A type of spongy pastry from Spain similar to a muffin, but flatter, Mantecadas are soft and delicious, best eaten at breakfast with a hot drink. One of the best reasons to take a trip to the Latino market is so that you can stand in front of the huge case of fresh rolls and[Read More…]
Archives for July 2023
Mantecadas Muffins
Keto Brussels Sprouts in Pecan Butter
Keto Brussels Sprouts in Pecan Butter is a delicious and simple side that is perfect to serve up to your favorite protein. Keto Brussels Sprouts with Pecan Butter. I’m not really sure I can identify my favorite word in that last sentence – I just love them all. I absolutely love this recipe and it’s[Read More…]
Tropical Pineapple Spritzer
Tropical Pineapple Spritzer: Grab a taste of the tropics from the comfort of your home! Learn how to put it together with just a few, simple ingredients. in five minutes or less! Every now and[Read More…]
Natural Homemade Belly Butter for Pregnant Mamas
Natural homemade belly butter stirs up in just minutes using simple ingredients that are wonderful for pregnant and postpartum mamas!
Slow Cooker Ravioli Lasagna
Slow Cooker Ravioli Lasagna – an easy, kid friendly dinner idea that comes together with minimal effort and lots of great flavor! With five kids at home, I’m always looking for a good crock recipe – and this slow cooker ravioli lasagna doesn’t disappoint! This lasagna comes together so easily with just a few ingredients,[Read More…]
Gluten Free Lemon Dream Cake
This light and fluffy Lemon Dream Cake is the perfect gluten-free dessert to welcome spring and is the perfect way to celebrate a birthday! It’s lemon season, y’all… and has been here in Phoenix for the last few months. Don’t you just love having the ability to walk in the backyard and pick fresh lemons[Read More…]
Homemade Dishwasher Detergent DIY
Easy DIY Homemade Dishwasher Detergent made with just a few simple, non-toxic ingredients – this stuff works incredible and is so inexpensive to make!
Spiked Strawberry Mint Lemonade
Deliciously refreshing Spiked Strawberry Mint Lemonade – a twist on traditional lemonade that’s perfect for summer entertaining and get togethers! Pickles and lemonade are two things that come to mind when I think of hot, sunny weather and the onset of summer. Maybe not together (ew!) but separate – absolutely! Think summer entertaining – BBQ’s[Read More…]
Watermelon Mint Cocktail
Relax and cool off this summer with this deliciously easy Watermelon Mint Cocktail – so easy to put together with a few simple ingredients! Who doesn’t love Watermelon? Watermelon is the epitome of summer – agree? I remember being a kid and riding in the back of the pickup in our little country farm town.[Read More…]
The Best Essential Oils for your Garden
The best essential oils for your garden, including companion planting with essential oils and essential oils that attract pollinators. If you didn’t already know, essential oils can be an incredibly important part of your gardening efforts. While it might be easier to turn to chemicals that are sold on store shelves, they are far from[Read More…]
3 Ways to Eliminate Earwigs Naturally
Earwigs crawling around in your bathroom or kitchen at night can scare the living daylights out of you – or anyone, once the lights are turned on. Find out how to eliminate earwigs naturally!