Spiced Banana-Oat Smoothie with Blackstrap Molasses

October 24, 2012

I’m spicing things up today by guest posting over at Modern Alternative Kitchen, sharing my newly-found love for blackstrap molasses and a recipe for this wholesome and scrumptious smoothie. What began as casual research on a little-used ingredient has led to me now eating it nearly every day. Be sure to check out my post to find out what makes blackstrap molasses so amazing! And for your cooking pleasure…here are even more ideas for how to incorporate this superfood into your diet: Mimi’s Molasses Crinkles from Heather’s Dish Molasses Spice Granola from A Full Measure of Happiness Molasses Fennel Rye Bread …

Homemade Baby Food

July 14, 2012

Time has flown, and in just a few more weeks, our sweet Elijah will be halfway to his first birthday. What a joy this boy is with his wide grin and bright eyes and snuggly disposition. Markedly different from his reserved sister, he is tenacious, active, and…hungry. We started solid food as a trial last week, and it was instantly a hit. The first day he ate half a cup of pureed sweet potatoes, then just a few days later, an entire mashed banana was consumed in a single sitting. With Eowyn, we relied heavily on store-bought baby food, mostly …

Overnight Oats, Two Ways

February 16, 2012

My, how time has flown! Our sweet Elijah is 2 ½ weeks old and growing like a weed. He’s strong and healthy, and my heart is filled with gratitude that he could be part of our family. While the joys of this phase are numerous, so are the challenges. The honeymoon period has come to an end, and we are now figuring out how to juggle the needs of an active toddler and a very hungry boy. More change looms on the horizon as Dan prepares to take a job at a new company at the end of this month. …

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Spiced Banana-Oat Smoothie with Blackstrap Molasses

Homemade Baby Food

Overnight Oats, Two Ways