Monthly Archives: July 2012

Thyme-Scented Berry Pops

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Last pops for herbs and spices month (but don’t you worry! They’ll be more pops in August!). I am a sucker for herbs and fruit–basil and pineapple, watermelon and mint, you name it. I added a hint of earthiness to these berry pops by using a bit of thyme simple 
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Chili-Cheese Couscous Bakes

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This dish was inspired by my craving for macaroni and cheese, having no actual macaroni in the house, and wanting to make a dish that would coincide with the theme of the month–spices. Use your chili or chile powder of choice! Happy Tuesday!!! Chili-Cheese Couscous Bakes (Printable Recipe) Veggies Ingredients: 
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Hibiscus Grape Pops

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Well, it still feels like an inferno here and I still can’t breathe when I go outside, but you know what, I have three things that’s going to make you forget allllll about that sticky heat. 1. Check out my guest post on spices. It’s featured on Blacker Berry Food. 
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Amazing Grass

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I’ve reviewed a number of products on Como Water, but I can tell you that I was thoroughly excited to receive free sample of Amazing Grass products and I’m equally excited to share this review with all of you. I first learned about Amazing Grass through my sister who makes 
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Green Chile Grits Bakes

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Well, I have lots more pops and ice cream to share, but I thought that it was time to post something savory so that you all didn’t think I sat around eating frozen treats all day (ahem). So, I present to you my green chile grits bakes. In a word, 
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Watermelon Ginger Pops

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It’s still hot and sticky here in DC and I’m still posting frozen, spicy, loveliness! In this post, I’m moving from herbs (lavender) to a spicy root–ginger. Ginger is super fragrant, super potent, and can be used in sweet or savory dishes. I first paired ginger with watermelon last summer 
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Lavender Lemonade Pops

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In sticking with the lavender theme, I present to you, my Lavender Lemonade pops! Nothing says refreshing like lemonade and like the chocolate chocolate chip lavender ice cream from my last post, the lavender in this pop makes this traditional flavor just a tad bit more elegant, fragrant, and calming. 
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