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Make Fresh Limeade (Fasy & Easy!)

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Here’s how to make fresh limeade with just limes and sugar for a bright, refreshing drink that’s better than any bottled version! My homemade limeade recipe uses less sugar than store-bought and has the ideal sweet-tart balance. Want a way to beat the heat? Try my homemade limeade recipe. This refreshing lime drink has a tangy pop and is a perfect summer drink for parties, or for making a big pitcher to drink off of all week. Homemade limeade from real limes is infinitely tastier than store-bought. You use less sugar to get even more real, sweet-tart flavor. The finish to the sip almost feels like you’re drinking a margarita , but it’s just limes, sugar, and water. A friend of mine brought some over recently, and it made my night! 5 Star Reader Review “So easy to make and such a great balance of citrus and sweet. I had a bunch of limes leftover from a party and still have enough to make another pitcher.” -Amy Ingredie...
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Bushwacker Drink

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This creamy Bushwacker drink recipe is a frozen cocktail that tastes like a chocolate milkshake meets piña colada! Here are my expert tips for the perfect consistency every time. If you love cocktails with sweet, chocolaty flavor, the Bushwacker is for you! This creamy drink is like the lovechild of a chocolate milkshake and a classic piña colada , with rich coffee and coconut notes that make it absolutely irresistible. As a drink expert who’s tested countless cocktail recipes over the years, the Bushwacker is one of my favorite frozen drinks! It’s perfect for sipping poolside as a summer cocktail , or as a dessert drink any time you’re dreaming of sun. 5 Star Reader Review “This is so delicious! I wanted something different than a variation of rum punch or with soda So glad to have tried this! Other recipes online used many other ingredients but this is simple and tastes even better.” -Isabella What Is a Bushwacker? ...
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Celery Salad with Apples

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This crisp celery salad with apples, Parmesan, and a tangy vinaigrette is a no-cook side dish ready in just 15 minutes! This unexpected salad wins over every skeptic. It might sound weird, but this celery salad is one of my favorite salads ever. Yes, the name doesn’t have quite the ring of say, potato salad. But this unique salad is so refreshing, you’ll become a convert from the first bite. Crunchy celery pairs perfectly with sweet apple, Parmesan shavings and a tangy vinaigrette. It’s easy , it’s crunchy, it’s hydrating: it works for summer, and it’s perfect in the winter too. Really, what can’t this celery salad do? 5 Star Reader Review “Different and tasty!” — Ora Ingredients You’ll Need You need just a handful of ingredients for celery salad: and I promise, it will be the talk of your dinner! (At least, it is whenever I serve it to guests.) Pairing the bitter depth and crunch of cel...
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How to Cook Bulgur Wheat

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Here’s how to cook bulgur wheat with a simple soaking method: no stove required! This whole grain is ready in 15 minutes is perfect for salads, grain bowls, or as a healthy side dish. Are you looking to eat more whole grains? Well, look no further than bulgur wheat! It’s one of my favorite grains to cook because well, there’s really no cooking at all! With this grain, you can use a soaking method: simply boil water and then pour it over the grains in a bowl. Then simply wait for the grain to cook itself! It plumps up in no time, and is easy to include in salads, grain bowls, and a healthy side dish. I’ve been cooking it for years, so here’s my easy method for how to cook bulgur. What Is Bulgur Wheat? Bulgur wheat is a  whole grain  made of cracked wheat. It originates in Middle Eastern cuisine. Ever had  tabbouleh  at a Greek, Israeli or Lebanese restaurant? Yep, that’s bulgur wheat! It’s also high in fiber, a good...
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