Tag Archives: sugar free

Luscious Banana Bread

Posted on September 12, 2008 by Cheryl Harris

My in-laws came to visit, leaving me with an overabundance of bananas. Later that day, a friend gave me a jar of orange blossom honey, with the theory that since I bake so much, surely I’d use it. Well, I … Continue reading →

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Roasted tomato and caramelized onion soup

Posted on August 31, 2008 by Cheryl Harris

This soup is a celebration of summer veggies, and is one of my favorites!  I make a huge batch and freeze it, and it’s such a treat to devour a bowl of summertime in the middle of the winter. Growing … Continue reading →

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Thai-ish Red Curry Paste

Posted on August 27, 2008 by Cheryl Harris

Sometimes I choose my menus, sometimes they choose me.  I meant to make red curry paste with my lovely Thai red peppers (shown here while still green!) but kept putting it off.  Then I happened upon galangal at Wegman’s, and … Continue reading →

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Bliss Dip

Posted on August 23, 2008 by Cheryl Harris

I was at my meditation class, trying to empty my mind, but all I could think of was Cashew Macadamia butter. If you’ve had it, you’ll understand why. Cashew macadamia butter is one of the most indulgently blissful things on … Continue reading →

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Tamarind Spiced Cauliflower

Posted on August 20, 2008 by Cheryl Harris

I got a kick out of the “mood lighting” for the picture of my cauliflower. Of course, I meant to do that! (yeah, right.) Taking pictures is still quite new for me. I’m so in awe of many of you … Continue reading →

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Ground Cherries

Posted on August 14, 2008 by Cheryl Harris

Just a tidbit of news, since it’s making my day: Karina, the GF Goddess is posting low glycemic (low carb) recipes. As a nutritionist who is very into low glycemic foods, and someone who loves to eat, I’m delighted.  Wait, … Continue reading →

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Minty Chicken

Posted on August 10, 2008 by Cheryl Harris

Mint was the food of the week for Menu Plan Monday, and so I figured it was a good excuse to make this.  This dish is in our standard rotation, sometimes done with chicken pieces and sometimes with chicken breast, … Continue reading →

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Sorrel Soup

Posted on August 2, 2008 by Cheryl Harris

I made sorrel soup for the first time last year, and told my husband. He started laughing, and said, squirrel soup? Um…not even close!. Sorrel has a nice tart taste to it, and is supposed to be lovely with fish. … Continue reading →

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Filbert Gateau with Praline Buttercream–Daring Bakers Rule!

Posted on July 30, 2008 by Cheryl Harris

Or, more accurately, 2 yummy chocolate hazelnut cakes Each time I see the new Daring baker challenges, I think, can I REALLY make this gluten free, dairy free, egg free, soy free, corn free, sugar free and vegan AND have … Continue reading →

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Nanaimo bars redux–A trip down memory lane

Posted on July 18, 2008 by Cheryl Harris

I have to share a secret: few people enjoy food as much as nutritionists. Honest. In grad school, I had a friend Michelle who is a wonderful baker, and I got her recipe for Nanaimo bars. I’d make a huge … Continue reading →

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