Brownie Points
Posted by Tastefully Simple on July 16, 2021
I used to host garden tea parties in my backyard, and it was planning for these events that taught me the delights of truly tiny treats. They’re cute, “fun-sized” and you can eat several without feeling like you’ve blown your diet – because there can’t be many calories in itty-bitties, right? The downside is that read more »
11 Dinners to Beat the Heat
Posted by Tastefully Simple on July 12, 2021
We all know the old expression: If you can’t stand the heat, get out of the kitchen. But sometimes it’s easier said than done – especially if you’re the one in charge of dinner. Here in Minnesota, it’s been an unusually hot summer so far, complete with highs of 90+ degrees every single week. (In read more »
Stuffed Burgers
Posted by Tastefully Simple on July 9, 2021
Hey, friends – we are deep into burger season, and everybody is playing outside this year. Campgrounds are full, parks are busy, backyards are buzzing! Playing hard requires nourishment, so how about some tasty stuffed burgers? Stuffed burgers are a fun way to shake up your burger game, and they are easy to make. I’ll read more »
5 Sweet & Simple Strawberry Sundaes
Posted by Tastefully Simple on July 7, 2021
Did you know that today is National Strawberry Sundae Day? If you were looking for a reason to dish up a little ice cream, now you have the perfect excuse. (I mean, it’s a holiday. You’re just doing your part.) In fact, July is National Ice Cream Month, which means it’s completely justified to keep the read more »
Refreshing Homemade Ice Pops
Posted by Tastefully Simple on July 2, 2021
We are finally getting out of the Minnesota rollercoaster of freezing-to-warm temps, and I’m ready for the sun! Looking at the forecast for the upcoming days, it might just be the start of hot sun and ice-cold, refreshing beverages. Since I usually have a Tastefully Simple bucket drink (or two!) on hand, I thought, wouldn’t read more »
11 Red, White & Blue Recipes for July 4th
Posted by Tastefully Simple on June 29, 2021
Hosting a backyard BBQ for the 4th of July? Or need a delicious dish to pass for a family picnic or potluck? Bring on the red, white and blue! It’s easy to dazzle your friends and family with one of these 11 perfectly patriotic recipes, fit for any star-spangled celebration. 11 Patriotic Picks for Picnics read more »
Contest Award-Winning Recipes
Posted by Tastefully Simple on June 24, 2021
Anyone else out there love to watch “The Great British Baking Show”? During the pandemic, it became a nightly Netflix binge for my husband and me. I mean, it’s hard not to feel a little better about the world when you’re watching kind-hearted home bakers make all kinds of biscuits, pastries and cakes. Confession: I’m read more »
Camping Faves
Posted by Tastefully Simple on June 22, 2021
Whether you like camping, glamping, or just backyard scamping … food just tastes better when it’s cooked outside. My family and I used to be campers, but now we’re pretty much “glampers” – which means we have ditched our tents for a (very) small camper/trailer. We now have many creature comforts like electricity, water, and read more »
9 Cool Recipes for Hot Summer Days
Posted by Tastefully Simple on June 21, 2021
Basketball camp. Soccer games. Swimming lessons. Baseball tournaments. Summer sports are in full swing, and if you’re a parent, well – I’m willing to bet you are also a part-time chauffeur these days. (At our house, one kiddo has practice most days at 10 am, the other needs to be at the gym by 2:30 read more »
Flavor, Cash & Fun: Is a Tastefully Simple business right for you?
Posted by Tastefully Simple on June 15, 2021
Who couldn’t use little more cash?Who wouldn’t enjoy a life with more flavor?Who doesn’t want to have more fun? The truth is, even people who are pretty satisfied with their lives sometimes dream of something more. It’s not about being greedy; it’s about creating a life you truly love. Maybe you’d like to take a read more »