Polly's Crackers by Heather Smith

I found this recipe in a "Handed Down" recipe book my mom gave me... This is a very simple snack to make for your family or to take along anywhere! It stays fresh for at least 3 weeks if kept in an airtight container or zip lock bag.

Homemade Chocolate Milk Shakes by Jennifer Sikora

A frugal way to make a homemade chocolate milk shake when you don't have any ice cream on hand. You will not believe how delicious these shakes are!

Green Salad by Jenne Kopalek

Applepicker (cocktail) by Chris Patil

Invented over the weekend by my friend Eddy. We had gone apple-picking in Peabody Mass, just outside of Boston, and came home with a peck of beautiful fresh fruit. Since neither of us bakes (pies), the question arose: What should we do with them? Eddy disappeared into the kitchen for a while. We heard the whirring of a juicer,…

Giggling Gourmet's 'Camp Dessert On the Fly' by Giggling Gourmet

Here is something very quick, healthy and all to easy to fix up as a sweet dessert or snack dish. Use this when we are camping and backpacking as a nice capper to a day of hiking and the welcoming of a starry sky! Also works just fine when sitting at home as well and you want something sweet and still lean towards healthy food!

Hawaiian Crest Salsa by Smokinhotchef

I came up with this recipe at the spur of the moment to accompany the shrimp recipe I was preparing for a late lunch get-together with several of my sisters and my brother Ken. I had just visited the supermarket, so I had lots of fresh ingredients on hand. My sister Gayle said this recipe reminded her of Hawaii and crisp freshness…

Grape Salad by Beth Roan

I had been craving this ever since my sister made me taste this dish that her boyfriend's mother brought to Easter dinner. It is so good!!

Vibrant Broccoli and Avocado Salad by Smokinhotchef

This salad is spectacular!!!

Decadent Cherry Chocolate Dirtcake by Smokinhotchef

Spring and summer is busy season for a favorite southern dessert, dirtcake. It contains no dirt and isn't even a cake. What it is however, is a very delicious and creamy layered dessert, perfect for any occasion. Fresh and sweet cherries really put this dessert over the top. The hardest part is figuring out what serving bowl to…

Banana Nut Appetizer by Wendi Taylor

These quartered slices of fresh bananas with mayo and pecans make a delicious appetizer course for your holiday meal or dinner party.

Cucumber Goat Cheese Bites by Kimberly

These are always a hit at every party I bring to.

Halloween Candy Corn Fruit Cups by Robyn Savoie

Halloween is right around the corner. That means the ghouls and goblins in your neighborhood will be looking for sweet treats. Here's a great snack that I came across to help cut those calories. The picture shows a whipped cream topping but I like to use Greek Vanilla Yogurt.

Autumn Pumpkin-Java Milkshake by Robyn Savoie

Here's a less sweet version from the traditional milkshake. You combine fresh coffee, coffee ice cream, pumpkin and pow, instant afternoon pick-me up. If you wish to turn this into a adult beverage, add Kahlua pumpkin spice or pumpkin pie cream liquor. For the pint sized ghoul's and goblin's, use decaf coffee and no spirits.

Ja'mocha-Latern Shake by Robyn Savoie

It's Fall and you're craving a ice cold mocha you can be creative. By adding dark chocolate syrup to my Autumn Pumpkin-Java Milkshake recipe, you end up with a Ja'mocha-Latern Shake. If you're going to be devilish by having a cold sugary treat you need to balance it out. Pumpkin fits the bill because it's packed full of vitamins…