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Peach Ginger Agua Fresca Recipe

June 21, 2017 by Anna 2 Comments

Peach Ginger Agua Fresca Recipe – refreshing fruit water made with peaches, ginger and honey. Good for you and hydrating during the hot summer days.

Happy first day of Summer!

This year the heat is ahead of time and here in Kansas, the temperatures are reaching the 90s already. That definitely calls for more time by the pool and tall glasses of refreshing Peach Ginger Agua Fresca. This flavor combo is currently my favorite. Refreshing, thirst-quenching yet with a little zing. I am already using ginger in my morning smoothie to take advantage of it’s health benefits so why not add it to a refreshing fruit water. It’s honey sweetened but if you are using ripe, sweet and juicy peaches – you may not need it at all. Just place in blender with plenty of ice and blend till smooth.

Agua frescas are perfect drinks to make for the whole family. You can make them with any fruit you have on hand. My kiddos love my Strawberry Agua Frescas as well it’s pineapple version.

Slow Cooker Peach Crisp Recipe

June 20, 2016 by Anna 29 Comments

Slow Cooker Peach Crisp recipe – sweet peaches, sliced and tossed with vanilla, baked under oats and brown sugar topping that tastes just like oatmeal cookies! This is my favorite crock pot dessert for hot summer days! Served with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.

For the last two weeks, temperatures here in Kansas are crazy high. We are at almost 100 degrees F every day. And there is no change in sight!

In other words – IT”S HOOOOOOTTTT!

Aaaand from what I can see on my weather app, so is most of the country. Which means that there is a high chance that just like me, you don’t want to turn on the oven. Mine has a “do not open” sign on it. Instead, my slow cooker is getting a work out (this Teriyaki Chicken is on a rotation!) and our grill is sizzling away (don’t mind if I have another helping of these Pineapple Chicken Kabobs!).

Mango Peach Quinoa Salad

July 26, 2015 by Anna 12 Comments

Mango Peach Quinoa Salad – healthy fruit salad with quinoa and my favorite honey lime dressing! It’s full of fresh flavors and absolutely delicious!

I often share here on the blog how much my kids love to help in the kitchen. They gather ingredients, mix things in a bowl and set the table. They WANT to do it and I couldn’t be happier. My oldest (she is almost 9!!) has quite the knowledge about healthy food and always grabs a bag of baby carrots in the store, because it’s her favorite snack.

She also loves to make a fruit salad. It’s her favorite dish to make for parties, picnics or simply because we have a ton of fresh fruit on the counter. That’s my favorite perk of summer time! All you have to do is chop up the fruit and you have a fantastic side dish ready in minutes.