Arms uplifted in joy, a metal goddess welcomes you to the garden of author Marilyn Raff in Denver, Colorado.… Read More

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A pocket-sized garden with flowery exuberance was my next stop on the Denver Open Days Tour in June, sponsored by the Garden Conservancy. Arms uplifted in joy, a metal goddess welcomes you to the garden.

The owner, author Marilyn Raff, is a longtime gardener and rock garden aficionado, who downsized to this small property around age 70. She loves color and fragrance and plants for plenty of both. A narrow gravel path leads through wildflowers and grasses toward the house.

Mexican tulip poppy

White prickly poppy

Horned poppy

A bermed rock garden adds ruggedness and an elevation change along the path.

Yucca, a red rose, and giant fleece flower surround a scalloped-edge birdbath.

Rose and giant fleece flower

A hypertufa planter with one of Marilyn’s broken-plate garden accessories, which evokes a good-luck horseshoe

Lavender phlomis

Another of Marilyn’s beloved roses

‘Miss Willmott’s Ghost’ eryngium

And a last look at the garden goddess

Up next: A rock garden with colorful cacti in bloom. For a look back at Keith Funk’s flowering rock garden among the pines, click here.

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These oats soak overnight in milk and pomegranate juice to make a fast, antioxidant rich breakfast to start your day off right.

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Cool off with a sweet, pink pop and feel good about sharing one with your kids, too. These pops are mostly antioxidant-rich raspberries and creamy, protein-packed yogurt, so they are a healthy snack (1, 2). Adding the chia seeds helps to add beneficial fiber to your system, in one delicious pop.

Active time: 15 minutes | Total time: 1 hour and 15 minutes

Raspberry Frozen Yogurt Pops

Ingredients

• 1 cup (227g) plain nonfat Greek yogurt
• 1/4 cup (60g) maple syrup
• 1 1/4 cup (280g) frozen raspberries
• 1 medium ripe banana
• 1 tbsp chia seeds

Directions

Make space in your freezer for the pop molds to stand upright while they freeze. If you don’t have molds, place small 2-oz. paper cups on a sheet pan and have popsicle sticks ready.

In a high-powered blender, combine the yogurt, maple syrup, raspberries, banana and chia seeds. 

Secure the lid and blend until smooth. Divide the mixture evenly into the molds or cups using 1/4-cup portions. The mixture should be thick enough to hold a stick upright. If not, freeze for 1 hour before inserting the sticks.

Freeze until firm. Transfer the pops to a zip-top bag or container and store in the freezer for up to 1 month.

Serves: 6 | Serving Size: 1 pop

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 103; Total Fat: 1g; Saturated Fat: 0g; Monounsaturated Fat: 0g; Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g; Cholesterol: 2mg; Sodium: 17mg; Carbohydrate: 19g; Dietary Fiber: 3g; Sugar: 13g; Protein: 5g

Nutrition Bonus: Potassium: 220mg; Iron: 3%; Vitamin C: 17%; Calcium: 8%

Originally published July 2020; Updated date: June 2026

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A creamy cucumber salad adds vegetables and complements these crispy, baked pretzel-crusted chicken strips.

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Cool off with a sweet, pink pop and feel good about sharing one with your kids, too. These pops are mostly antioxidant-rich raspberries and creamy, protein-packed yogurt, so they are a healthy snack (1, 2). Adding the chia seeds helps to add beneficial fiber to your system, in one delicious pop.

Active time: 15 minutes | Total time: 1 hour and 15 minutes

Raspberry Frozen Yogurt Pops

Ingredients

• 1 cup (227g) plain nonfat Greek yogurt
• 1/4 cup (60g) maple syrup
• 1 1/4 cup (280g) frozen raspberries
• 1 medium ripe banana
• 1 tbsp chia seeds

Directions

Make space in your freezer for the pop molds to stand upright while they freeze. If you don’t have molds, place small 2-oz. paper cups on a sheet pan and have popsicle sticks ready.

In a high-powered blender, combine the yogurt, maple syrup, raspberries, banana and chia seeds. 

Secure the lid and blend until smooth. Divide the mixture evenly into the molds or cups using 1/4-cup portions. The mixture should be thick enough to hold a stick upright. If not, freeze for 1 hour before inserting the sticks.

Freeze until firm. Transfer the pops to a zip-top bag or container and store in the freezer for up to 1 month.

