Ginger Turmeric Apple Wellness ShotsHere is a simple and quick 5 ingredient recipe my husband and I make for the week. Wellness shots are so expensive (they average $4 each and for 2 people a week that would be $56).
Ginger Ale (Switchel)Add ingredients to a large glass. Fill large glass with cold water from the well. Stir. For fun, rinse a fresh dandelion stem with water (to remove bitter taste) and use it as a straw.
Blended Drink RecipesBlended drinks are great as a quick breakfast or a refreshing snack on a hot day. All you need is a blender, some fresh fruit/veggies and other ingredients you may already have in your pantry, fridge or freezer.
Cranberry 7 Up FreezeThis is a great and easy recipe for those times you don't want to waste too much time on dessert.
Muscadine WineHome made wine recipe from Old Germany. I use muscadines from my neighbor vineyard. It is easy to make but requires patients
Butter CoffeeSince I was recently diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes, my neighbor told me that butter coffee would be good for it. I decided to try it, after finding several recipes on YouTube. It was surprisingly quite good. I usually put almond milk and xylitol in my coffee, and the butter coffee didn't taste that much different from that.
Healthy Chocolate ShakeJust add all 5 simple ingredients to a blender and it's done! Great healthy treat and also makes a healthy and fast breakfast on the run!
Banana Kale SmoothieThis is an excellent smoothie for those who need to get more greens in their diet. You won't even taste the kale. The bananas, vanilla, and honey take over in sweetness, and give it a luxuriously smooth texture. It actually tastes similar to a very naughty diner milkshake. Promise you'll love it!
Fruity Tofu SmoothieI went to get a smoothie with some friends the other day and was appalled a large fruit smoothie was over $7. This fruity tofu smoothie is a healthy and budget-friendly take on the rich and creamy versions at the specialty shops.
Watermelon Drink RecipesWatermelon is a refreshing ingredient to use for making summer drinks. They can be combined with citrus or other fruit, even alcohol.
Peppermint Punch RecipesThis refreshing punch is made with peppermint ice cream, fruit juices and soda. It's perfect to serve for a party during the holidays.
Lavender PunchWhen ready to serve, add 1 (28 oz.) bottle ginger ale and 1 quart raspberry sherbet.
Homemade GallianoCombine sugar and water in a pan and bring to a boil. Boil for 1 minute and immediately reduce heat. Simmer for 1 hour or until thickened. Remove
from heat and cool.
Blueberry Ice SquaresThis makes a large pan for company.
Snickerdoodle Instant CoffeeIn large bowl combine all ingredients. Store in airtight container. For single serving place 3 Tbsp. mix in mug and add 3/4 cup boiling water.
Protein Shake RecipesProtein shakes are often used as a meal replacement or a workout beverage. They are made with protein powder that is made from soy, whey or other high protein foods.
Chocolate Coffee Protein DrinkThe inspiration for this drink came from a new Starbucks protein drink that sounds super appealing, aside from the price tag. At $6 a pop, I could make at least 10 of them myself. Another benefit to making them at home? I understand what all the ingredients are.
Orange Drink RecipesFresh or frozen orange juice can be combined with other ingredients to make refreshing beverages. Add fruit, other juices, soda or even milk for a morning pick me up or a fancy party punch.
Limeade RecipesLimeade is a tart version of the classic lemonade. Just add sugar until it is sweet enough for you and your family.
Blended Green JuiceHere is a green blended juice recipe I have been enjoying lately. When blending greens you may experience foam/bubbles/froth - to help reduce it, I found adding some chia seeds works! The foam is not completely gone but it's a lot less.
Passion Fruit Iced Green TeaHow do you like to eat passion fruit? Passion fruit has low calories and is high in fiber, vitamin C, and vitamin A.
Green Juice RecipesAlthough most juice is made with fruits, vegetables are a great addition. Leafy spinach, kale and fresh herbs can add nutritional content and a beautiful green color.
Very Berry SmoothieI've been making this smoothie for years now with a few alterations along the way. Not only is it one of my favs because of the sweet berry goodness, but also because it's a perfect post-workout refresher. But wait...there's more! The little hidden addition of collagen adds 11 grams of protein to your smoothie along with too many benefits to list, so here's a snap shot of all that added goodness. Enjoy thrifties!
Creamy Cinnamon and Honey MilkHey guys! I'm here to show you this really easy drink that's so delicious that you'll wish you would've made more;)
Making Flavored MilkMilk is the perfect vehicle for flavoring, whether you use syrups, spices or fresh ingredients. Chocolate milk is a perennial favorite but all sorts of flavors can be used for taste and color.
Summer Fruit SmoothieCheers to my newest smoothie concoction featuring dragon fruit, passionfruit and a slice of random fruits that compliment each other - pineapple, mango, banana muted with some ice cubes and almond milk.
