Grandma’s Homemade Banana Pudding

Homemade Banana Pudding

Grandma’s Banana Pudding from scratch….there just aint’ nothin’ like this out there that tastes so good!  This is the most requested food dish that family members ask me to bring to holiday get-togethers and any other time I can.  My grandmother made some of the best treats ever and this ranks #1 on my list. … [Continue Reading]

Late Night Snack

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This is what happens when ALL my emails are bouncing back to people and I haven’t received not one email for over two days. I eat. ugh. Yes, it’s midnight but that’s what stress does to you.

Quick and Easy Chocolate Banana Pie Topped with Whip Cream

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Pies happen to be one of my most favorite desserts but so many pies call for long cooking times in the oven.  With the Summer heat upon us, I try to find recipes with little oven cooking time and that often need refrigeration to keep everyone cool.  I have a few favorites and this is… [Continue Reading]

Pina Colada Banana Pie

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Since I’m unable to visit a tropical destination, I figure creating tropical desserts will have to do and what’s more tropical than Pina Colada!  Because I’m always trying to incorporate fruit into our every day eating habits, I thought adding the traditional Pina Colada ingredients along with the tasty banana. This recipe is great on… [Continue Reading]

The Best Strawberry Banana Smoothie

Because I’m trying to lose weight, I’m really watching what I eat.  Every morning I wake up and decide what to eat.  I usually go for oatmeal, a healthy cereal or have a smoothie. Today is smoothie day!  My two favorite fruits, strawberries & bananas, in a drink!  And to make sure I’m getting a… [Continue Reading]

A Fruity Family Tradition with Health Benefits

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Along with the holidays comes an abundance of sugary sweets and I don’t know about you but I’ve had enough.  I’m sure I gained a whopping 10lbs at the least after this Holiday’s feast and will be glad to get back to normal food. One foodie family tradition I do welcome is the basket full… [Continue Reading]

Very Berry Pound Cake

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Pound cake is great, but pound cake with a fruity topping is even greater!  With this recipe, I decided to use Strawberries, Blueberries, and Bananas.  With so much going on on the fruit side, I needed a balance to which I chose simple but tasty pound cake.  This is a super easy recipe to make… [Continue Reading]

Banana Nut Bread Mini Loaves Recipe

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I just love miniature stuff and Banana Nut Bread is no exception! I mean look at them, how cute are they!! This would make a great little treat to for the kiddos, put in a basket of goodies for a house warming gift, or to gobble up yourself! INGREDIENTS: ¾ cup shortening 1 ½ cups… [Continue Reading]