Drink the Tropics

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Send your taste buds to the islands with these simple, refreshing tropical drinks. Combine, mix, serve and enjoy! Who knew a tropical getaway could be so easy?
Pineapple Drink Recipe

Pineapple Dream

COMBINE

  • 3 cups Pineapple juice
  • 1 cup Orange juice
  • 1 cup Coconut water
  • 2 cups Club soda
  • Pineapple slices and maraschino cherries, for garnish
  1. Mix all liquids in a pitcher. Garnish chilled glasses with pineapple slices and a maraschino cherry. Serves 4.
 
Dragon Fruit Drink Recipe

Dragon Delight

COMBINE

  • 1 Red-fleshed dragon fruit, roughly chopped into small pieces
  • 1 Ripe mango
  • 4 Fresh mint leaves
  • 4 oz. Pineapple juice
  • 1 handful Crushed ice
  • 1/3 cup Sparkling water
  1. Mix in a blender until smooth. Serve in a chilled glass, garnished with dragon fruit slice. Serves 2.
 
Passionfruit Drink Recipe

Island Refresher

COMBINE

  • 3 cups Passionfruit juice
  • 2 cups Coconut water
  • 1/2 cup Fresh lime juice (about 8 limes)
  • 2 cups Club soda or sparkling water
  • 1/2 Pineapple, cored and cut into spears
  1. In a pitcher, mix all the liquids. Pour into chilled glasses and garnish with pineapple spears. Serves 4.
 
Rambutan Breeze Spritzer

Rambutan Breeze

COMBINE

  • 1 Rambutan
  • 1 tsp. Sugar, or to taste
  • 1 oz. Water
  • 1 tsp. Lime juice
  • 1/4 tsp. Vanilla
  • 2 oz. Club soda
  1. Slice the rambutan around the middle and peel out the fruit. Add to blender with the other ingredients. Serve in chilled glasses.

Facebook Live: Savor Summer with Stone Fruit

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Savor Summer with Stone Fruit

Your summertime pit stop is here! Explore the summer’s sweetest stone fruit with these mouth-watering recipes by Joanna from Baked by Joanna. 

Plumcot Sangria Mocktail

A plumcot sangria mocktail that’s refreshing and light. The longer it chills in the fridge, the better it tastes!

INGREDIENTS:

  • 8 Plumcots (2 different varieties), pitted and sliced into wedges
  • 12 oz. Brewed Ginger Beer
  • 1 lg. Sparkling Lemon Mineral Water, plus extra to top off drink
  • 6 springs Mint Leaves, plus extra for garnish
  • Maple syrup (optional)
  • Cherries, pitted (optional)

INSTRUCTIONS:

  1. Fill a large pitcher with the sliced plumcots, ginger beer, sparkling lemon mineral water and mint leaves. Refrigerate for a minimum of 2 hours.
  2. When serving, add sweetness by adding a teaspoon of maple syrup (or more, depending on preference) to a glass before pouring in the sangria mocktail and spooning in pieces of the fruit. Top with a splash of sparkling lemon mineral water and garnish with a mint sprig.
  3. To keep the beverage cold, add frozen cherries.

Quick Plumcot Crumble 

This flavorful crumble is prepared on the stove and takes only minutes to complete, leaving you more time to savor!

INGREDIENTS:

  • 8 Plumcots (2 different varieties), peeled, pitted and sliced into wedges.
  • 1/3 cup Maple syrup
  • 1 tsp. All-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp. Cinnamon, ground
  • Sugar (optional)
  • 2 Tbsp. Butter, unsalted
  • 1 cup Rolled oats
  • 12 gingersnaps, chopped
  • 2/3 cup Pecans, chopped
  • 1/4 cup Pumpkin seeds, raw
  • Whipped cream (optional)

INSTRUCTIONS:

  1. In a pan on medium heat, add the plumcots (including juices) and 1 tablespoon of maple syrup. Cook until the juices come to a slow simmer and then stir in the flour and ground cinnamon. Cook until the sauce thickens. Taste and add sugar, if preferred. Remove from the heat and set aside.
  2. In a nonstick pan, cook the butter on medium-high heat until it browns. Add the oats, toasting until the oats have absorbed the butter and have turned slightly golden. Stir in the gingersnaps, pecans, pumpkin seeds and remainder of the maple syrup. Cook until the syrup looks absorbed and large clusters form. Transfer the mixture to a parchment-lined plate and allow to cool. Be careful not to break the clusters.
  3. Serve the plumcots with the oat crumble. Top with whipped cream.

