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Holidays

closeup overhead view of a valentines charcuterie board

Valentine’s Charcuterie Board

February 14, 2023 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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Perfect for parties or a romantic meal, this festive Valentine’s charcuterie board combines hearts and roses of meats and cheese for a fun and …

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Several pieces of mint chocolate fudge garnished with mint sprigs

Easy Mint Chocolate Fudge Recipe

December 2, 2021 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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A classic holiday favorite, mint chocolate fudge is often loaded with sugar and overly sweet. This easy, healthier version ditches the refined sugar. …

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Close up of a bowl full of red homemade gummy worms (leeches).

Healthier Homemade Gummy Worms (And Leeches)

November 4, 2021 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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Fun for kids of all ages, Make your own healthier homemade gummy worms (or gummy leeches), even if you don’t have any candy molds. Many years …

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Two boys in costumes, one in an enderman costume and the other in a spiderman costume

Easy Comfortable DIY Enderman Costume (Minecraft)

October 29, 2021 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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Easy to make and comfortable to wear, this fun enderman costume can be made quickly without any sewing! It’s the perfect costume for Minecraft …

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A young boy dressed in a vintage homemade Captain America costume with two friends dressed as spiderman (blurred out)

Homemade Captain America Costume

October 16, 2021 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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With some simple sewing, you can quickly make this easy homemade Captain America costume from recycled t-shirts. It’s super comfy, and kids …

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Closeup of a boy dressed up as Thor at a costume party. (The other kids are blurred out.)

DIY Thor Costume

October 15, 2021 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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With a bit of hot glue, craft foam, felt, and paint, you can whip out this fun DIY Thor costume complete with a homemade hammer, vambraces, and …

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A hand holding a gummy eyeball from a plate full of gummy eyeballs and a jack-o-lantern in the background.

Spooky Homemade Gummy Eyeballs

October 14, 2021 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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Looking for a healthier Halloween treat? Learn how to make gummy eyeballs, using not-so-spooky, real-food ingredients. They’re fun to make and …

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spreading pumpkin butter on two toasts on a plate

Easy Spiced Pumpkin Butter Recipe

October 10, 2021 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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Fill your home with the delightful scent of fall spices when you make this easy homemade pumpkin butter, a delicious topping perfect for gifting. It …

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Overhead view of 12 pizzas that have been decorated for Halloween with ghosts, spiders, a bat and other Halloween characters

13 Easy Halloween Food Ideas For Kids

October 6, 2021 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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There’s no need to rely on sugar-laden treats to get your kids excited about Halloween. Try these fun Halloween food ideas for kids! I have …

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Overhead view of scooping out a roasted butternut squash pumpkin into a jar and ice cube trays for freezing.

Easy Homemade Pumpkin Puree (Canned Pumpkin Substitute)

October 2, 2021 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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Looking for a tasty pumpkin puree to use in recipes? Store-bought brands may contain sugars and ingredients you can’t pronounce. Here’s …

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Closeup of two patriotic popsicles (red, white, and blue) on a plate with ice and a strawberry and a blueberry.

Red, White, and Blue Patriotic Popsicles

July 2, 2021 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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These naturally red, white, and blue patriotic popsicles are healthy and easy to make. They’re perfect for celebrating the fourth of July or any …

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Closeup of 9 homemade marshmallow peeps shaped like bunnies and covered in brightly colored coconut sprinkles using natural colors.

Healthier Homemade Marshmallow Peeps (No Corn Syrup)

April 3, 2021 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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Avoid corn syrup and artificial colors when you make these healthier homemade marshmallow Peeps® inspired Easter treats. It’s a fun activity …

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Homemade pastissets, a dessert empanadilla filled with a sweet boniato filling, on a baking tray with one broken open to show the filling.

Pastissets de Boniato: Spanish Christmas Pastries

December 22, 2020 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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The most popular Spanish Christmas pastry in my area of Spain, pastissets are a type of empanadilla that is often filled with a sweet boniato (white …

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A small bowl of dulce de boniato, a sweet Spanish pastry filling made from white sweet potatoes.

Dulce de Boniato – A Spanish Christmas Pastry Filling

December 21, 2020 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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Dulce de boniato is a sweet Spanish pastry filling used mostly around Christmas for filling pastries like pastissets (pastelitos) or empanadillas …

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A snowman made out of cream cheese surrounded by square crackers.

Snowman Cheese Ball

December 19, 2020 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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Festive and delicious, this cute snowman cheese ball can be made ahead of time and is the perfect addition to your holiday spread when …

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Closeup of a turkey soup with celery, carrots, and turkey pieces in view.

Thanksgiving Leftover Soup: Turkey Rice Soup With Everyday Chicken Alternative

November 26, 2020 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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Don’t throw away the skin, bones and leftover turkey pieces, make this turkey rice soup, the best Thanksgiving leftover soup idea! You can also …

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A whole roasted turkey on a platter

How to Roast a Perfect Turkey

November 24, 2020 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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Roasting a turkey doesn’t have to be intimidating, and is actually quite simple. Learn 3 methods for roasting a turkey, either whole roasted, …

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Closeup of marbled cream and brown pumpkin spice soap with the words "pumpkin spice soap" pressed into the front bar.

Easy Pumpkin Spice Soap

November 13, 2020 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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Impressive looking, but simple enough for beginners, this super-easy pumpkin spice soap combines pumpkin puree and goat milk with fall spices, making …

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A yellow duck stuffed animal and plastic eggs inside a homemade Easter basket made from t-shirt scraps. The basket is decorated with a big pink bow.

Easy Crochet Easter Basket (Using T-Shirt Yarn)

April 7, 2020 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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Upcycle those old t-shirts into a cute, easy DIY crochet Easter basket. Even a beginner can make this in only a couple of hours. Easter baskets here …

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A glassful of homemade green shamrock shake topped with whipped cream and a clover leaf, with a stainless steel straw inside. A bunch of clovers laid down next to the glass. All placed on top of a blue wood tabletop.

Naturally Colored Shamrock Shake (Real food)

March 11, 2020 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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Made from scratch using only natural colors and flavors, this minty shamrock shake is the real food, real deal, perfect for celebrating St. …

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Closeup of a clover on a white cloth that has been covered with prints made by hammering clovers onto the cloth.

Hammered Shamrock Prints and Clover Hearts

March 10, 2020 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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A fun St. Patrick’s Day activity for kids or adults, these hammered shamrock prints and clover hearts are a festive way to decorate cloth for …

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glass of the candida diet safe shamrock shake

The Candida Diet Safe Shamrock Shake (Paleo, Vegan)

March 5, 2020 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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Smooth and creamy, this candida-diet safe shamrock shake is delicious without needing any high-sugar fruits or other sweeteners. It’s …

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Top view of partly eaten plate of heart shaped chocolate ravioli served with whipped cream, raspberries and raspberry sauce.

Heart-Shaped Chocolate Ravioli

February 11, 2020 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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Impress your valentine with this romantic dessert pasta: heart-shaped chocolate ravioli with a chocolate mascarpone filling and raspberry sauce. …

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A bottle of homemade rose water hydrosol in front of a rose and rose petals

How to Make Rose Water and Rose Hydrosol

February 9, 2020 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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With a pleasant scent and anti-inflammatory properties, rose water and rose hydrosol are the perfect addition to homemade cosmetics. Learn several …

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