Sustainable & Creative Living
Looking for the perfect healthy snack you won’t feel guilty about indulging in this summer? Check out this recipe for the yummiest Low Carb Strawberries and Cream Jello Cups. It’s made with sugar-free Jello, Greek yogurt, and fresh sliced strawberries. The best part is, it’s easy to make and you can keep them in the fridge for a quick and refreshing treat whenever you need one.
Flavored Ice Cubes are a great way to spice up just about any summer drink. When they melt, they not only add extra flavor to your drink but they also make your drink look so pretty! There are endless flavor combinations but some of my favorite are right here in this post!
If you’re tired of plain water, this Watermelon Mint Infused Water recipe is an amazingly refreshing alternative that will keep you hydrated all summer long. It’s easy to make and the result is a naturally sweetened water that’s full of flavor, antioxidants, and has a great aroma too!
Looking to add a little flare to your 4th of July party? These Red, White, and Blue Jello Shots are sure to be a hit! They’re easy to make and look so festive with the three colors of the American flag. The best part is they’re not too difficult to make and don’t require a lot of ingredients. And if you make them the night before your party, you won’t have to spend all day preparing them!
If you’re like me, you’re already thinking about 4th of July party snacks. These American Flag Graham Crackers are so easy to make and so festive. And they’re the perfect patriotic treat for kids to help assemble. All you need are graham crackers, strawberries, blueberries, and Cool Whip. And they’re so much better than anything that comes pre-packaged. If you’re looking for the perfect snack to take to your next 4th of July get-together or to serve at your own party, I highly recommend these American Flag Graham Crackers.
My favorite part of the 4th of July is all of the fun food! These festive and patriotic Red White & Blue Strawberry Jello Bites are a fun treat for both adults and children. They’re super easy to make and they look so cute on a serving platter!
Looking for a cute Halloween pre-trick or treat snack? Or even a Halloween party snack? These Halloween Bat cookies are so tasty and easy to make you’ll be making them all season!
Every Halloween I like to make the day a little extra fun by finding crafts, snacks, and games to entertain my son and the neighbor kids. The day doesn’t have to be just about trick or treating, especially if Halloween falls on a weekend. [Read more…]
Calling all team moms!! If you’re looking to put that special mom touch on your kids’ sports snacks then check out these fun and yummy After Game Snacks for Kids Sports. Make them memorable- add team colors, an inspirational note, and yummy snacks to fill they’re little bellies after a hard game!
My 8-year-old just started flag football and I’ve come to learn that each week a different family helps support the team by providing the after-game snacks. Knowing my turn as snack provider was coming, I scoped out previous snack bringers and thought maybe I should just go with the norm- fruit and chips in a zip-lock bag. Although I knew that would be the easiest thing to do, the crafter in me just couldn’t bring myself to settle on the norm. I just had to find a way to put my special mom touch on every bag. [Read more…]
My son is obsessed with Nutella! If you follow our Instagram stories, you know he eats a peanut butter and Nutella sandwich almost every day! Which is why I knew he’d love these Easy Nuttela Croissants. They’re the perfect afterschool snack or after-dinner treat.
These Easy Nutella Croissants are so easy and delicious that you’ll be thanking me all day. I paired them with a side of fresh fruit and served them as an afterschool snack and my 7-year-old just loved them- we both did! [Read more…]
It’s 85° and officially Fall in Florida! I know what you’re thinking…85°?! But yes, as soon as the temperature drops below 90° we break out our favorite Fall recipes, and that includes this yummy Hamburger Soup.
Soup is always a favorite meal in the Fall and Winter for most people. Even for Floridians like me! There’s something about the feeling of good hearty food that warms your bones when it’s cold outside. That feeling of warmth spreads all over and immediate satisfaction through food is achieved. [Read more…]
It’s pumpkin season and I’m here for it! For the past few years, I’v been obsessed with this Pillsbury Quick Pumpkin Bread mix. It makes pumpkin bread and muffins so much easier to make in a hurry without compromising taste. Check out these delicious Pumpkin Streusel Muffins and thank me later!
I use this same quick bread mix to make Pumpkin Cheesecake Bites so you can check out that post here. Since the Pillsbury mix is so easy to work with, I wanted to try a different pumpkin recipe and let me tell you that these Pumpkin Streusel Muffins do not disappoint! They have the perfect amount of pumpkin flavor and sweetness to satisfy any pumpkin craving.
Burrito bowls are one of our favorite go-to meals, especially on busy work and school nights where we don’t have a lot of time to cook. This Copycat Chipotle Burrito Bowl is the perfect family meal you can serve without all the hassle of cooking but still feel great about feeding your family a well rounded meal.
This Copycat Chipotle Burrito Bowl is an easy and healthy meal your whole family will love, but it still takes a little planning. If you’re using frozen chicken, prep by defrosting it the night before. You can even make the rice and chop the tomatoes to save time in the morning.
Have you ever wanted s’mores in the middle of summer, when starting an outdoor fire is almost laughable?! Or when those late night cravings hit right around you know what time of the month! If you’re answer is yes to both or just one then you’ve got to check out this crazy easy Oven-Baked S’mores Skillet dip that will knock your socks off! [Read more…]
