almond milk

Blackberry Barley Breakfast Bake

May 1, 2012
Thumbnail image for Blackberry Barley Breakfast Bake

Really great things can happen when there is an abundance of one ingredient on hand. I had cooked up a great big batch of barley and only needed a small amount for a lunch box recipe. Immediately I went into breakfast mode and came up with this super tasty breakfast bake! Do you ever have [...]

44 comments Read the full article →

Tropical Papaya Strawberry Avocado Shake

April 8, 2012
Thumbnail image for Tropical Papaya Strawberry Avocado Shake

The nice thing about making milkshakes is the great amount of fun you can have experimenting with different flavor combinations. We whipped up two shakes in a row. The first had just papaya and strawberries. For the second one I threw in half an avocado for kicks. Both shakes were super tasty. Do you ever [...]

47 comments Read the full article →

Chocolate Lover’s Skinny Milkshake

March 11, 2012
Thumbnail image for Chocolate Lover’s Skinny Milkshake

Can I tell you a little secret? It was virtually dark outside when I took these photos. I was determined to satisfy a BIG chocolate craving and shoot some quick photos for this post. Both needs were met. Thankfully the pictures look sunny, bright and happy with the last glimmer of natural light. No artificial [...]

51 comments Read the full article →

Saffron Pear Baked Oatmeal

October 19, 2011
Thumbnail image for Saffron Pear Baked Oatmeal

Have you ever had baked oatmeal? If yes then you are part of a club. A very important club of exclusive folks who know how addictive this is. I cannot believe this is breakfast because really it could replace dessert for me. The saffron puts an elegant twist on a classic bowl of oats. Ready [...]

252 comments Read the full article →

Watermelon Frozen Yogurt Popsicles

July 27, 2010
Thumbnail image for Watermelon Frozen Yogurt Popsicles

Anyone out there remember Dannon Frozen Yogurt Pops from back in the 80′s? Or was it the 70′s? I think I am starting to date myself. Anyway, I used to love those frozen treats. They were different from anything else in the ice cream aisle. They were creamy, sweet, tangy and dreamy. They were the [...]

56 comments Read the full article →

Frappuccino Style Frozen Coffee Shake

November 17, 2009

I love this coffee shake all year round.  It gives a little coffee buzz and of course you could also make it de-caf if you wish. This icy treat is reminiscent to everyone’s favorite Starbucks Frappuccino, but it is a heck of a lot cheaper and kinder to the waistline. You can make it in seconds [...]

12 comments Read the full article →