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How to Make Corn Syrup That’s Homemade & Healthy

I never really cared about how to make corn syrup until we started looking at all the processed foods we eat and eliminating them one by one from our diet. Corn syrup is definitely one of those overly-processed foods that has ingredients I can’t pronounce, so it had to go. And since most corn grown…

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What To Buy At The Farmer’s Market This Month: Thanksgiving Edition

Can you believe that it’s almost November? I feel like this year has flown past! Thanksgiving is my favorite holiday and I am so excited for this year! I love to find seasonal foods at my local farmer’s market for Thanksgiving. Eating local food tastes sooo much better and that makes it perfect for Thanksgiving!…

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Children’s Book Read-and-Bake Series: Chocolate Cookie Mice for “Frederick” by Leo Lionni

Adorable Chocolate Cookie Mice are as much fun to make as they are to eat! These cute little critters start out as rich chocolate cookies. The addition of just a few sprinkles magically transforms the cookies into mice. Hi, I’m Wendy from The Monday Box, bringing you another Read-and-Bake recipe. This series links children’s picture…

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What To Buy At The Farmer’s Market This Month: September

It’s fall y’all! I LOVE fall especially at the farmer’s market! I know all anyone can think about this month is pumpkin spice, but I’m over here dreaming about the yummy fruits and vegetables I’ll be able to buy at the farmer’s market in September. In my area farmer’s markets are in full swing in…

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Here’s What To Buy At The Farmer’s Market This Month: August

I love fresh locally grown fruits and vegetables. To me, there’s nothing better than eating delicious home grown produce. I love growing my own produce in my garden, but I know that’s not an option for everyone. While I was in college and living in an apartment, I thought eating locally would be tricky, if…

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55+ July 4th (All-Natural & Organic) Red, White, & Blue Recipes

4th Of July is almost here…and you’re probably looking for all-natural, organic solutions to cookout staples! It’s really easy to slip during this patriotic holiday, but this article will keep you on track. This is a collection of over 50 recipes for desserts, fruit salads, appetizers, and snacks that you can alter with all-natural, organic…