Stone Fruit Grazing Board

An easy way to snack is to assemble a grazing board. Match stone fruits with nuts, spreads, cheese and crackers to satisfy both sweet and savory cravings.

INGREDIENTS:

  • Variety of stone fruit: plumcots, apricots, nectarines, cherries, etc.
  • Dark chocolate squares
  • Gingersnap or spiced cookies
  • Stone fruit preserves
  • Goat cheese
  • Maple syrup
  • Rosemary
  • Savory and sweet crackers
  • Variety of nuts and seeds
  • Tools: serving tray/board, parchment paper, cupcake liners and small bowls

INSTRUCTIONS:

  1. Line a serving tray/board with parchment paper.
  2. Add larger stone fruits making sure to spread out the colors on opposite ends.
  3. Tuck in cupcake liners with cookies and chocolate squares.
  4. Place in bowls filled with preserves.
  5. Flatten two cupcake liners to use as the base for the goat cheese. Spread into a circle and top with maple syrup and rosemary.
  6. Tuck in crackers along the edges.
  7. Fill remaining gaps with seeds, nuts, halved/sliced fruit and smaller stone fruits. To create a more organic look, sprinkle the seeds and nuts over other ingredients in close proximity.
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Bite-sized Mother’s Day Brunch Ideas

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Surprise mom on her special day with a batch of these bite-sized treats, a fresh floral bouquet and a heartwarming note. We’ve rounded up three of our blogger friends to share their Mother’s Day recipes. Mini Quiche Recipe

Gluten-free Mini Quiche Recipe

Recipe By: One Lovely Life food blog Whether you’re making brunch for a crowd or doing weekly meal prep, these mini quiches with hash brown crusts are the perfect dish to serve! They are naturally gluten- and dairy-free, and you can fill them with your favorite toppings! Ingredients:
  • 1 16-oz. pkg. Sprouts Brand Organic Frozen Hash Browns, thawed
  • 3–4 Tbsp. Sprouts Brand Olive Oil, melted butter or ghee
  • 1–2 cups Toppings (see below for suggestions)
  • 8 Eggs
  • Salt and pepper, to taste.
Instructions:
  1. Preheat oven to 425°F.
  2. In a large bowl, combine thawed hash browns with olive oil.
  3. Divide hash browns between 12 muffin cups. Press down the center to create a well and press the sides firmly against the rim of the muffin cup.
  4. Bake hash brown “cups” at 425°F for 20–30 minutes, or until they start to brown.
  5. Remove from oven and add desired toppings to the center of each hash brown cup.
  6. Whisk eggs in a small bowl (or liquid measuring cup with a spout) with a pinch of salt and pepper.
  7. Working gently, pour egg mixture over the toppings just to fill.
  8. Bake again at 425°F for 20–25 minutes, or until centers are just set.
  9. Allow to cool slightly before transferring to a cooling rack.
 
Fruit Tart Recipe

Mini Yogurt Fruit Tart Recipe

Recipe By: Recipes to Nourish Mini Yogurt Fruit Tarts are a fun little bite for special occasions and brunches. These healthy, grain-free tarts are topped with protein-rich Greek yogurt and fresh berries, nestled on a homemade pistachio crust.

INGREDIENTS:

  • 1 cup Pistachios, shelled
  • 4 Medjool dates, pitted
  • 1 Tbsp. Sprouts Brand Cocoa or cacao powder
  • 1 Tbsp. Sprouts Brand Butter, melted (can also use melted ghee or avocado oil)
  • 3/4–1 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1–1 1/2 cup Fresh organic berries
  • 4 Tbsp. Organic apricot preserves (optional)

INSTRUCTIONS:

