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Cranberry Orange Muffins

January 12, 2019

During the winter season I enjoy baking muffins on a Saturday morning.  This recipe is a favorite of mine.  I try to bake with healthier flours if possible.  I apologize for not having pictures that are step by step, but honestly it’s a very easy recipe to follow. I hope you love these as much… Read More Cranberry Orange Muffins

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Apple Pie Filling to Can

September 27, 2018

The fall season brings lots of apples.  Apple season is so much fun and there are many things you can make to preserve them for the winter months.  Apple Pie Filling is a favorite for my family.  We not only use it for apple pie but also for apple crisp, pancake topping, and cheese cake… Read More Apple Pie Filling to Can

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Cinnamon Crunchy Granola

September 17, 2018

Fall is approaching quickly and this is when I get excited about making things with cinnamon, nutmeg, clove, and pumpkin!   Fall is a beautiful time of year in Ohio.  So, I decided to make some granola today with cinnamon.  There are many benefits to eating cinnamon.  I won’t go into details on this but you… Read More Cinnamon Crunchy Granola

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Canning Delicious Raspberry Pie Filling

September 15, 2018

  If you are new to canning, I recommend making and canning pie filling because it is super easy and delicious.  Sometimes canning may seem overwhelming but honestly, if you start with the easier things you will realize it’s not that difficult.  We were blessed with some raspberries that a friend of my parents gave… Read More Canning Delicious Raspberry Pie Filling

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How to Harvest Mint Tea

September 6, 2018

Did you know that growing your own tea is so simple?  You do not need a green thumb to grow this Mint Tea!  I promise, it’s so easy.  You start by either getting some from a friend who has been growing it or you can purchase a small plant at the greenhouse.   It’s cheap to… Read More How to Harvest Mint Tea

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Healthy Finger Jello Recipe

March 28, 2018

Making finger jello from scratch is actually very easy.  I stopped buying the box jello mix because I wasn’t happy with all the food coloring and artificial flavors that the companies add.    Here is a very quick and easy recipe!  This is a big batch.  It is prefect for a 9 x 13 pan.  You… Read More Healthy Finger Jello Recipe

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Easy and Delicious Homemade Coconut Milk

March 12, 2018

I love coconut milk.   Buying coconut milk is convenient but can get pricey after a while.   I decided to try making my own and I really love it.  It is as easy as 123 to make your own!  It only takes 4 simple ingredients!  Yes, that is it!   Homemade Coconut Milk 1-1/2 to 2… Read More Easy and Delicious Homemade Coconut Milk

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Hickory Smoked with Dried Beef Cheese Ball Recipe!

December 28, 2017

There is something about eating a really good cheese ball with crackers during the holidays.  Cheese balls are not always the healthiest but I say once in a while is ok.  Lets be real here!  Who can eat healthy all the time?  I was at a local bulk food store the one day and I… Read More Hickory Smoked with Dried Beef Cheese Ball Recipe!

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Chocolate Mint Protein Bars

October 29, 2017

These are great for a holiday treat!  They have a wonderful chocolate taste with a hint of mint!  So delicious! 1 C.   Whole Dates (chop in food processor) 1/4 C.  chai Seeds 1/4 C.    Whole Flaxseed 1/2 C.    Unsweetened Coconut Flakes 1/4 C.   Gluten Free Organic Whole Oats 1/4 C.   Gluten Free Organic Oat Flour… Read More Chocolate Mint Protein Bars

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Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Protein Balls

October 29, 2017

My family loves these protein balls.  They are simple yet delicious! 1/2 C.    Pumpkin Spice Protein Powder (I use Isagenix brand) 1/2 C.    Vanilla IsaPro Protein Powder (I use Isagenix brand) 1/2 C.    Gluten Free Organic Whole Oats (I grind to make a flour) 1 Tsp.    Pumpkin Pie Spice 1/4 C.    Mini Chocolate Chips… Read More Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Protein Balls

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Hi! My name is Gina. I am a wife and mom of 3 wonderful kids. I am a follower of Christ and I try to be a light in this dark world. My passions are helping others to become healthy, eating clean, exercising, gardening, flowers, painting, sewing, canning, and cooking. I am not perfect in this thing called life but I try to do my best and let it go. Life is too short to be negative and grouchy. I say find your passion and learn what you can!

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