Because of how hard a kiwi can be to peel when done the wrong way (using a knife to try and carefully cut off the peel without wasting half of the fruit), I've always avoided buying kiwi, even though it is one of the tastiest and healthiest fruits on the planet! After being served kiwi at school a few years back, my daughter came home and told me it was her new favorite food, and when my kids … [Read more...]
Watermelon Grill with Fruit Kabobs
I've seen watermelon turned into some pretty crazy things, including some impressive works of art, but this has got to be the coolest thing since sliced bread. Just leave it up to Sandra Denneler to come up with something this awesome! It's not just fruit, it's a sweet little summer project, too. Imagine this as the centerpiece at your next summer barbecue! Go check out Sandra's detailed … [Read more...]
Fruit Flag Pizza
How cute is this??! You've got to love a patriotic pizza made with simple ingredients that everyone will love! I'll bet the kids would really enjoy helping with the fresh fruit flag assembly, too. Just hop on over to Quick Dish and check out the recipe and instructions. It's easy! … [Read more...]
Caramel Apple Jello Shots
It doesn't get any better than this. Butterscotch Schnapps has a whole new appeal! Jello shots have gained some serious popularity in the last few years, but these particular ones are blowing my mind. How can you go wrong with a spiked caramel apple?! Just hop on over to That's So Michelle for the recipe and instructions. If you like these, you will love here entire Jello Shot Recipe Index. … [Read more...]
DIY Fresh Fruit “Cake”
No, not the fruit cake that is known as the worst holiday gift on the planet, but an actual tiered caked made out of fresh fruit! What a beautiful centerpiece this would make on the buffet table at your next party. Gina from Pinch This Stretch That sure makes it look like fun to make, too! Just hop on over to her blog for the detailed instructions as well as many other great ideas like this. … [Read more...]
Blueberry Croissant Puff
What a unique and delicious breakfast pastry idea! I love how the croissant pieces and blueberries are held together with a yummy cream cheese and milk mixture. It's got my mouth watering! It sure beats the usual plain old pancakes on Sunday mornings. Hop on over to The Girl Who Ate Everything and check out Christy's recipe and baking instructions! … [Read more...]
Angel Food Berry Trifle
This beautiful creation of layered cake and berries is easy to serve, yummy, and rather quick and simple to make. Just ask Natasha! In under 30 minutes you have the crowning jewel of the dessert table. It really brings back warm memories for me; It was always my mom's go-to summer time treat. Just hop on over to Natasha's Kitchen and check out the recipe and instructions! … [Read more...]
Cinnamon Honey “Fried” Bananas
I'm always looking for a treat that satisfies my sweet tooth without a bunch of guilt. Next to raisins, bananas are like nature's candy. I love them! They work in so many great ways; as a baking substitute, breakfast, dessert, you name it! I simply adore this simple yet delicious and guilt-free dessert from The Crohn's Journey Foundation. Go check out the instructions on how to make this easy … [Read more...]
Caramelized Grapefruit
This is definitely a cool and unique way to use a blowtorch! I've always enjoyed a bit of sugar sprinkled on a bitter yet yummy, juicy grapefruit. The idea of caramelizing the sugar sounds (and looks) like a really refreshing summer time treat. Hop on over to A Thousand Threads for the instructions! … [Read more...]
Inside-Out Caramel Apples
I'm definitely not waiting for Fall to arrive to try out this easy caramel apple recipe! The ingredients are very simple, the step-by-step instructions actually make it look like a lot of fun, and they're much softer and easier to eat than your traditional caramel apples. Sounds like a winner to me! Quick Dish and their contributors always have the coolest recipes. Gotta love 'em! Head on over to … [Read more...]
