Monthly Archives: August 2008

Cream (un) puffs: a challenged daring baker

Posted on August 31, 2008 by Cheryl Harris

“Honey, I think these are the best pancakes I’ve ever had”, said DH. Under other circumstances, I might have gotten all warm and fuzzy. He doesn’t give compliments lightly.  However, I was (in theory) making éclairs for the August Daring … 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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Menu Plan Monday August 25th

Posted on August 24, 2008 by Cheryl Harris

This is huge for me.  I loathed eggplant as a kid.  My family loved it, and as any of you who have kids (or have been a kid) know, the more someone pushes you to eat something, the more you … 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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GF and allergen friendly treats giveaway

Posted on August 23, 2008 by Cheryl Harris

I love Larabars. They’re simple, delicious, wholesome and yummy. So when a box of new flavors of Larabars showed up on my doorstep, I was delighted, then frustrated. The good news: they look luscious. The bad news: my body doesn’t … 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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Menu Plan Monday, August 18th

Posted on August 17, 2008 by Cheryl Harris

Really, I’m in awe of my garden.  It starts so small and by August I have a jungle overrunning the bounds of the garden plot!  I still am learning about proper care, and much of the bounty is due to … Continue reading →

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Adopt a GF Blogger Roundup-July

Posted on August 16, 2008 by Cheryl Harris

I’ve taken time out of my grueling Olympic-watching schedule to pull the round up together.  It’s been fun, and thanks for participating!  Several new GF bloggers have joined in, like Anna and Hannah. Welcome! On to the adoptees: Mary Francis … 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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