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.

Sweet Treats Part 1: Caramel-y Apple Dip (Vegan)

Posted on November 2, 2010 by Cheryl Harris

We had a party last weekend with 30 lovely guests, many gored pumpkins and a bunch of rambunctious kids.  And what went fastest?  Apple slices.  I know, who would have thought?  Granted, they were my favorites, fresh from the Farmer’s … Continue reading →

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Menu Plan Monday Nov 1st

Posted on November 1, 2010 by Cheryl Harris

I hope everyone had a great Halloween!  We celebrated, as usual, with a big pumpkin carving party and have the orange goop on the walls to prove it. What we actually made: Pear Cherry Crisp Chocolate Brownie Cupcakes from Whole … Continue reading →

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Doh! (nuts)–A Daring Baker Challenge

Posted on October 27, 2010 by Cheryl Harris

Ah, doughnuts.  I’ve never made them, or ever thought of it.  And yet, that’s what Daring Baker Challenges are about–stretching my horizons. The October 2010 Daring Bakers challenge was hosted by Lori of Butter Me Up. Lori chose to challenge … Continue reading →

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Menu Plan Monday–Pumpkins!

Posted on October 25, 2010 by Cheryl Harris

Wow!  I hope everyone had weather as beautiful as we did.  I’m somewhat limited in enjoying it because I sprained my ankle, but I did spend time in a nearby park with DH and we saw 4 wild turkeys, which … Continue reading →

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Gobs of Basil…

Posted on October 18, 2010 by Cheryl Harris

Really, when I said gobs of basil I meant it.  My goal was to have a winter’s worth of pesto, so these are two plants out of 8.  Both are about 3-4 ft tall. The pictures aren’t great because they’re … Continue reading →

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A Gluten-Free Autumn Menu Plan

Posted on October 17, 2010 by Cheryl Harris

What says Autumn?  Apples, pears, cinnamon, cloves, pumpkins, oh my!  So since we haven’t had cinnamon in the rotation for a bit, I thought I’d throw some in.  Many of my recipes do feature cinnamon because DH adores it.  Just … Continue reading →

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Lentil Stew (and why I love my garden)

Posted on October 17, 2010 by Cheryl Harris

Gardening is such a joy.  I don’t always get a lot of food or exercise out of it, per se, but it’s so delightful to spy a growing watermelon, a new flower budding, my first artichoke–oh!  my babies.  The butterflies, … Continue reading →

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Menu Plan Monday Oct 11–potatoes!

Posted on October 11, 2010 by Cheryl Harris

Oh my, what a week. I was at an amazing conference with fantastic people…and yet I sprained my ankle so I’m hobbling around and more than a bit stir crazy.  It’s challenging to walk, a pain to drive, awkward to … Continue reading →

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Chocolate Chestnut Fudge

Posted on October 9, 2010 by Cheryl Harris

Note: Somehow I managed to ‘un-publish’ this recipe and I just realized it, so I’m sharing this again because it’s too good to miss!  Bon appetit! This fudge, or a version of it, was my saving grace.  When I went … Continue reading →

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Adopt a Gluten-free Blogger–Shirley of GFE

Posted on October 3, 2010 by Cheryl Harris

I can’t believe that October snuck up on me, and so did the Adopt a Gluten-free blogger deadline over at Book of Yum.  Now, I’m at a mind-body conference all this week, learning fantastic things with absolutely amazing people and … Continue reading →

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