Serves: 6 | Serving Size: 1 pop

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 103; Total Fat: 1g; Saturated Fat: 0g; Monounsaturated Fat: 0g; Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g; Cholesterol: 2mg; Sodium: 17mg; Carbohydrate: 19g; Dietary Fiber: 3g; Sugar: 13g; Protein: 5g

Nutrition Bonus: Potassium: 220mg; Iron: 3%; Vitamin C: 17%; Calcium: 8%

Originally published July 2020; Updated date: June 2026

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This creamy smoothie blends pumpkin puree, Greek yogurt, oats, and pumpkin pie spice into a breakfast that tastes like fall in a glass.

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Cool off with a sweet, pink pop and feel good about sharing one with your kids, too. These pops are mostly antioxidant-rich raspberries and creamy, protein-packed yogurt, so they are a healthy snack (1, 2). Adding the chia seeds helps to add beneficial fiber to your system, in one delicious pop.

Active time: 15 minutes | Total time: 1 hour and 15 minutes

Raspberry Frozen Yogurt Pops

Ingredients

• 1 cup (227g) plain nonfat Greek yogurt
• 1/4 cup (60g) maple syrup
• 1 1/4 cup (280g) frozen raspberries
• 1 medium ripe banana
• 1 tbsp chia seeds

Directions

Make space in your freezer for the pop molds to stand upright while they freeze. If you don’t have molds, place small 2-oz. paper cups on a sheet pan and have popsicle sticks ready.

In a high-powered blender, combine the yogurt, maple syrup, raspberries, banana and chia seeds. 

Secure the lid and blend until smooth. Divide the mixture evenly into the molds or cups using 1/4-cup portions. The mixture should be thick enough to hold a stick upright. If not, freeze for 1 hour before inserting the sticks.

Freeze until firm. Transfer the pops to a zip-top bag or container and store in the freezer for up to 1 month.

Serves: 6 | Serving Size: 1 pop

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 103; Total Fat: 1g; Saturated Fat: 0g; Monounsaturated Fat: 0g; Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g; Cholesterol: 2mg; Sodium: 17mg; Carbohydrate: 19g; Dietary Fiber: 3g; Sugar: 13g; Protein: 5g

Nutrition Bonus: Potassium: 220mg; Iron: 3%; Vitamin C: 17%; Calcium: 8%

Originally published July 2020; Updated date: June 2026

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This skillet peach cobbler comes together in just 25 minutes and is packed with delicious antioxidant-rich peaches.

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Cool off with a sweet, pink pop and feel good about sharing one with your kids, too. These pops are mostly antioxidant-rich raspberries and creamy, protein-packed yogurt, so they are a healthy snack (1, 2). Adding the chia seeds helps to add beneficial fiber to your system, in one delicious pop.

Active time: 15 minutes | Total time: 1 hour and 15 minutes

Raspberry Frozen Yogurt Pops

Ingredients

• 1 cup (227g) plain nonfat Greek yogurt
• 1/4 cup (60g) maple syrup
• 1 1/4 cup (280g) frozen raspberries
• 1 medium ripe banana
• 1 tbsp chia seeds

Directions

Make space in your freezer for the pop molds to stand upright while they freeze. If you don’t have molds, place small 2-oz. paper cups on a sheet pan and have popsicle sticks ready.

In a high-powered blender, combine the yogurt, maple syrup, raspberries, banana and chia seeds. 

Secure the lid and blend until smooth. Divide the mixture evenly into the molds or cups using 1/4-cup portions. The mixture should be thick enough to hold a stick upright. If not, freeze for 1 hour before inserting the sticks.

Freeze until firm. Transfer the pops to a zip-top bag or container and store in the freezer for up to 1 month.

Serves: 6 | Serving Size: 1 pop

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 103; Total Fat: 1g; Saturated Fat: 0g; Monounsaturated Fat: 0g; Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g; Cholesterol: 2mg; Sodium: 17mg; Carbohydrate: 19g; Dietary Fiber: 3g; Sugar: 13g; Protein: 5g

Nutrition Bonus: Potassium: 220mg; Iron: 3%; Vitamin C: 17%; Calcium: 8%

Originally published July 2020; Updated date: June 2026

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Savory and succulent, these Thai-style chicken skewers are quick to make and loaded with flavor and protein.

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Cool off with a sweet, pink pop and feel good about sharing one with your kids, too. These pops are mostly antioxidant-rich raspberries and creamy, protein-packed yogurt, so they are a healthy snack (1, 2). Adding the chia seeds helps to add beneficial fiber to your system, in one delicious pop.

Active time: 15 minutes | Total time: 1 hour and 15 minutes

Raspberry Frozen Yogurt Pops

Ingredients

• 1 cup (227g) plain nonfat Greek yogurt
• 1/4 cup (60g) maple syrup
• 1 1/4 cup (280g) frozen raspberries
• 1 medium ripe banana
• 1 tbsp chia seeds

Directions

Make space in your freezer for the pop molds to stand upright while they freeze. If you don’t have molds, place small 2-oz. paper cups on a sheet pan and have popsicle sticks ready.

In a high-powered blender, combine the yogurt, maple syrup, raspberries, banana and chia seeds. 

Secure the lid and blend until smooth. Divide the mixture evenly into the molds or cups using 1/4-cup portions. The mixture should be thick enough to hold a stick upright. If not, freeze for 1 hour before inserting the sticks.

Freeze until firm. Transfer the pops to a zip-top bag or container and store in the freezer for up to 1 month.

Serves: 6 | Serving Size: 1 pop

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 103; Total Fat: 1g; Saturated Fat: 0g; Monounsaturated Fat: 0g; Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g; Cholesterol: 2mg; Sodium: 17mg; Carbohydrate: 19g; Dietary Fiber: 3g; Sugar: 13g; Protein: 5g

Nutrition Bonus: Potassium: 220mg; Iron: 3%; Vitamin C: 17%; Calcium: 8%

Originally published July 2020; Updated date: June 2026

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Edamame and quinoa are plant-based all-stars. These easy egg muffins are a great high-protein breakfast on busy days.

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Cool off with a sweet, pink pop and feel good about sharing one with your kids, too. These pops are mostly antioxidant-rich raspberries and creamy, protein-packed yogurt, so they are a healthy snack (1, 2). Adding the chia seeds helps to add beneficial fiber to your system, in one delicious pop.

Active time: 15 minutes | Total time: 1 hour and 15 minutes

Raspberry Frozen Yogurt Pops

Ingredients

• 1 cup (227g) plain nonfat Greek yogurt
• 1/4 cup (60g) maple syrup
• 1 1/4 cup (280g) frozen raspberries
• 1 medium ripe banana
• 1 tbsp chia seeds

Directions

Make space in your freezer for the pop molds to stand upright while they freeze. If you don’t have molds, place small 2-oz. paper cups on a sheet pan and have popsicle sticks ready.

In a high-powered blender, combine the yogurt, maple syrup, raspberries, banana and chia seeds. 

Secure the lid and blend until smooth. Divide the mixture evenly into the molds or cups using 1/4-cup portions. The mixture should be thick enough to hold a stick upright. If not, freeze for 1 hour before inserting the sticks.

Freeze until firm. Transfer the pops to a zip-top bag or container and store in the freezer for up to 1 month.

Serves: 6 | Serving Size: 1 pop

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 103; Total Fat: 1g; Saturated Fat: 0g; Monounsaturated Fat: 0g; Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g; Cholesterol: 2mg; Sodium: 17mg; Carbohydrate: 19g; Dietary Fiber: 3g; Sugar: 13g; Protein: 5g

Nutrition Bonus: Potassium: 220mg; Iron: 3%; Vitamin C: 17%; Calcium: 8%

Originally published July 2020; Updated date: June 2026

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This easy, homemade granola using oats and quinoa relies on the natural sweetness of maple syrup and freeze-dried fruit.

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Cool off with a sweet, pink pop and feel good about sharing one with your kids, too. These pops are mostly antioxidant-rich raspberries and creamy, protein-packed yogurt, so they are a healthy snack (1, 2). Adding the chia seeds helps to add beneficial fiber to your system, in one delicious pop.

Active time: 15 minutes | Total time: 1 hour and 15 minutes

Raspberry Frozen Yogurt Pops

Ingredients

• 1 cup (227g) plain nonfat Greek yogurt
• 1/4 cup (60g) maple syrup
• 1 1/4 cup (280g) frozen raspberries
• 1 medium ripe banana
• 1 tbsp chia seeds

Directions

Make space in your freezer for the pop molds to stand upright while they freeze. If you don’t have molds, place small 2-oz. paper cups on a sheet pan and have popsicle sticks ready.

In a high-powered blender, combine the yogurt, maple syrup, raspberries, banana and chia seeds. 

