Creamy, frothy Orange Julius drinks are a fun food memory that most of us share. No food says ‘I’m awake!’ quite like the iconic combination of orange and vanilla. My kids were thrilled when I introduced them to this fun memory from my childhood. I’ve added pineapple to our version, because in my world, pineapple makes everything even better. The pineapple adds a little tropical flair that makes your taste buds wake right up....
This fruit-filled dairy-free Pineapple Orange Smoothie is perfect with breakfast or as a snack any time throughout the day. If the gray skies of January have you dreaming of warm summer days, mix up a batch of smoothies this morning and your mood is sure to improve! Pineapple Orange Smoothie The sweetness of the fruit is balanced nicely with the slightly tart pineapple in this drink. Without adding more than a hint of coconut flavor,...
Strawberry Blueberry Banana Smoothie brings summertime straight to your glass. Sweet and creamy, this good-for-you smoothie is an easy way to start your day or refuel in the afternoon. My family loves smoothies. I make smoothies several times a week either with our breakfasts or as snacks. Pink, purple, green, blue, brown, they come in countless colors and flavors. Strawberry Smoothies and Blueberry Banana Smoothies are...
Cafe con Leche is a creamy hot drink made with espresso and milk. I enjoy mine lightly sweetened, but many people prefer it unsweetened. It’s easier to make than you might think and you don’t need a fancy countertop espresso machine to make it. A few years ago, my sister Jenny vacationed in Spain with her husband. They both returned home with a love for Spanish Cafe con Leche. Barefeet In The Kitchen creator video with Mary...
With your eyes closed, you would never guess this is a green smoothie. I’m a huge fan of green smoothies and I make them more frequently than any other kind. However, even I was surprised by the way the bananas and peanut butter disguised the spinach in this particular smoothie. This smoothie was thick, creamy and absolutely delicious.
Crab cakes with Dungeness crab are a treat! They can be a little delicate, so a chill in the fridge before frying helps them from falling apart while frying. Crab cakes, anyone? Here in the Pacific Northwest we have Dungeness crabs. They're ginormous compared to their East Coast Maryland crab brethren, typically weighing in between 1 1/2 and 2 1/2 pounds apiece. In California, they're in season in the winter, though further North you can...
