Total Health: through whole foods, family activities, saving money, and more

Total Health: through whole foods, family activities, saving money, and more

Category: Food

Cream Cheese Party Dip

Cream Cheese Party Dip

Cream cheese party dip is a recipe I have been making a looooong time. I recall being in church youth group in the early ’80s and having one of the kind, generous youth sponsor women–a lady named Cynthia–bring this dip to an event. She said, […]

Swedish Tea Ring

Swedish Tea Ring

I started making Swedish tea ring when the kids were young. Soon it became a tradition every year for Christmas. It’s such a pretty bread with a touch of sweetness. And the date filling reminds me of my grandma! If you enjoy making special foods […]

Basil Pesto Sauce

Basil Pesto Sauce

basil pesto sauce, top view

Thanksgiving Pilgrim Hats

Thanksgiving Pilgrim Hats

This Pilgrim Hats recipe has been a part of our Thanksgiving ever since the kids were little. It’s such a cute addition to any Thanksgiving menu. And kids many times prefer these treats to more grownup desserts like pumpkin pie. Serve alongside Quick Holiday Sweet […]

Quick Holiday Sweet Bread

Quick Holiday Sweet Bread

When I was young, I vividly remember a special holiday sweet bread my aunt used to make for Thanksgiving. Chock full of delicious add-ins, this bread soon became something I would look forward to, come holiday time. Fast forward to my first Thanksgiving as a […]

My Favorite Enchiladas

My Favorite Enchiladas

Although I love nearly every type of Mexican food, enchiladas–and specifically this recipe–are my favorite enchiladas. OK, they’re my favorite Mexican main dish. Well, to be honest, they’re my favorite meal of all. If I were asked to choose my favorite meal to have on […]

Better Than Restaurant Enchilada Sauce

Better Than Restaurant Enchilada Sauce

You’ll love this versatile enchilada sauce that’s better than what you’ll find in most restaurants! Read further to find the ingredient that makes this sauce so delicious. Start with a clove or two of fresh garlic, which you’ll cook in oil. I use coconut oil […]

Stuffed Acorn Squash

Stuffed Acorn Squash

The changing autumn leaves signal the fall harvest of vegetables: squash, tomatoes, peppers, corn. When I see acorn squash on sale in the fall, I always pick some up to make stuffed acorn squash. My stuffed acorn squash recipe is from 2003, so it’s definitely […]

Fresh Tomato Tart

Fresh Tomato Tart

Searching for a quick dinner and have some fresh tomatoes on hand? Fresh tomato tart fills the bill! This meal is a healthy option for your family, or bring it to a potluck or picnic for a unique offering. You say you would make it […]

Blueberry Muffins

Blueberry Muffins

Blueberry season! What can be better than fresh blueberry muffins coming out of the oven? And the recipe is so easy–you can whip up a batch in only a few minutes. Now, in order to bake like a pro: Take out your eggs and get […]