Basil Garlic Parmesan SauceNormally you'll need pine nuts or some nut alternative for pesto but I don't have any on hand. I omit the nuts and it still tastes as good.
Cherimoya Avocado Banana SmoothieThis is a creamy and delicious smoothie! This would normally be a very costly, but my parents' have a cherimoya tree that bore fruit this year. This is a nice treat! It would be even better if you add boba.
Bailey's Irish Cream (Copycat)I 'love' Bailey's Irish Cream but it's so expensive. Here's a pretty darn close tasting copycat recipe to make at home.
Blended Watermelon Strawberry BeverageSkip buying sugary drinks, you can make your own refreshing summer beverage with just two ingredients and a blender. What's great is that watermelon and strawberries are in season so the prices are even more affordable. You can make many cups for less than a few dollars.
Lemongrass Ginger TeaLemongrass and ginger has many health benefits especially for digestion aid and anti-inflammatory properties. This is a refreshing tea you could make and versatile as you could drink this cold or warm. If you don't have an instant pot, you can boil these two simple ingredients over a stove top to achieve the same results.
Cucumber Lemon Ginger Flat Belly DrinkMy mother got me hooked on this easy to make drink that helps with digestion, constipation, and belly bloat. You just need to pop the 3 ingredients in water overnight, refrigerate, then drink throughout the next day. The antioxidants are excellent, as well. I just came off being sick for several weeks and this really helped flush everything out.
Celery Superfood JuiceThis juice is so simple, so good for your health and such a beautiful green color! Understandably it has been quite the rave lately too, what with it's benefits of lower blood sugar, cholesterol. It also help boost the immune system and weight loss. It's a natural electrolyte that contains vitamin K, vitamin A, B9 and many more. It's recommended to drink 16 oz everyday but if your just starting out like I am I would start with half a cup.
Easy Whipped CoffeeInstant coffee, sugar, and water are whipped into a fluffy topping that is served atop a glass or mug of hot or cold milk. Mix it in for a delicious coffee beverage at a fraction of the cost you would pay at a shop.
Milo DalgonaHere is a way to make Dalgona without coffee. This is a great way to make this trendy drink with Milo or Ovaltine chocolate drink mix.
Dalgona CoffeeThis delicious coffee treat is made by mixing instant coffee, sugar, and hot water until it is frothy. This mixture is then used as a topper for hot or cold milk. You can add chocolate or other flavored sprinkles to the froth.
Turmeric Ginger Orange Carrot JuiceFresh juice is very nutritious and a perfect way to start the day. This version is made from orange and carrots, flavored with ginger and turmeric.
Making Loose Leaf Herbal TeaSelect herbs from your garden or purchase fresh ones to prepare your own loose leaf herbal teas. Clean the leaves, cut, and dry. Now you can have a relaxing cup of tea before bed or anytime.
Replacing Soda with Seltzer or Sparkling WaterSweetened, commercial, carbonated sodas can be replaced completely with seltzer water and flavorings of your choice. Give it a try.
Homemade Bubble Tea (Boba)Here are some homemade bubble tea recipes. Bubble tea traditionally uses boba (tapioca pearls), but you can also you chia seeds as a healthy alternative.
Pineapple Smoothie RecipesA delicious naturally sweet beverage is a smoothie made with pineapple. Choose your favorite additions for a wonderful treat.
Apple Pie Vinegar DrinkRaw apple cider vinegar can benefit your health and help with weight loss. Make a drink with it. The vinegar can be diluted and sweetened with apple juice.
Soothing Sore Throat TeaCombine herbs, lemon, and honey to make this sore throat soothing tea. The instructions are found on this page.
Morning Chia Detox DrinkChia seeds are a healthy addition to anyone's breakfast. This morning detox drink also contains honey and tumeric to jump start your day.
Homemade Fruit and Veggie Turmeric JuiceTurmeric is highly recommended by many nutritionists to benefit heart and brain health as well as reducing inflamation. This delicious juice combines turmuric with carrots, apples and pineapple for a sweet start to the day.
Berry Infused Lemonade RecipeBy adding your own fresh berries, you can add special flavor to pre-made or homemade lemonade. This page contains berry infused lemonade recipe.
Fruit and Cacao Breakfast DrinkCacao or cocoa seeds are the base ingredient for making chocolate. Combine powdered seeds with bananas and strawberries for a healthy and delicious breakfast. This page is about making a fruit and cacao breakfast drink.
Fruit and Veggie Smoothie for Picky EatersEven the pickiest of eaters will enjoy this fruit and veggie smoothie. Carrots and cucumbers are perfectly blended with apples and pineapple, in this yummy smoothie. This is a page about fruit and veggie smoothie for picky eaters.
Fruity Rose TeaSometimes the best homemade teas don't involve steeping dried tea leaves. This version uses fresh slices of fruit, cinnamon and rose petals. It's quick and easy, and it tastes and smells absolutely divine.