  1. Place Medjool dates in a small bowl and cover with warm water to soak and soften for about 30 minutes.
  2. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Get a muffin pan ready and set aside.
  3. Place pistachios, soaked and drained Medjool dates, cocoa powder and healthy fat of choice in a food processor.
  4. Pulse about 3–5 times, just until combined (do not over mix it or it will turn into pistachio butter).
  5. Evenly distribute mixture in 12 muffin cups.
  6. Using clean hands, press the mixture down into each muffin cup, forming a mini crust that covers the bottom and comes up the edges about 1/2 inch.
  7. Bake at 350°F for 7–8 minutes.
  8. Allow the mini tarts to cool completely in the muffin pan, about 30 minutes, before gently removing the mini tart crusts (do not attempt to remove them until they are completely cool or they will break).
  9. Top each mini tart with about 1 tablespoon of yogurt. Add 1 teaspoon of the optional apricot preserves on top of the yogurt.
  10. Top with each mini tart with fresh berries.
  11. Serve immediately.
 
Egg Bites Recipe

Mushroom & Sun-dried Tomato Egg Bite Recipe

Recipe By: Handmade in the Heartland These delicious veggie-filled egg cups are perfect for brunch!

INGREDIENTS:

  • 6 Sprouts Brand Organic Eggs
  • 2/3 cup Milk
  • 2 cups Cheese, shredded (1 cup each Havarti & Fontina)
  • 1 8-oz. container Crimini mushrooms, diced
  • 1 Garlic clove, diced
  • 1/3 cup Chopped sun-dried tomatoes
  • 1 Tbsp. Sprouts Brand Olive Oil
  • 1 Tbsp. Fresh rosemary, chopped
  • 1 tsp. Sea salt

INSTRUCTIONS:

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
  2. Heat a sauté pan over medium heat, add olive oil and mushrooms. Cook until mushrooms release their juices, then add garlic and rosemary. Cook for 1–2 minutes. Set aside.
  3. Add eggs to a large mixing bowl and beat. Add the mushroom mixture along with the remaining ingredients and mix well.
  4. Pour into 24 mini muffin cups sprayed with cooking spray or buttered. Fill each muffin cup 3/4 full.
  5. Bake at 350°F for 20–25 minutes. You want the middle of the eggs to be fully cooked and not wobbly.
  6. Remove and let cool for a few minutes before serving.
 

DIY Gift Bundles for Mother’s Day

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Need a last minute Mother’s Day gift? Look no further than these DIY gift baskets your mom will love! Mother’s Day is just around the corner and you may be rushing to find the perfect gift for mom. A gift basket made by you is a thoughtful, practical and personalized gift that any mother in your life will cherish. Check out these easy, DIY gift basket ideas created by our friends at Fresh Mommy Blog; Food, Pleasure & Health; and One Lovely Life!

The Ultimate Pampering Gift Bundle by Fresh Mommy Blog

If anyone needs a little pampering in their lives, it’s the mamas of the world! Give her the gift she may not give herself – everything she needs for an evening of relaxation and pampering.

Supplies:Basket filled with assortment of gifts.

  • Body Wash – Nubian Heritage Patchouli & Buriti
  • Body Lotion – Nubian Heritage Patchouli & Buriti
  • Body Scrub – Nubian Heritage Patchouli & Buriti
  • Pretty Soap – Sappohill Oatmeal Soap Bar
  • Candle – Tru Mélange Harmony Vanilla & Peppermint
  • Bath Bomb
  • Body brush or natural sponge
  • Wine – Gérard Bertrand Coté des Roses
  • Chocolates
  • Flowers
  • Basket
  • Hand towels

Instructions:

  1. Start with a color theme! While browsing the bath and beauty aisles of Sprouts, I landed on the theme of blush and vanilla. The Nubian Heritage bottles were pretty, and the perfect start to our themed basket. The product also smelled fantastic!
  2. Gather any items that would make bath-time a pampering and relaxing experience. In keeping with the vanilla theme, the Tru Mélange candle fit right in. The pumice stone and brush combo matched, and so did the oatmeal soap.
  3. Next, it was time to add a few extra treats. Chocolates are definitely part of a pampering experience, and I picked up a couple containers of various chocolates to put in mason jars to add to the look and feel of the gift basket. You could use goodie bags, add ribbon, tags, etc.
  4. Don’t forget something to drink! Mom’s favorite tea, coffee or wine makes a great pairing for a night of pampering. Rosé is not only a top choice, it’s also a beautiful one! This bottle of Gérard Bertrand Coté des Roses was stunning and I knew the bottle could even be reused later.
  5. Grab a beautiful bouquet to top off the basket, and you’re ready to go!
  6. Using towels, wash cloths or even a robe, begin to build the ultimate pampering basket by layering the items so each is visible and compliments the others.

