Monthly Archives: September 2010

Apple Quiona Breakfast Cake

I brought this cake to work, went to see one client…and when I returned AN HOUR LATER, this little piece was all there was left.  I think the results speak for themselves, especially since there were trays of glutenous, sugary … Continue reading

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Baking Dreams into Reality–DB Sugar Cookies

The September 2010 Daring Bakers’ challenge was hosted by Mandy of “What the Fruitcake?!” Mandy challenged everyone to make Decorated Sugar Cookies based on recipes from Peggy Porschen and The Joy of Baking. But to me, the best part of … Continue reading

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Menu Plan Monday: Pears

I hope everyone is enjoying the summer to fall transition.  I love it–warm but not hot (usually), the beginning of color on the trees and movement in the air.  Good stuff, all around. We’ve been busy around these parts.  I’m … Continue reading

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Gluten-Free Girl and the Chef

The Gluten-free Girl and the Chef, is pretty much what you’d expect–beautiful pictures, passionate stories and inventive recipes, cover to cover. And who can argue with that? Certainly not me! My biggest challenge was figuring out where to start! The … Continue reading

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Menu Plan Monday–Apples!

I’ve been largely occupied with studying, which means baking and making excuses for not studying. So it was a fun week of baking/cooking ’round these parts–I received Shauna’s book, and made the fococcia and spiced walnuts, which I’ll post this … Continue reading

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Menu Plan Monday: Beans!

Tomorrow should be a busy day so I’m getting this post up early. I even posted a recipe for (pictured) for the occasion. Last week was busy, I’m studying for exams, teaching classes and seeing clients. All good, fun things … Continue reading

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Kalamata (Sesame free) Hummus

I got a new toy, a food processor. I broke my old food processor, which has been a huge bummer. I didn’t realize how much I used it! And, it kept me from exploring Ricki’s fantastic e-book, Desserts without Compromise. … Continue reading

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Peaches: Menu Plan Monday

I can’t believe it’s Monday…since we’re off and lounging around, it just dawned on me that it’s time to post. It’s a funny time of year.  The last few days have been absolutely beautiful, and yet the chill in the … Continue reading

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