.  When a friend offered me the $50 Cuisinart Ice-20 she spotted at a thrift store for $9, I said “yes, please”!

Banana Dippers: Easy Gluten-Free Dessert

Here’s a fun and easy idea for a special treat that your whole family will love: Banana Dippers. Banana Dippers are like the humble country cousin of the more dignified Chocolate Fondue: something yummy dipped in melted chocolate.  Plus, they make an easy gluten-free dessert.