Roasted and Spicy Pumpkin Seeds...

If you're new here, you may want to subscribe to my RSS feed For fun new recipes and articles to help you become a Gourmet too. Thanks for visiting! Ingredients: 1 1/3 cup pumpkin seeds, cleaned and rinsed 1 tsp salt 1 tsp crushed red pepper ½ tsp black pepper 2 tsp garlic powder Instructions: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. In a bowl, combine the pumpkin seeds with the spices. Place the pumpkin seeds on a baking tray,...

Stewed Rhubarb Applesauce...

If your looking for a change to the normal applesauce,  this recipe will change things up for you a little and the kiddos will love it. Perfect for lunches Stewed Rhubarb Applesauce What You Need: 4 c fresh rhubarb, cut into 1/2 in chunks 2 apples, peeled and chopped 2 tbsp granulated sugar substitute 1 c water 2 tbsp unsalted butter 1 tsp. vanilla How to Make It: Place the rhubarb into a large sauce pan. Add the...

Saucy Cinnamon Apple Cocktail...

Every once in a while we are wanting something special to add to our lunch menu.  This is a yummy option What You Need: 1 TBSP lemon juice 2 C apple juice 2 cinnamon sticks 1/2 tsp. grated lemon peel 1/4 tsp. salt 2 Red Delicious apples, cored, peeled and diced 1 1/2 C pineapple chunks, in their own juice 1 orange, peeled and sectioned How to Make It: Pour the lemon juice and the apple juice together in a large...

Yummy Maple and Spice Snack Mix...

Often times I sit and want just a small snack to keep on my desk while I am tying away something that is yummy and not too fattening. I like having a bowl of something to just grab and snack on while I work. And I am sure you know that fresh veggies don’t always cut it or curb that sugar need.  So this little mix helps cover that need. Maple and Spice Snack Mix What You Need: 1/4 c sugar free pancake syrup 2 tbsp...