Homemade Corn Syrup

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Ever find yourself in the middle of baking, sure that you have enough corn syrup and find out that low and behold you are either out or do not have quite enough for your recipe? Me Too! This is a perfect substitution for store-bought corn syrup! Let me first try to answer a few questions you … Read more

Make Your Own Banana Chips

Make Your Own Banana Chips

Did you ever want to make your own banana chips and weren’t sure exactly how, or have you tried your own and wondered why they didn’t turn out just like the store bought? I will show you how to make your own, and tell you why they won’t be exactly like the store bought. Let’s … Read more

Painless Pizza Crust

Pizza Dough

This pizza dough is so unbelievably easy to make, it’s our staple go to: yeast, honey, flour, olive oil and salt + 15 minutes I am proud to present to you: quick easy pizza dough. And I really, truly mean that. This is a go-to staple in our house, a recipe that we make at least … Read more

Lemon Yogurt Cake

Lemon Yogurt Cake

If you’re after a lemon cake, then look no further! This lemon yogurt cake is moist and dense and its sweet, sticky syrup is the icing on the cake. Literally. I love lemon anything. Lemon cookies, lemon curd, lemon meringue pie and lemon cakes are just some of the ways I enjoy eating lemons. Oh, … Read more

Applesauce Bran Muffins

Applesauce Bran Muffins

This was originally a recipe with butter or oil, this healthier option uses applesauce instead of butter. These muffins are more rich, moist and dense! These are great for breakfast or a snack and they’re always a big hit with company too! If there are left overs freeze them and take them out for a … Read more

Homemade Vanilla Extract

Ever wonder how to make your own vanilla extract? If you’re like me you assumed that “pure vanilla extract” was simply that, you might be surprised. Some brands use high fructose corn syrup to sweeten their “pure” extract, which to me just seems a little.. ugh. (We try to limit, as much as possible, an … Read more

Healthy Homemade Tortillas

Homemade Tortillas

This tortilla recipe couldn’t be any more simple. All it takes is just a few ingredients that you’re bound to have and about 10 minutes. No resting, rising or complicated equipment aside from a flat surface and a rolling pin. If you have a big Kitchen Aid mixer, throw the ingredients in the with the dough … Read more

Homemade Arepas

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Homemade Arepas Because yeast and bread flour don’t always agree with everyone, bread replacements that taste like the real deal, yet are easy to make and are cost-effective are in increasingly high demand. Two minutes of gluten filled pleasure can give someone 2 hours of stomach-ache, so some people need to be very careful with … Read more

DIY Gift Idea Aromatherapy Shower Disc

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DIY Gift Idea: Aromatherapy Shower Disc Shower discs are great for lots of reasons. They’re inexpensive, easy to make and can be customized to suit a number of ailments or needs.  Shower discs can help you relax after a stressful day, energize in the morning or help you alleviate some seasonal discomfort in your sinuses. … Read more