Author Archives: Cheryl Harris

About Cheryl Harris

Life played a funny trick on me. I've studied nutrition for years, and much to my surprise, found out that I could manage many of my health issues via diet. I've been GF for years, and I've got a bunch of allergies and sensitivities. But it definitely doesn't keep me from cooking, baking and enjoying my food. Thanks for stopping by.

History repeating itself

Posted on August 17, 2017 by Cheryl Harris

Like so many people, Charlottesville has left me feeling sick, scared, and very, very sad. Afraid for this country in a way that I never have before, and deeply discouraged. I wanted to share my grandmother’s story, because it’s more … Continue reading →

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Mint Chocolate Egg Creams–Low FODMAP version

Posted on July 4, 2017 by Cheryl Harris

It’s definitely time for a chocolate fix, yes? I decided to tweak an old recipe to make it FODMAP friendly, and Mr. E and I are loving it! Years ago, I was flipping through a magazine that had a recipe … Continue reading →

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Garden bounty 2017

Posted on June 24, 2017 by Cheryl Harris

Happy almost summertime! I love seeing my garden grow, and I’m in the excited anticipation phase. I’ve learned, from past experience, that all it takes is one big fat groundhog to clear out my garden overnight, but fingers crossed that … Continue reading →

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Eating Evolved–Chocolate Love

Posted on June 3, 2017 by Cheryl Harris

*please note, some posts on this website do contain affiliate links* I’m in love. E doesn’t seem threatened, which is a good thing. The problem is, sometimes I just can’t find my beloved, or my love just can’t handle sitting … Continue reading →

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My IBS Journey

Posted on April 21, 2017 by Cheryl Harris

April is IBS awareness month, and for way too many of my years, I’ve been entirely too aware of IBS. You could say it owned me for parts of the past decade. I know many of you can relate. So … Continue reading →

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Chocolate PB Fudge–Happy Blogniversary!

Posted on March 27, 2017 by Cheryl Harris

I’ve been blogging for 9 years now. 9 years! So, to celebrate, I give you fudge. I love peanut butter. Lovelovelovelovelovelovelove. And I avoided it for years, and then gradually reintroduced it a decade later…no problem at all. So I’m … Continue reading →

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When words fail me.

Posted on February 25, 2017 by Cheryl Harris

I haven’t been blogging as often for many reasons, but for at least the last year, I’ve been at a loss for how to respond to what I’ve seen happening in our country. This is a food blog, not a … Continue reading →

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Salsa-mole

Posted on January 27, 2017 by Cheryl Harris

With the Superbowl right around the corner, I’ve updated one of my very favorite recipes with a few tweaks. This always goes at warp speed at our parties. Count me in for anything that involves avocado, lime, cilantro and tomatoes! … Continue reading →

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Meringue Christmas Trees

Posted on December 21, 2016 by Cheryl Harris

*please note, some posts on this website do contain affiliate links* Aren’t these adorable? I love making meringues. They’ve delicious, they’re festive, they decorate and keep well, and they work for people who are Paleo, people looking for a lighter … Continue reading →

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Raynaud’s Survival Tips (updated)

Posted on December 13, 2016 by Cheryl Harris

  Since I had my first Raynaud’s attack of the season last week and it’s supposed to get cold on Thursday, I figured it was time to update and re-share this post. I was really grateful to be diagnosed with … Continue reading →

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