Loves to Cook Bundle by Food, Pleasure & Health

Each item in this basket is hand-picked for moms who are adventurous cooks and are ready for more finesse in the kitchen.

Supplies:

Supplies:

  1. Gather all of the supplies from your favorite craft store and ingredients from Sprouts.
  2. Lay the basket flat on the floor and put empty cardboard box or riser inside for height.
  3. Cover the riser/cardboard box with tissue paper or fabric.
  4. Arrange the ingredients; think about color combination and height to make it visually appealing.
  5. Cover with cellphone bag, bows or other decorations as desired.

Natural Beauty Bundle by One Lovely Life

This gorgeous basket is full of natural beauty favorites—from makeup to self-care and more. This is the perfect gift for the beauty lover in your life.

Ingredients:Assortment of gifts in a basket.

Instructions:

  1. Assemble all items in your favorite basket or bag.
  2. Give along with fresh flowers.

5 Easy Ideas for Throwing a Grad Party

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by Katie Sullivan Morford, RDN, founder of Mom’s Kitchen Handbook  Graduation party food ideasGraduation is nearly here. If you’ve got a high school, college or even grad student about to collect a diploma, festivities are in order. It can be tricky to plan and execute, since graduation season can feel overwhelmingly busy. Just know that there is no one-size-fits-all way to celebrate. Here are five fun graduation party food ideas—pick the right one for you and your graduate.

Backyard BBQ

With the weather warming up, move the party outdoors to minimize indoor chaos. It’s an ideal solution for more casual gatherings. Go with ribs, burgers and dogs, making sure you have a main dish option for vegetarians as well. Add a few favorite salads and a platter of fresh fruit, and your job is done.
  • Make It Special: For dessert, arrange a make-your-own-ice-cream-sandwich bar. Set out Bakery Cookie Trays from Sprouts, a tub of vanilla ice cream, and an ice cream scooper and let everyone get to it.

Open House

If you want to invite a lot of people without a lot of work, an open house is the way to go. It can be as straightforward as putting together a few simple appetizers and setting up a bar with your favorite drinks. With Sprouts, you can make it a little more substantial with no effort by ordering Pretzel Hoagie Platters along with a Fresh Vegetable and Hummus Tray.
  • Make It Special: Create a signature mocktail to serve the graduates, such as pineapple/orange juice blended with fresh strawberries served over ice with little paper umbrellas for added flair.

Sit-down Dinner

For something on the more intimate side, a sit-down dinner is a pretty sweet way to celebrate. Start off with an elegant Signature Cheese Tray from Sprouts. For the entree, side and salad, poll your graduate to find out their favorite dishes. If they’re off to college, these are the recipes they’re going to miss!
  • Make It Special: Put your graphic design skills to work by printing an official menu to put at each place setting. It will make the evening feel special and doubles as graduation memorabilia.

Brunch

Depending on the timing of graduation, doing brunch can be a lively way to celebrate. If you have a signature brunch recipe, now is the time to pull it out. If not, start by settling on one main dish, ideally something you can make ahead, such as an egg casserole or baked French toast. Fill in from there by adding a Fresh Fruit Trays and a European Bakery Tray from Sprouts. Make it extra pretty by arranging the fruit and baked goods on your best platters (nobody needs to know they didn’t come out of your own kitchen!).
  • Make It Special: Pick up flowers and balloons that are the colors of your graduate’s soon-to-be school. It won’t go unnoticed.

Potluck

If your budget is tight, consider joining forces with families of other graduates and host a potluck. Map out a game plan, dividing up main dishes, sides, salads, desserts and beverages so you have a nice balance on the table. Keep clean up easy (and eco-friendly) by using the compostable paper goods sold at Sprouts.
  • Make It Special: Gather or make a few silly props, masks, and signs, and set up a make-shift photo booth. If you can get your hands on an instant camera, everyone goes home with a memento from the day.

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Peppers: Hot, Hotter, Hottest

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Chile Peppers

So Hot Right Now!

