You are here: Home / Archives for cream

A Dessert’s Best Friend: Homemade Whipped Cream

March 19, 2012 By Leave a Comment
whipped cream 2

Make homemade whipped cream using a hand mixer, stand mixer, or by hand.

Who doesn't love dessert? I am a baker and am constantly looking for new ways to take my desserts over-the-top. I have found the key to turning an okay dessert into an exceptionally tasty treat: homemade whipped cream. Adding a dollop of homemade whipped cream to a dessert can make it all the more mouth watering. Homemade whipped cream is so simple to make and puts CoolWhip to shame. Another plus is it is naturally gluten-free, so if you are on a gluten-free diet you can whip away. Here is my ... Continue Reading

Join the forum discussion on this post
Filed Under: Home & Food, Recipes Tagged With: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , ,

Changes for a Healthier Holiday

December 22, 2011 By 17 Comments
hot chocolate

Try these yummy alternatives to traditional ingredients for a healthier holiday.

The holiday season is a busy time and sometimes we moms do things because that's what we've always done. However, incorporating healthy holiday habits can be easy and better for your family. Some easy examples of healthier holiday habits are : Toss the Tub The whipped cream in the tub seems to be a holiday staple, it always was with us. It never occurred to me to make my own, or that I could. On my quest for healthier living and eating, I (and many others) have discovered that you can make ... Continue Reading

Join the forum discussion on this post
Filed Under: Holidays, Recipes Tagged With: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , ,

Make Your Own Art Supplies

October 21, 2011 By Leave a Comment
finger painting

With these at home recipes, you can make your own art supplies from items in the cupboard.

Sometimes it's more fun, feasible, and less-expensive to make your own art supplies, rather than running to the local store and stocking up again when your kids use the last bit of finger paint. Recently I hosted four little boys at my house and had to rely on my make-it-from-scratch skills. I was able to whip up homemade art supplies (some that are even edible) and they were a hit. These art supplies recipes can be made in only a few minutes, and you can get your children involved: Edible ... Continue Reading

Join the forum discussion on this post
Filed Under: Crafts, Parenting Tagged With: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , ,