Tag Archives: grain free

Banana Cupcakes with Fudgy Chocolate Frosting

E, (aka DH) has developed food intolerances to bananas and eggs, so it was time for both to leave the premises.  So I went hunting for something that looked delicious, and made Elana’s Banana Cream Pie Cupcakes with my VERY … Continue reading

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Easier Easy Almond Cookies

I posted a recipe for Easy Almond Cookies a while back, but these…these are even easier.   I enjoy both and can’t say which I like better, the other have much more of a hearty texture while these are delicious wafer-ish … Continue reading

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Kale “Pesto”

I love kale.  Adore kale.  Can’t get enough, really, and that’s why I’ve chosen if for this week’s menu plan (see below) And my (current) favorite way of making it is in pesto form.    It’s super easy, and totally customizable … Continue reading

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Yummy Red Lentil Dal

As I was looking through my recipes, I realized that the number of of (well, mostly) wholesome desserts to food had gotten skewed more toward the dessert side. Which isn’t so much a problem, but I like balance. Since we … Continue reading

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Nanaimos–A Daring Baker challenge

Nanaimos=Canadian for bliss No one was more delighted than me to see this month’s DB pick! The January 2010 Daring Bakers’ challenge was hosted by Lauren of Celiac Teen. Lauren chose Gluten-Free Graham Wafers and Nanaimo Bars as the challenge … Continue reading

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Flourless chocolate torte (sugar free)

Yay chocolate! For better or worse, this was the month of the chocolate cake, and this chocolate torte was quite stunning and super easy. The recipe is adapted from Carol Fenster to be chocolat-ier and sugar free. Agave nectar and … Continue reading

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Hazelnut Heath Meringues

By popular demand…meringue cookies. Now, for a blogger who avoids eggs and sugar, this may seem like an odd choice. A good friend of DH’s is off in Iraq, and me being me, I’m “doing my part” by sending cookies. … Continue reading

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Super Easy (and yummy) peach crumble

It’s that season, and what a great way to celebrate! We threw together this super easy vegan treat in minutes, and gobbled it right up. I’m sure this would work with any berries or fruit. I love to use mesquite … Continue reading

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Menu Plan Monday: Cherries!

I’m delighted by Kim’s choice of cherries as this week’s theme for Menu plan Monday.  We’ve been getting beautiful ones, and some Ranier cherries too, which are beyond delicious.  Although I think cherries are perfect as is, I did make … Continue reading

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Lemony Mint Quinoa

Quinoa is just a perfect food for a summertime dish.  Quick, easy, delicious, naturally gluten free and high in protein and fiber…and easy to take along.  Consider me a big fan.  Generally, I’m partial to my Quinoa Italiana or Southwestern … Continue reading

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