Loaded with nutrients like vitamins A, C and B9 (folic acid), peppers are also low-calorie and a good source of fiber. You can’t talk about peppers without talking about capsaicin, the chemical compound that provides the heat we experience when eating peppers. It can make you sweat, your eyes water and nose run. Capsaicin can also release a rush of endorphins—which is why some people love them! The hotness of a pepper is measured by the Scoville heat scale ranging from zero to 16 million SHU (Scoville heat units). For reference, bell peppers rank zero SHU and jalapeños weigh in at 2,500–8,000 SHU.

Types of Hot Peppers You’ll Find at Sprouts

Long Hots (100–1,000 SHU)
  • Sweet with a slight sizzle
  • Roast ‘em or pan fry with olive oil
  • Not as hot as a jalapeño
Anaheim Pepper (500–2,500 SHU)
  • Mild fruity sweetness with a touch of heat
  • Super versatile, try them in salsa or chiles rellenos
  • Usually green, when left on the vine to turn red, they’re called chile Colorado
Hungarian Wax Pepper(1,000–15,000 SHU)
  • Tangy, it looks like a banana pepper, but has more heat
  • Great tossed in a salad
  • Can be eaten raw
Jalapeño (2,500–8,000 SHU)
  • Perfect for those who like a little kick
  • A smoke-dried jalapeño is called a chipotle
  • Can be eaten raw and are perfect in pico de gallo
Habanero (100,000–350,000 SHU)
  • Fruity flavor with serious fire
  • Good for mixing with tropical flavors like mango in salsa
  • Range in color from yellows, to oranges and reds
Ghost Pepper (855,000–1,041,427 SHU)
  • Fruity and tropical, intensely hot
  • Whip up a BBQ sauce
  • 100 times hotter than a jalapeño
Dried Reaper (1,400,000–2,200,000 SHU)
  • Sweet and fruity with fiery heat
  • Mix into a hot salsa
  • A cross between a ghost pepper and a red habanero

What to Do If You’ve Eaten a Pepper That’s Too Hot

Your natural inclination after eating a pepper-shaped inferno will likely be to reach for water—after all, you feel like your mouth is on fire. This would be a rookie maneuver though. Capsaicin is an oil; and oil and water don’t mix. Drinking water will just spread the fire. Instead, try one of these remedies.
  • Water & vinegar mixed together, can be swished and spit out. This combination helps to break down the fats of the capsaicin, cooling your mouth.
  • Beer with a healthy squeeze of lime can have similar results as the water and vinegar combination (but you can drink this elixir!), with the added bonus that the carbonation has a cooling and soothing effect as well.
  • Dairy, because of the protein casein, can help to neutralize the heat as well. If you’ve made your dish too spicy, tone it down with a dollop of sour cream or plain Greek yogurt—it’ll make a world of difference.

TIP:

When you’re prepping and cooking peppers, always wear a pair of latex or nitrile gloves to keep the oils from getting on your hands. If you don’t have gloves? Don plastic bags while you chop and prep the hot peppers.

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Traditional Ham with a Twist

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Put together a delicious Easter spread full of uncured and gluten-free centerpiece hams—every bunny will say
the meal is “ham-tastic!”

Baked Ham with Apricot
and Orange Glaze

Flavors from the apricot and orange will surprise your taste buds and have everyone going back for seconds.

Thanks to Alyssa at AlyssaKayle.com for this recipe.

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Pomegranate Maple Glazed Ham

Roasted with a sweet and decadent glaze, this ham features flavors of pomegranate, citrus and maple.

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Slow Cooker Honey Glazed Ham

Take the stress out of Easter with this easy-to-make slow cooker ham covered in a honey glaze with brown sugar and cloves.

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Garlic and Pineapple Glazed Ham

This ham has maximum flavor with its pineapple, garlic and dijon glaze with notes of brown sugar and cloves.

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Herb and Citrus Glazed Ham

Serve up a zesty ham smothered in herbs and fresh citrus for a satisfying sweet and herbaceous flavor.

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Spring Break Travel Snack Tips

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by Mary Ellen Phipps, MPH, RDN, LD founder of milkandhoneynutrition.com It’s hard to believe, but winter is quickly coming to an end and before we know it spring will be here bringing warmer temps, yummy produce and the start of a big travel season. Bento-box-style snack boxes with fruit, vegetables and sandwiches.

