You know that we are always trying to make our favorite foods and treats in a gluten free form so all of us can enjoy them. A while back my daughter Ella, who loves to cook and bake, decided to try her hand at Gluten Free Homemade Brownies. They turned out amazing and we've made them several times since! They are so rich and chewy and you can't even tell they are gluten … [Read more...] about Rich and Chewy Gluten Free Brownies Recipe
Back to School Be Kind Bucket List
It's almost back to school time here where we live and I know in many areas the kids are already in school. With the kids heading back after summer vacation and a break from many of their classmates, I think it's a great time to remind them about being kind and doing their part to keep bullying to a minimum. No matter the age of our children it's important to teach them to … [Read more...] about Back to School Be Kind Bucket List
Fresh Strawberry Dump Cake Recipe
Last weekend we were heading to a family birthday party and my sister-in-law was serving an adorable birthday cake and strawberry shortcake but it was regular cake (as in not gluten free). We chatted about whether or not she needed me to bring anything for the party and since our son has Celiac Disease we decided a gluten free dessert would be good. This way he could have a … [Read more...] about Fresh Strawberry Dump Cake Recipe
Zucchini and Summer Squash Fritters Recipe
We'v always wanted to have a big garden. Growing up my dad always grew a lot of the veggies our family ate and my father-in-law had the most beautiful garden full of amazing produce. This spring we started early with seeds inside and ended up with several plants for our garden boxes. We lost several of our zucchini and squash seedlings though and I was heartbroken. Well, … [Read more...] about Zucchini and Summer Squash Fritters Recipe
Gluten Free Popcorn Chicken Recipe
Since our family became gluten free over 2 years ago we've gotten pretty good at making our favorite kid friendly foods from scratch so that we know exactly what's in them but also to because we can play with the recipe until we have something that tastes great. So many store bought gluten free foods taste so different from the classics but this Homemade Gluten Free Popcorn … [Read more...] about Gluten Free Popcorn Chicken Recipe
Sleeping Bear Dunes Lake Michigan- Facts and Pictures
Our family is fortunate enough to live in a state that offers so much nature and beauty, a state that many come to vacation. While many flock to the ocean, we love the beautiful Great Lakes as much as those ocean beaches we've been to. One place in Michigan that is a favorite of ours to visit is Sleeping Bear Dunes Lake Michigan and if you haven't ever been, you should add it … [Read more...] about Sleeping Bear Dunes Lake Michigan- Facts and Pictures
Coconut Cream Mocha Frappe Recipe
I love to start my day with coffee. In the hot summer months though, starting the day with a cold coffee drink sounds much more appealing than a regular hot coffee. A cold coffee drink is also a great pick me up in the afternoon on those days when you need a little something extra to keep you going. This Mocha Frappe Recipe is something you can make at home for a fraction of … [Read more...] about Coconut Cream Mocha Frappe Recipe