Chocolate Macadamia Nut Cluster Cookies
Nov 11
Cilantro Lime Chicken Salad
Once again, the “secret” really IS in the sauce.Roasted chicken is great. Baked sweet potatoes is amazing. Fresh green peas are always a winner. But, a homemade and simple Creamy Cilantro Lime dressing makes all the difference, in this case at least: Cilantro Lime Chicken Salad. Cilantro Lime Chicken Salad 2 cups sweet potato, peeled,…
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Nov 8
Sweet Potato Graham Almond Butter Cream Pie
So, Starbucks has been going strong with the the pumpkin spice theme since August.I must admit, I adore a savory version of cinnamon, clove, anise, and cardamom all year long (Garam Masala and Chinese 5 Spice are part of my daily routine). But most of us hunker down with these flavors only as winter approaches.The…
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Nov 7
Sweet Peach Beet Goat Cheese Quiche
While it’s true that fresh peaches are no longer in season, fresh beets abound! And, we live in America and we can get what we want all of the time. We’re spoiled that way, right?Finally, to be fair, I DID bake this quiche back in late August, at the prime of the peach season. Everything…
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Nov 6
Vegan Gluten-Free Chocolate Peanut Butter Fudge
Honestly, no one can ever ditch or deny the sweet marriage of chocolate and peanut butter. YUM!Seriously, creamy, dark chocolate goodness, mixed with smooth and ultra luxurious peanut butter, a hint of savory butter, and the sweet succor of Florida Crystals – heaven, right? Vegan Gluten-Free Chocolate Peanut Butter Fudge Vegan Gluten-Free Chocolate Peanut Butter…
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Nov 5
CARLbar Product Review
“All the goodness of a nutrition bar without all the added sugar!” Delicious and nutritious! We make our nutrition bars with organic superfoods, hemp-derived CBD and whole spectrum turmeric. We do not use added sugar or sweeteners, nuts, sticky dates, gluten, soy, or dairy. I often tout my favorite things – those things I simply…
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Nov 4
Bourbon Butterscotch Pecan Ice Cream
I actually whipped up this batch of no churn ice cream towards the end of summer – when it was still nice and hot.HOT it was. AND, in the 98 degree weather, our AC decided to malfunction.Not only was this a nice and cool sweet treat, it was also offered as a sort of a…
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Nov 1
Rich Red Berry Chocolate Silk Pie
The pie came early and the post comes late.I’m so happy for you, my Heidi Joy. And, happy birthday!!!!You make me smile in every way.And, I know you love rich, dark chocolate berry things ❤️ just like I love you!Rich Red Berry Chocolate Silk Pie. Rich Red Berry Chocolate Silk Pie Crust:8 Tbs. butter, COLD…
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Oct 31
Pumpkin Mac N’ Cheese
Happy Halloween! In honor of the pumpkin carving holiday, I created a batch of “mac n’ cheese” for a friend’s work potluck today. While the pasta isn’t technically macaroni, I love the spooky spiral shape – it’s even better than plain old mac. And, the addition of pumpkin makes this salty, creamy delight even better!…
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Oct 30
Spanish Manchego Pear Pepper Cardamom Cranberry Galette
Back in the beginning of October we were invited to a house-warming party – with a Spanish theme.You have to understand that these are some of our favorite people – this couple. We met them years ago in a bar and fostered a friendship. We don’t see them often, but when we do, we have…
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Oct 29
Surprise Vanilla Skittles Cake – GlutenFree & Dairy Free
Hoorah! I had the opportunity to bake another birthday cake.The theme: six years old, loves dogs and sweets.And, gluten-free and dairy-free.Done, done, and done.Surprise Vanilla Skittles Cake.I love my life and I love my people. Honestly, there’s not much of a special recipe here. Just go to town and enjoy yourself, immensely.Baking is therapeutic. It’s…
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