Why Be Prepared

Whether you’re just making a day trip with the kids to your local zoo, setting out across the country for a fun-filled road trip, or hopping on a two-hour flight to your closest beach, there are a few reasons to make sure you come prepared with snacks from home. Cost: Buying snack foods in airports, or convenience stores is far more expensive than purchasing them at your local grocery store or making them at home. Gut health: The stress of travel alone can often throw gut bacteria out of whack. New-to-you snack foods purchased while traveling may create some GI distress as well. It’s a good idea to pack some tried-and-true favorites. Immune health: Our immune systems can be another victim of travel stress. If we’re not fueling our bodies properly, our immune system could take an even bigger hit – making us more prone to getting sick.

A Few Things to Keep in Mind

Day Trip

Taking a day trip allows you the flexibility to pack both shelf-stable and refrigerated snacks in a cooler.  If you plan to be gone all day, remember to pack substantial foods as well. Freezing some beverages and ice packs will keep things nice and cool. Any food that is supposed to be refrigerated should be kept on ice as long as possible. Once it is taken out of the cooler (or the cooler is no longer below 40°F), it should be consumed within two to four hours. If you’re ever in doubt, just throw it out. Day-Trip Snacks
  • Popcorn
  • Dark chocolate rice cakes
  • Bananas
  • Oranges
  • Energy bites
Cooler Snacks
  • Berries
  • Yogurt
  • Flavored water
  • Sandwiches
  • Chicken salad
  • Snacking cheese

Longer Road Trip

For longer road trips, you’ll want to keep the same food safety precautions in mind as you would on day trips. Keep in mind that cooler snacks will only last one day or less depending on the length of your trip. If your road trip will be longer than one day, try to scout out your favorite grocery stores along the route—stocking up on refrigerated goods as you make your way to your destination. Some of my preferred shelf-stable, travel-friendly snacks include:
  • 100% uncured beef sticks
  • Oat bites
  • Apple sauce
  • Nut butter
  • Whole-grain bread
  • Breakfast cereal
  • Snack-size bars
  • Nut butter pouches
  • Other shelf-stable produce options like apples and grapes

Plane Trip 

Plane trips are a bit different when it comes to picking out your snacks. You’ll need to consider what will fit in your carry-on bag as well as what security will allow you to bring. If you bring a cooler, make sure all the ice packs are frozen solid. Anything that is not frozen, including foods, beverages, and ice packs is subject to the TSA’s 3-1-1 rule. Plane trips are the perfect opportunity to shop delicious bulk snacks in the Bulk Department, where you can choose the amount that best fits in your luggage. Easy-to-pack items include:
  • Walnuts
  • Chocolate-covered almonds
  • Pistachios
  • Dried mangos
  • Pumpkin seeds
  • Plantain chips
  • Granola
Whatever your plans are this spring break, whether you’re traveling cross country or to the nearby park, make sure to stop by your local Sprouts to find your favorite travel-friendly snacks!
 
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Mary Ellen Phipps, MPH, RDN, LD, is the Registered Dietitian, mom, food blogger and recipe developer behind milkandhoneynutrition.com. She’s also a type 1 diabetic and firmly believes food should bring us joy, not stress. Mary Ellen makes healthy eating easy, realistic and most importantly … fun! Visit her website and you’ll find yummy low-sugar, diabetes-friendly recipes the whole family will love … as well as helpful tips and a little mom humor.

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Facebook Live: Celebrate Citrus

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Citrus Centerpiece

Use fresh citrus in an unexpected way to create a free-flowing wreath centerpiece. For added interest, incorporate homemade citrus candle holders. Citrus-Centerpiece

Materials:

  • 2 bunches Mixed greens foliage
  • Bakers twine
  • Wide variety of citrus (blood oranges, pink grapefruits, Cara Cara organes, Minneola tangelos, Meyer lemons)
  • 2 votive candles
  • 1 bunch of Sunflowers

Instructions:

  1. Divide the mixed greens foliage in half. Overlap the stems and secure with bakers twine. Lay on the surface where it will be displayed.
  2. Arrange citrus to overlap the stems. Halve and quarter a few citrus to fill in gaps.
  3. Create citrus candle holders by using a knife to cut the top off and hollow out citrus comparable to the size of votives, such as minneola tangelos. Cut a small sliver off the bottom of the citrus to create a sturdy base. Insert the votives. Add the citrus candles to the display.
  4. Trim sunflower stems and arrange throughout the centerpiece.
  5. Use any extra sprigs from the mixed greens foliage to add texture throughout the section of citrus.