Secure the lid and blend until smooth. Divide the mixture evenly into the molds or cups using 1/4-cup portions. The mixture should be thick enough to hold a stick upright. If not, freeze for 1 hour before inserting the sticks.

Freeze until firm. Transfer the pops to a zip-top bag or container and store in the freezer for up to 1 month.

Serves: 6 | Serving Size: 1 pop

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 103; Total Fat: 1g; Saturated Fat: 0g; Monounsaturated Fat: 0g; Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g; Cholesterol: 2mg; Sodium: 17mg; Carbohydrate: 19g; Dietary Fiber: 3g; Sugar: 13g; Protein: 5g

Nutrition Bonus: Potassium: 220mg; Iron: 3%; Vitamin C: 17%; Calcium: 8%

Originally published July 2020; Updated date: June 2026

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Swiss chard instead of a tortilla, ups the flavor and nutrition of these high-protein, low-carb chicken wraps.

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Cool off with a sweet, pink pop and feel good about sharing one with your kids, too. These pops are mostly antioxidant-rich raspberries and creamy, protein-packed yogurt, so they are a healthy snack (1, 2). Adding the chia seeds helps to add beneficial fiber to your system, in one delicious pop.

Active time: 15 minutes | Total time: 1 hour and 15 minutes

Raspberry Frozen Yogurt Pops

Ingredients

• 1 cup (227g) plain nonfat Greek yogurt
• 1/4 cup (60g) maple syrup
• 1 1/4 cup (280g) frozen raspberries
• 1 medium ripe banana
• 1 tbsp chia seeds

Directions

Make space in your freezer for the pop molds to stand upright while they freeze. If you don’t have molds, place small 2-oz. paper cups on a sheet pan and have popsicle sticks ready.

In a high-powered blender, combine the yogurt, maple syrup, raspberries, banana and chia seeds. 

Secure the lid and blend until smooth. Divide the mixture evenly into the molds or cups using 1/4-cup portions. The mixture should be thick enough to hold a stick upright. If not, freeze for 1 hour before inserting the sticks.

Freeze until firm. Transfer the pops to a zip-top bag or container and store in the freezer for up to 1 month.

Serves: 6 | Serving Size: 1 pop

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 103; Total Fat: 1g; Saturated Fat: 0g; Monounsaturated Fat: 0g; Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g; Cholesterol: 2mg; Sodium: 17mg; Carbohydrate: 19g; Dietary Fiber: 3g; Sugar: 13g; Protein: 5g

Nutrition Bonus: Potassium: 220mg; Iron: 3%; Vitamin C: 17%; Calcium: 8%

Originally published July 2020; Updated date: June 2026

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Forget boring overnight oats; this breakfast will delight your taste buds first thing in the morning with a variety of textures and flavors.

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Cool off with a sweet, pink pop and feel good about sharing one with your kids, too. These pops are mostly antioxidant-rich raspberries and creamy, protein-packed yogurt, so they are a healthy snack (1, 2). Adding the chia seeds helps to add beneficial fiber to your system, in one delicious pop.

Active time: 15 minutes | Total time: 1 hour and 15 minutes

Raspberry Frozen Yogurt Pops

Ingredients

• 1 cup (227g) plain nonfat Greek yogurt
• 1/4 cup (60g) maple syrup
• 1 1/4 cup (280g) frozen raspberries
• 1 medium ripe banana
• 1 tbsp chia seeds

Directions

Make space in your freezer for the pop molds to stand upright while they freeze. If you don’t have molds, place small 2-oz. paper cups on a sheet pan and have popsicle sticks ready.

In a high-powered blender, combine the yogurt, maple syrup, raspberries, banana and chia seeds. 

Secure the lid and blend until smooth. Divide the mixture evenly into the molds or cups using 1/4-cup portions. The mixture should be thick enough to hold a stick upright. If not, freeze for 1 hour before inserting the sticks.

Freeze until firm. Transfer the pops to a zip-top bag or container and store in the freezer for up to 1 month.

Serves: 6 | Serving Size: 1 pop

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 103; Total Fat: 1g; Saturated Fat: 0g; Monounsaturated Fat: 0g; Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g; Cholesterol: 2mg; Sodium: 17mg; Carbohydrate: 19g; Dietary Fiber: 3g; Sugar: 13g; Protein: 5g

Nutrition Bonus: Potassium: 220mg; Iron: 3%; Vitamin C: 17%; Calcium: 8%

Originally published July 2020; Updated date: June 2026

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