Strawberry matcha sorbet popsicle

It's been really hot these last two weeks for most people. My kids are getting cranky because going outside to play in the sprinkler is still too hot. Luckily we have our AC (even if it can't maintain it's programmed temperature if it's over 95F) So in attempt to keep my kids cool and hydrated I made popsicles. My daughter is over the moon for them.

First you are going to make sure you have popsicle mold. I love the silicone ice pop mold in comparison to the the the Popsicle stick molds. I feel as though they are more secure and less likely to spill. 

The recipe was really easy.

Ingredients:

• 4 cups of frozen strawberries ( You can use fresh, but i would still freeze them before hand to make sure you get the right consistency)
• 3 cups of unsweetened vanilla coconut milk (You can sub some for water for a less coconut flavor
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• 1 teaspoon of matcha tea powder
• Sweetened with local honey to taste ( I used 2 tablespoons, but will probably use less next time) 

Blend coconut milk and strawberries first, then mix in the rest of the ingredients. It's definitely more of a sorbet than anything else. You can pour it into a tupperware and just scoop out a little bowl for a late night snack. Yumm :D

The kids love having something they can take outside and run with so I pour the sorbet into the molds. If you use frozen strawberries I would freeze for about 3 hours before eating, longer if your strawberries weren't frozen.

Beat the cold season tea

School is back in season, so naturally you know your kids are going to be covered in germs from hundreds of their classmates. So I thought I would tell how I prepare my tea during this time of year. Of course the

Of course the best way to deal with cold season is to take care of your body before you get sick. A healthy diet, good sleep, exercise and keeping your water intake is a good start to keep you body functioning at optimal performance. This will make it easier for you body to fight off illness.

Here is my Tea: I Like to do peppermint and chamomile tea, with lemon juice, local raw honey, and some cinnamon.

Peppermint tea: Is an anti bacterial, and it's soothing quality is effective against both stuffy noses and an upset stomach

Chamomile tea: Is really effective in calming your body and promotes sleep.

Lemon juice: Is packed full of vitamin C and is said to decrease the strength of the common cold.

Local raw honey: Soothes sore throats, and is a great immune booster

Cinnamon: Is both a powerful anti-bacterial and anti-oxidant.