Panna Cotta with Citrus Honey Preserve

Sweet, creamy- and citrusy! Check out Joanna’s perfect, easy-to-make dessert. Prepare up to 3 days in advance to serve a crowd. Citrus-Panna-Cotta

Ingredients:

Panna Cotta:

  • 1 qt. Heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup White sugar
  • 1/2 Vanilla bean, split with seeds scraped
  • 2 1/4 tsp. Unflavored powdered gelatin
  • 3 Tbsp.Water

Citrus Honey Preserve:

  • 1 large Meyer lemon, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup Clover honey
  • 1 sprig Rosemary

Toppings:

  • 1 large Meyer lemon, thinly sliced
  • 1 Blood orange, thinly sliced
  • 1 Tbsp. White sugar
  • 1/4 cup Glazed or candied pecans, roughly chopped
  • Rosemary and orange mint sprigs, for garnish

Instructions:

  1. To make the panna cotta: Combine the cream, sugar, vanilla bean and seeds in a saucepan. Bring to a simmer. Remove from heat, cover and allow to steep for 15 minutes. Uncover, remove the vanilla bean and bring back to a simmer. In a bowl, mix together the gelatin with water. Remove the cream mixture from the heat and stir in the gelatin until dissolved. Divide evenly between 8 ramekins. Cool to room temperature, cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until set, a minimum of 3 hours.
  2. To make the preserve: Fill an airtight jar with the Meyer lemon slices, honey and rosemary. Seal with lid. Shake to ensure there are no air pockets under the fruit. Store in the refrigerator overnight. Shake occasionally to mix the juices with the honey.
  3. To make the topping: Preheat the oven to 200 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Lay the citrus to dry.
  4. Assemble: Top each panna cotta with 1-2 tablespoons citrus honey preserve. Add a slice of each dried citrus slice. Divide the chopped pecans evenly amongst the panna cottas, and finish with rosemary and orange mint sprigs.

Zesty Ceviche

Speedy ceviche made with cooked shrimp. It is slightly sweet and tangy thanks to the Cara Cara oranges and pummelo grapefruit.

CevicheIngredients:

  • 1 lb. Medium cooked shrimp, tails removed
  • 1/2 cucumber diced
  • 1 Large jalapeno, seeded and chopped
  • 1 Vine ripe tomato, diced
  • 2 Tbsp. Chopped red onion
  • 1 Avocado, seeded and diced
  • 1 Cara Cara orange, peeled and diced
  • 1 Pink grapefruit, peeled and diced
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • Juice of 1 Cara Cara orange
  • 3 Tbsp. Cilantro

Instructions:

  1. In a bowl, mix all ingredients.
  2. Cover and refrigerate until ready to eat. Serve with chips.
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Joanna is a commercial food stylist based in Phoenix, Arizona. Her work and recipes have been seen around the world. When she is not styling for her favorite brands, she enjoys publishing recipes and sharing her love of everything food on her self-titled blog many remember as Baked by Joanna. Her other interests include spending time with her family and staying healthy and fit.

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Need a thoughtful and creative holiday gift? Look no further than these DIY gift baskets that your friends and family will love! It can be hard to pick out the perfect gift during the holiday rush. A gift basket made by you is a thoughtful, practical and personalized gift that any friend or family member will cherish. Follow this gift guide for easy, DIY bundle ideas created by our friends at A Baker’s House, Fit Foodie Le, Jason Sani, One Lovely Life, and Zen & Spice!

Cozy Winter Cocoa Bundle by A Baker’s House

Give the gift of chocolate! They’ll spend cold winter nights sipping on sweet hot cocoa and enjoying their favorite chocolate treats.

