Melons can add a welcomed sweet flavor and vibrant color to any dish. However, do you know how to differentiate between and select that perfect melon? I have certainly been intimidated when faced with scores of these fruits piled high at the local supermarket or farm stand. Over time, through much trial and error, I've learned how to select the ideal melon. For your convenience, I've just written a quick and easy crash guide to melons that just published over at P&G Home Made Simple. To read my article entitled, "All About … [Read more...]
July 4th Recipes
July 3, 2013 By 1 Comment
I can't remember the last 4th of July where I didn't go to a BBQ or watch fireworks somewhere. When I went to sleep away camp, there were always some sort of red, white, and blue festivities with equally pleasing patriotic cookies coupled with red, white and blue bug juice. Since then, I've always tried to be patriotic on the festive day. Before I really got jazzed about cooking, this simply meant buying American flags for my kids to wave around. However, now that my pantry is actually stocked, it's fun to show our true colors and … [Read more...]
Chocolate Pudding Pops
June 14, 2013 By 2 Comments
This is one of my favorite recipes on the blog and it's perfect for any hot summer day. I found this recipe for pudding pops on Chocolates and Dreams that immediately peaked my interest. I knew I would have to tweak it to make it kid-friendly (in place of coffee and rum I added in some pure vanilla). Jello Pudding Pops were my childhood fave so, why not try to create something similar from scratch at home? Plus, the recipe is quick and easy (all the ingredients can be found in your well-stocked pantry)—another seamless opportunity to involve … [Read more...]
Fruit Dip
June 5, 2013 By Leave a Comment
It was such a beautiful day yesterday in the northeast yesterday. A day defined by blue skies, no humidity, and a comfortable 75 degree temperature. It was also a memorable day as My Judy the Foodie blog reached a bunch of milestones thanks to readers like you: My Judy the Foodie ranked #8 in the Circle of Moms Top 25 Foodie Moms Contest ! My Judy the Foodie Fan Page reached a whopping 5500 fans--- in just two short years! Very exciting. To celebrate, I've made a simple, fruity, tasty fruit dip that is so sweet and refreshing, … [Read more...]