Dried Black Fungus Mushroom BeverageThis is a herbal drink I make twice a week. It is very easy and healthy for you. This recipe is good for 4 cups and the mushroom is edible as well. Dried black fungus is believed to help with blood circulation, lowers cholesterol and other benefits.
Cleansing Veggie Date JuiceI especially like making this juice after the holidays as I tend to indulge a bit more. Just a bit! This drink is very low in calories yet very filling. It's full of vitamins, potassium, and antioxidants. Keep the "meat" of the veggies after juicing them to make cakes and spaghetti sauces. In order to keep the drink tasting fun and almost caramel-like, I like to blitz in some dates. Nothing bad in this juice!
Strawberry Smoothie RecipesThere are many recipes available for making tasty strawberry smoothies. Try one or more of the ones offered here.
Violet Tea RecipeDried leaves and petals from your violets can be used to make a lovely tea. Add honey and enjoy! This page contains a violet tea recipe.
Homemade V-8 Juice Recipes?If you own a juicer it can be easy to turn your extra veggies into a delicious tomato based juice like V-8. You can also make it with tomato juice. This page contains homemade V-8 juice recipes.
Blackberry Smoothie RecipeBlackberries are in season in the summer but frozen berries can be found anytime to make this delicious smoothie. This page contains a blackberry smoothie recipe.
Colon Cleansing SmoothieThere are many ingredients and combinations of foods that can help each individual person as far as cleanses go, you just have to see what works for you. This is my version of a fiber and vitamin packed digestive system cleansing smoothie that is tart, bright and delicious.
Fresh Aloe DrinkUsing your blender you can make a refreshing drink from whole aloe vera. This page contains fresh aloe drink.
Honeydew Smoothie RecipeThis super simple smoothie recipe combines honeydew melon and yogurt to make a refreshing treat. It's perfect for a hot summer day or a quick breakfast.
Creme Caramel Chai SmoothieThis smoothie perfectly blends caramel, chai, and banana flavors to create a refreshing treat. This page contains a creme caramel chai smoothie recipe.
Green Smoothie RecipesGet healthy greens into your diet with a simple and delicious green smoothie. This page contains green smoothie recipes.
Strawberry Milk RecipesMake this pretty pink alternative to plain milk for your kids' breakfast cereal. Perfect to celebrate Valentine's Day, a birthday or just because. This is a page about strawberry milk recipes.
Fresh Mint PunchMint is a favorite addition to many summer drinks, including this punch with ginger ale and lemon juice. Here is a recipe for making fresh mint punch.
Healthy DIY Vitamin WaterUse seasonal produce and fresh herbs to make the best tasting water. It will save you a ton of money vs buying expensive vitamin water.
Fruity SangriaThis adult party drink can be made with a combination of fresh fruit and red wine. This is a page about fruit sangria.
Berry Smoothie RecipesA delicious way to consume fruits is in a cold blended drink. This page contains berry smoothie recipes.
Potato and Beet JuiceIf prepared correctly potato juice has a lot of health benefits but is not delicious on its own. Add beets and apples to improve the flavor of the potatoes. This page contains recipes for potato and beet juice.
Sorbet CocktailThis is a page about sorbet cocktail. This adult beverage features vodka, mixed with fresh fruit and sorbet. This cocktail would be the perfect drink to serve when the weather gets warmer.
Frozen Coffee Drink RecipesFrozen coffee based beverages are quite delicious, but also rather pricey to buy regularly. Try making your own for much less. This page contains frozen coffee drink recipes, like a Starbucks Frappuccino.
Detox SmoothieThere are numerous recipes for making a detox smoothie. They typically contain green veggies and sometimes fruit in addition to other ingredients. This page contains a detox smoothie recipe.
Healthy Morning Juice RecipesMany people take fresh ingredients to make a healthy morning juice drink. It's a great way to get vitamins, minerals and other nutrients without a lot of sugar or fat.
Mix Your Own Vegetable JuiceIf you like to sip at something during the day or prefer a light, between-meals snack, vegetable juice is an excellent option, hot or cold. Staying hydrated isn't always easy, and eating the recommended amount of vegetables every day can be challenging. Vegetable juice is a good solution, cold from the fridge or heated in a mug.
Candy Cane Stick Ice Cream Punch?A festive holiday beverage is made with peppermint flavored candy cane ice cream. This is a page about candy cane stick ice cream punch.
Turkish Coffee RecipeThis is a page about making your own turkish coffee. Turkish coffee is unique in that it is prepared without filtering the coffee grounds. Unlike traditional coffee, if sugar is added, it is done at the beginning of the process.
