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.

Daring Bakers Petit Fours (aka adventures in baking)

Posted on August 28, 2010 by Cheryl Harris

I must confess, I missed DB day because I had a stomach bug and I just couldn’t stay up and post, but better late than never. The August 2010 Daring Bakers’ challenge was hosted by Elissa of 17 and Baking. … Continue reading →

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Herby Almond Crackers (vegan)

Posted on August 23, 2010 by Cheryl Harris

I was surprised to see Elana’s recipe for Vegan Herb Crackers, especially since I had been planning on posting mine this week! Upon looking at the recipes, they’re quite a bit different so I figured I’d go ahead and share … Continue reading →

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Summer Bounty–Menu Plan Monday

Posted on August 22, 2010 by Cheryl Harris

If you’ve got it, flaunt it!  And I’ve got kale.  Gobs of kale.  I have no idea why I have so much.  Kale is a winter crop, and it’s been much hotter than usual.  It hasn’t even bolted!  So as … Continue reading →

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Birthdays all ’round

Posted on August 21, 2010 by Cheryl Harris

So August seems to be birthday month.  DH’s birthday is today and another good friends’ birthday was yesterday, so there has been an abundance of treats. DH’s cake: (top) a genoise with raspberry filling and chocolate liquor ganache Cathy’s cake:(below) … Continue reading →

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Drumroll please… (and raspberry crumb cake)

Posted on August 14, 2010 by Cheryl Harris

Kim of Gluten Free is Life is the winner of the bottle of Salba.  Yay Kim! I’m enjoying the journey through 100 Best GF Recipes by Carol Fenster.  I’ve made the cornbread and devil’s food cake cupcakes, and just made … Continue reading →

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Menu Plan Monday–Tomatoes!

Posted on August 9, 2010 by Cheryl Harris

What a tasty week!  I received a copy of Carol Fenster’s 100 Best GF recipes and I’ve gone a wee bit overboard making them. I enjoyed 1000 GF recipes, but honestly, the book was so big it was a bit … Continue reading →

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Carol Fenster’s Recipes–Part 1

Posted on August 7, 2010 by Cheryl Harris

Okay, I admit, I’ve gotten carried away with Carol’s new book AND I’ve gotten a mess in the kitchen to prove it.  I’ve already made the cornbread and the Devil food cake as cupcakes, and the only reason I’ve been … Continue reading →

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100 Best GF Recipes and a Giveaway

Posted on August 3, 2010 by Cheryl Harris

The brain of a baker is different from a normal person.  It’s a proven fact.  You give a normal person a cookbook, and they take a look.  If you give a baker a cookbook, especially a hot off the presses … Continue reading →

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Agave, Sweetie–It’s Time See Other Sweeteners

Posted on August 3, 2010 by Cheryl Harris

*Sigh.*  Oh, agave nectar, I’ve been a big fan, really I have.  But whether I like it or not, the research is piling up against fructose and so it’s time we see other…er…sweets. Dr. Mercola and WAFP were one of … Continue reading →

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Menu Plan Monday-Happy Birthday Wendy

Posted on August 1, 2010 by Cheryl Harris

I spent Saturday at a daylong meditation retreat, and it appears that this bunny did as well.  He spent much of Sunday lounging in our backyard and looking quite peaceful and unconcerned as I spent time in my garden. And … Continue reading →

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