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What’s the first word that comes to mind when you think of Valentine’s Day? Love, hearts, cards, red? For me, it’s definitely chocolate! As a kid I loved waking up to find that little red heart full of chocolates waiting for me on the dining room table, and the truth is, I wouldn’t be disappointed […]
Read MoreWhat? Only 3 ingredients to make delicious and healthy cookies? These Banana Oat Chocolate Chip Cookies are so good that one batch with 4 people in the house is not enough. I put the plate on the table and in no time they were gone.
Read MoreGrowing up my mom did a great job of trying to instill healthy eating habits in my brother, sister, and I. Her philosophy was all about moderation – balanced meals, and limits when it came to snacks. However, that snack cabinet was full of all kinds of not-so-good for you things: chips, cookies, those pre-packaged […]
Read MoreI know, I know what you are thinking. How could Black Bean Brownies be any good? Well, I have to tell you something this healthier dessert is my new favorite and I guarantee your kids will love it, too! (But, you do not have to tell them there is black beans in it, unless you […]
Read MoreHappy Friday! So, I had a different post written up for today, but I made a split second decision to change it up because these AVOCADO BROWNIES are too good to keep to myself! I found this recipe over at FrugalMomeh.com and have been meaning to give it a try for a while now. I […]
Read MoreThe day after Thanksgiving is full of relaxation, shopping, and lots and lots of leftovers! My fridge is filled to the brim with leftover turkey, stuffing, potatoes, all that good stuff. Does anyone else plan how much food they are going to cook to make sure there are plenty of leftovers to go around? Lunch […]
Read MoreIn our house we LOVE pancakes, and this time of year we are all about PUMPKIN PANCAKES 🥞 I know mornings are often the busiest time of day, at least in our house anyway, so I am always looking for healthy and delicious breakfasts that are quick and easy. These pumpkin pancakes definitely fit the […]
Read MoreBareburger Plainview is our new favorite place to enjoy a family weekend breakfast. Â All the food is organic and some of the best breakfast food we have had in a long time. Also, let me not forget to mention that kids eat FREE till September 30th, 2017 with an accompanying adult. You will be so […]
Read MoreLooking to go Apple Picking on Long Island? We have some great places listed below where you can Pick Your Own and enjoy a lot of FALL family activities at our local farms. Please call any of the farms below before heading out to make sure they have fruit available for picking!
Read MoreA great way to cool off on the hot summer days. “Natural fruit is yummy and sweet and no need to add sugar for a delicious snack.”- says Erika Burdick of B. Fit Long Island
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