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  • FEATURED,  RECIPES GALORE

    Apple Zucchini Muffins! The Best Muffin You Will Ever Make!

    01/02 /4 Comments

    I have made a ton of zucchini bread and muffins with different variations and have finally found THE BEST EVER! I have made this twice this week already and have requests for more. This recipe is perfect consistency, flavor and balance of spice with sweet. Of course you can always substitute things such as sugar, oil and spices like cinnamon but as this one is it really is perfect! This year I was blessed to use zucchini from my garden and it was amazing! I added an apple to the mix and I can’t begin to tell you how good these are! I made some with walnuts and some with…

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    5 Family-Friendly Day Trips To Enjoy This Fall

    10/27 /1 Comment

    As the weather gets colder and the days get shorter, it’s the perfect time to start planning some fun day trips for the whole family to enjoy before the winter arrives and ruins the fun. So here are five ideas to get you started:     Via Pexels 1. Visit A Nearby State Park. Fall is a great time to explore the great outdoors, and what better way to do that than by visiting a state park? Many state parks offer hiking trails, fishing, canoeing, and other outdoor activities that the whole family can enjoy. Be sure to check the park’s website in advance to find out what amenities are…

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    Healthy Foods to Add to Your Diet

    10/12 /3 Comments

    We have all heard the phrase ‘an apple a day keeps the doctor away’, and the fact of the matter is, healthy eating does keep the doctor away. Food can be seen as a form of medication. Indeed, in certain circumstances, a different diet is given to help people become well again. Type two diabetes is one example of this. But what food should we be adding to our diet? To help you choose, here are a few examples:   Image from Pixabay   Apples Let’s start with apples. Yes, apples are a great food to add to your diet. You can eat them raw, straight off the tree, or…

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    Vintage Cookbook Desserts!

    10/12 /No Comments

    Found a vintage cookbook at my mama in laws and can’t wait to try some of these treasures!  

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  • FEATURED

    Fall Bucket List!

    09/26 /No Comments

    Fall is hands down my favorite season and I am a huge fan of anything that embraces it. What’s not to love? Football, cooler weather, pumpkins, apples, bonfires, cozy blankets and the list goes on! I also love leaf looking and now that we are back in the South will definitely be heading to the mountains! Enjoy every minute of the fall season with these must- do activities! [supsystic-gallery id=’1′] Take a look at my Facebook for events in Georgia and North Carolina! Get out there and enjoy this wonderful fall season!

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    Apple Recipes to Make After a Trip to the Orchard

    09/24 /No Comments

    So you went apple picking this weekend and you’re wondering what in the world you’re going to do with this freshly picked bushel. The best idea: Start with this list of apple recipes right here. Whether you like them sweet or savory, there are tons of ways to put different types of apples to good use. Try chopping them up for a crisp harvest salad or bake them into an apples zucchini bread. You can even pair the sweet-tart flavor of apples with pork or chicken for comforting fall dinner recipe during the week. This is a vintage recipe from Mrs. Cecil Jordan. Another fantastic vintage recipe!

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  • For Lil One's,  RECIPES GALORE

    Zucchini & Apple Puree Stage 2 Purée

    09/07 /No Comments

    🥒🍎 A Sweet, Simple Stage 2 Purée Your Baby Will Love When you find a combo that’s both nutritious and naturally sweet, you make it on repeat — and this Zucchini and Apple Purée has been a favorite in our house. It’s gentle on tiny tummies, packed with vitamins, and perfect for babies transitioning into Stage 2 blends. The best part? It takes just a few ingredients and only a few minutes to whip up! 🧡 Why This Purée Works for Stage 2 Introduces new flavor combos Easy to digest Naturally sweet without added sugar Smooth, silky texture Freezer-friendly for easy meal prep 🍽 Ingredients 1 apple (sweet varieties like…

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