Pineapple Peel TeaPlease don't toss out your pineapple peels! Make some delicious teas with them instead. That's right, the peels and scraps from your pineapple fruit make fantastic tasting teas that are also packed with antioxidants and enzymes with anti-inflammatory properties. It is said to also help with joint pain and arthritis.
Beetroot LemonadeThis delicious, pretty, red lemonade is made from grated beets, fresh lemons, agave nectar, and water. Give it a try; you will be pleasantly surprised. This page contains a recipe for beetroot lemonade.
How to Make Cold Brewed CoffeeCold brew coffee is a less acidic method of brewing coffee. Here is how to make cold brewed coffee for yourself at home.
Floating Island PunchMake a cool refreshing fruit punch with floating islands of sherbet. This is a page about floating island punch.
Vegan 'Ice Cream' Smoothie RecipeVegan ice cream is often made from coconut and is great for smoothies. This is a page about vegan "ice cream" smoothie recipe.
World's Easiest Lemonade RecipeYou don't have to squeeze a bunch of lemons to make yourself a refreshing glass of lemonade. This is a page about world's easiest lemonade.
Pumpkin Spice Tea Recipe?Adding the flavorful spices used in pumpkin pies to your hot tea makes a delicious beverage for chilly days or anytime. This is a page about pumpkin spice tea recipe.
Berry Mint Vitamin WaterRecharge and refresh with your own homemade berry mint vitamin water. This is a page about berry mint vitamin water.
Spiced Tea Mix Recipe Using TangCombine Tang, cinnamon, cloves, and other spices with black tea for making a delicious hot or cold drink. This is a page about spiced tea recipe using Tang.
Avocado Yogurt Cucumber Smoothie RecipeA delicious protein rich, green smoothie to enjoy for breakfast or lunch. This page contains avocado yogurt cucumber smoothie recipe.
Add Carnation Instant Breakfast to CoffeeThe chocolate taste of Instant Breakfast transforms your typical cup of coffee into a delicious treat. This is a page about add Carnation Instant Breakfast to coffee.
Pumpkin Pie SmoothiesA pumpkin pie smoothie is a fresh easy treat that is perfect to enjoy on an Autumn day. This is a page about pumpkin pie smoothies.
Green Blended Juice With Spinach and ArugulaSpinach and arugula make a great combination for a blended juice. This is a page about green blended juice with spinach and arugula.
Banana Smoothie RecipesBananas make an excellent ingredient for smoothies, adding flavor and nutrition. This page contains banana smoothie recipes.
Recipes Using Soy Milk?Although milk made from soy doesn't taste just like cow's milk, it can be used as a thrifty substitute for dairy free recipes. This page contains recipes using soy milk.
Fresh Mango Shake RecipeBlend mango, sugar, milk, and some ice cubes to make a delicious fresh mango shake. This page contains a fresh mango shake recipe.
Orange Peach Creamsicle SmoothieThe delicious flavor of oranges and the goodness of fresh or frozen peaches blend to make this refreshing smoothie. This is a page about orange peach creamsicle smoothie.
Chili Wine Recipe?Chili wine can be used to make some delicious recipes. If you can't find a sirocco to purchase any, you can make your own. This is a page about chili wine recipe.
Powdered French Vanilla Coffee Creamer Recipe?Enjoy your own coffee creamer powder made at home. This page contains a powdered French vanilla coffee creamer recipe.
Caramel Apple Cinnamon Drink RecipeCombine caramel, apple, and cinnamon to make a drink that will warm you up on a cold day. This page features a caramel apple cinnamon drink recipe.
Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie RecipePacked with protein and potassium, a peanut butter banana smoothie is perfect for breakfast or a post-workout energy boost. This page contains peanut butter banana smoothie recipe.
Lemonade Syrup RecipeMake your own lemonade concentrate to freeze and enjoy well after the fruit harvest. This page contains lemonade syrup recipe.
Caramel Cocoa RecipeHere is a delicious drink to warm you up on a cold winter day. This page contains caramel cocoa recipe.
Orange Banana Smoothie RecipeAn orange banana smoothie is a great way to start the day or give a quick energy boost when you need it in the afternoon. This page contains orange banana smoothie recipe.
Citrus SmoothieIt is more affordable to make your own smoothies from home!
All Natural Coffee CreamerThis recipe is a good substitute for store bought creamers, especially if you have leftover cream. This is a page about all natural coffee creamer.
Chai Spiced Coffee Creamer Recipe?Chai spices include cinnamon, ginger, cardamom, and others. This spice combination can be used to make a delicious coffee creamer at home. This is a page about chai spiced coffee creamer recipe.
Honey Bee Wine RecipeHoney, clover flowers, and a few more ingredients are needed to make this delicious wine. This page contains a honey bee wine recipe.
Healthy Egg Cream Soda RecipeThis page contains a healthy egg cream soda recipe. Enjoy the rich flavor you might find at an old fashioned soda fountain.