Homemade Teething Popsicles

Okay, I don't actually own a popsicle maker set {[is that what they're called??]} so I used double shot glasses and baby spoons.
 

Sure, popsicle sticks would work in these glasses too but the only sticks I have are skewers. Besides, colors are fun!

 I used bananas and strawberry yogurt because it's what I had on hand. You could add fresh or frozen fruit to vanilla or plain yogurt if you so desire.

Mix your ingredients together.

{[If you're using fruit, whether fresh or frozen, you'll need to puree them in a blender.]}

 

 Add whatever you'll be using for holding sticks, and cover with foil.

Freeze.

Remove from cups & enjoy!

Miss Harper enjoying her 'sicle

Gabriel always prefers an empty spoon . . .

 Check out those stunning baby blues!

The only thing Liam didn't like about them was how cold they were

Homemade Almond Milk

Last recipe post today, I promise.

So who here loves almond milk?? - I do, I do!!

So when I saw this post on Kitchen Simplicity for homemade almond milk, I died a little. Okay, not really, but I was super excited!

Not to mention, I have all the ingredients sitting in my pantry as we speak. Yes!

What you'll need:

1 cup, raw almonds
3 1/2 cups, water {[plus more for soaking]}

pinch sea salt
2 tsp, vanilla, optional
1/4 tsp, cinnamon, optional
2 Tbsp, maple syrup, optional

 Pick and choose your optional mix-ins or use them all for a delicious beverage that tastes great on it’s own.

Directions:

 Place almonds in a bowl. Cover with enough cold water that the almonds are completely submerged. Set aside and let soak overnight {[or at least 8 hours]}.

Drain and rinse the almonds, place in your blender along with 3 1/2 cups fresh water. Cover and process on the highest setting for one minute.

Line a fine mesh sieve with cheesecloth. Pour the almond mixture through the cheesecloth. Gather the ends of the cheesecloth and, using your hands, squeeze out as much liquid from the almonds as possible. Discard or save the almonds for another use.

Whisk in sea salt along with desired flavorings. Pour into a storage container and refrigerate {[let sit for a couple hours before using for best flavor]}.

Stir or shake before use. This should stay good for up to 5 days.

Makes: 3.5 cups