Supplies:

  • Sprouts Dark Chocolate Marshmallows
  • Sprouts Rich Chocolate Truffles
  • Sprouts Candy Cane Marshmallows
  • Sprouts Organic Hazelnut Spread
  • Sprouts Chocolate Wafers
  • Chocolate Bars
  • Sprouts Soy Holiday Candle (in-store only)
  • Dandee Mini Marshmallows
  • Sprouts Iced Gingerbread Cookies
  • Sprouts Chocolate Wafers
  • Sprouts Classic Holiday Sugar Cookies
  • Sprouts Organic Cocoa Powder
  • Chocolate covered pretzels from the Bulk Department
  • Chocolate maltballs from the Bulk Department
  • Plaid blanket wrap
  • Mugs
  • Basket
DIY Cozy Cocoa Gift Bundle Collection

Fitness Fanatic Bundle by Fit Foodie Le

Keep your fitness-loving friends on track with a bundle full of wholesome snacks and healthy treats.

Supplies:

  • Sprouts Himalayan Sea Salt Popcorn
  • Seven Sundays Gluten-free Muesli
  • Protein Shaker Bottle (in-store only)
  • Manitoba Harvest Shelled Hemp Hearts
  • Quest Nutrition Protein Chips
  • Country Life Vegan D3 Spray
  • Country Life B-Complex Powder
  • Sprouts Bath Bombs
  • Sprouts Coconut Water
  • Variety of apples
  • Justin’s Classic Almond Butter
  • Super Antioxidant Trail Mix, from the Bulk Department, stored in a resealable jar
  • Sprouts Fizzy Vitamin C Drink Mix
  • Veggie Go’s Sweet Potato Apple Fruit Strips
  • Variety of Larabars
  • Basket
DIY Fitness Lover Gift Bundle Collection

Handsome Holiday Bundle by Jason Sani

Sometimes, it’s hard to shop for that special man in your life. This present falls just under $100 and is filled with necessities he’ll be using all year.

Ingredients:

  • Kal Stevia
  • Lakanto Monk Fruit Sweetener
  • EO Deodorant Spray
  • Nutrasumma Growth Hormone Balance
  • Emerald Men’s Multivitamin
  • Gaiam Strength and Flexibility Bands (in-store only)
  • Four Sigmatic Mushroom Coffee
  • Four Sigmatic Reishi Mushroom Elixir
  • RX Bars
  • Bulletproof Collagen Protein Bars
  • No Cow Chunky Peanut Butter bar
  • Sprouts Vegan Protein Powder
  • Candle of your choice (in-store only)
  • Basket
DIY Gift Bundle For Men Collection

Holiday Host Bundle by One Lovely Life

What do you give someone who always seems to give you their all? Emily from One Lovely Life makes sure she gifts something that makes holiday hosting and entertaining even easier!

Supplies:

  • Assortment of chocolate bars
  • Assortment of holiday teas
  • Vineyard Naturals Wassail Candle (in-store only)
  • Sillycow Farms Hot Chocolate Mix
  • Mrs. Meyer’s Hand Soap
  • Pistachios, from the Bulk Department, place in a bag
  • Ribbon, to tie around bags and bottles
  • Basket
DIY Holiday Host Gift Bundle Collection

New Mom Pampering Kit by Root + Revel

From balm for baby to bubble bath for both, this gift has everything a new mom will need to care for her new bundle of joy—and herself!

Supplies:

  • Traditional Medicinals Pre & Post Natal herbal products
  • Mineral Fusion make-up
  • Boiron Camilia
  • Boiron Cocyntal
  • Thayers Witch Hazel Toner
  • Alba Bonatinca Hawaiian Detox Wipes
  • Sprouts Epsom Salts
  • Variety of bath bombs
  • Everyone Bubble Bath
  • Candles (in-store only)
  • Variety of face masks
  • Variety of essential oils
  • Wire basket
DIY New Mom Gift Bundle Collection

Pet Lover Bundle by Zen & Spice

Fido deserves some holiday cheer too! Gift pups treats they’ll be begging for.

Supplies:

  • Sprouts Jerky Sticks
  • Sprouts Grain-Free Fries
  • Sprouts Grain-Free Mini Bites
  • Doggy Delirious Natural Dog Treats
  • I and Love and You Raw Dog Food
  • I and Love and You Bully Stix
  • Variety of dog bones and sticks
  • Basket
  • Stocking
DIY Dog Lover Gift Bundle Collection