Looking for the perfect detox drink after these crazy holidays? We’ve got the best detox drink around, and it requires no blender or special equipment! Infused waters are all the rage these days, and for good reason, too! They’ve been proven to be extremely healthy, and are a tasty alternative to store-bought sugary sodas and artificially flavored iced teas. This detox drink is loaded with ginger, mint, cucumber, and lemon. Drink up!

Fresh and Healthy Detox Drink For the New Year!

Photos: Thinspiration, Housewife Glamour.

New Year’s is almost here and it’s time to get ready for the biggest party of the year! Try this unique twist on the classic Long Island cocktail. You won’t be disappointed, and neither will your guests! This cocktail is pretty strong, so it’s not for the faint of heart!

New Year’s Long Island Cocktail With a Twist

 Photos: Cravings of a Lunatic.

This blueberry bread is so moist and delicious that we guarantee it will become a family favorite! The bread loaf is bursting with blueberries, and it’s topped with a lemony sugar glaze. Serve it for a special Sunday breakfast, or for a light snack. Pair it with some hot Arabica coffee and you’ve got yourself the perfect treat!

Blueberry Bread With Lemon Glaze

Serves 10

Blueberry bread topped with a sugary lemon glaze.

Ingredients

• 1½ cup flour
• 1 tsp baking powder
• ¼ tsp salt
• 6 tbsp unsalted butter, room temperature
• 1⅓ cup granulated sugar, divided use
• 2 large eggs
• 2 tsp grated lemon peel
• ½ cup milk
• 1½ cup fresh blueberries
• 3 tbsp lemon juice

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 325 F. Butter and sugar a 8 1/2×4 1/2×2 1/2″ loaf pan. Set aside.
2. Whisk flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl. Set aside.
3. Cream butter and 1 cup sugar using an electric mixer until fluffy. Add in the eggs one at a time and mix well after each addition. Add in lemon peel.
4. Mix in flour mixture, alternating with the milk. Begin with the flour mixture and end with the flour mixture.
5. Coat blueberries lightly with a small amount of flour and gently fold them into the batter.
6. Add batter to the loaf pan and bake for 1 hour. A toothpick inserted into the center should come out clean when it’s finished.
7. Add the remaining 1/3 cup of sugar and lemon juice to a saucepan and bring to a boil. Stir until the sugar dissolves.
8. Remove the loaf from the oven and pierce the top with a toothpick several times. Pour the hot sugar mixture over the loaf.
9. Cool for 30 minutes in the pan, then turn the bread out of the pan to cool completely.

Photos and recipe: A Muse in My Kitchen.

Serve these salmon kabobs as an appetizer at your next BBQ! All you have to do is marinade them in a simple sauce, put them onto skewers, and toss them onto the grill! The marinade is made up of soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, ginger, garlic, and pepper. Deliciously healthy, these kabobs are sure to become a new favourite!

Citrus Grilled Salmon Barbeque Kabobs

Try these kabobs at your next BBQ, they’re a guaranteed crowd-pleaser!

Ingredients

• 1 pound salmon fillet without skin
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 1/4 cup honey
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 tsp minced fresh ginger
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 pinch black pepper
• fresh lemon slices
• 12 skewers

Instructions

1. Slice the salmon into small chunks. Thread the salmon pieces onto soaked wooden skewers, alternating with lemon slices. Place them in a shallow dish.
2. In a bowl, combine soy sauce, ginger, honey, pepper, and garlic. Mix well. Pour the marinade over the skewers and coat well. Leave it to stand at room temperature for 30 minutes.
3. When you’re finished marinading, transfer the marinade to a small saucepan and simmer for a few minutes.
4. Preheat your outdoor grill to medium-high heat.
5. Oil your grates lightly. Cook your skewers for 4 minutes each side. Brush them often with the marinade until the fish flakes easily with a fork.

Photos: Community.Epicurious, My Invisible Crown.

We’ve decided to ditch the store-bought deodorizers in favor of natural, home-made ones. Free of any toxic chemicals, they’re completely safe for you and your pets. These natural home deodorizers can be made in almost any combination. Simply add the ingredients (cut any fruit into slices ) to a pot and fill 3/4 of the way with water. Bring to a boil, then lower the temperature down to a simmer. Leave the scent to simmer for a few hours, adding water as needed. If you like, you can use a crock pot instead of using the stove. You can also freeze the scents for future use. Remember, there are no measurements in these recipes! Experiment a little to find which scent suits you best.

Here are a few recipes to get you started:

1. Cinnamon sticks, orange rinds, apple peels, and whole cloves.

2. A few drops of vanilla and orange peels.

3. Lime, coconut oil, and vanilla.

4. Oranges, cinnamon sticks, whole cloves, and vanilla.

5. Rosemary, lavender, and lemon.

6. Cedar twigs.

7. Lemon, black peppercorns, and basil.

8. Earl Grey tea and vanilla extract.

9. Lemon, peppermint extract, and rosemary.

10. Orange and almond extract.

Photos: Day Break Houses, Eliza Domestica, A Joyful Dwelling.