Homemade food is the perfect gift. It is genuine, heartfelt, and not overly expensive. Personally, I would much rather receive a gift that someone made than one they went out and purchased. With our hectic schedules, making gifts can be time-consuming, but gifts from our kitchen are fun to make, taste better than store-bought, and more importantly, say something from our heart. Continue reading “3 Delicious Edible Gifts for Friends & Family”
3 Delicious Edible Gifts for Friends & Family
December 15th, 2020 by Paula Gallagher
Thanksgiving will probably look different for a lot of us this year. A little less grand, a few less people… but that doesn’t mean the food needs to be any less delicious. And whether you celebrate with a small turkey, a tofurkey or no turkey, there are many healthy and delicious food choices to meet everyone’s tastes. For me, Thanksgiving isn’t complete without cranberry sauce. I feel that one cannot really enjoy turkey or tofurkey without a side of that tangy fruit. 
Halloween is over, but you may still have a pumpkin or two hanging around. Pumpkins aren’t just for decor. The pulp and the seeds can be made into an array of different recipes. So before you put your pumpkin in the compost, think about all the yummy things you could make from it. We have even provided some great recipes!
A steaming hot bowl of oatmeal is THE ultimate cold weather food. And not only are oats comforting, they are also very good for you. They are loaded with vitamins and minerals like phosphorus, thiamine, immune-boosting 
Whether your kids are homeschooling, virtual learning or in class learning, I bet that snacks are a big part of the day. Snacks can make up the majority of your child’s calories, so making sure that they are nutritious is important. With the abundance of commercially processed, high sugar and brightly colored foods available, it can be hard to teach kids about more natural, satisfying options. So when preparing snacks, combine nutritious food with a fun presentation that your kids will enjoy! 
