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.

A Daring Bakers Flop

Posted on July 27, 2010 by Cheryl Harris

The July 2010 Daring Bakers’ challenge was hosted by Sunita of Sunita’s world – life and food. Sunita challenged everyone to make an ice-cream filled Swiss roll that’s then used to make a bombe with hot fudge. Her recipe is … Continue reading →

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Menu Plan Monday: Almonds

Posted on July 25, 2010 by Cheryl Harris

As I looked through the Menu Swap List, I was shocked to realize that we haven’t had almonds as our ingredient.  At least, not since I’ve been hosting, which is quite a long time.  So I think we’re due! Almonds … Continue reading →

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Banana Cupcakes with Fudgy Chocolate Frosting

Posted on July 20, 2010 by Cheryl Harris

E, (aka DH) has developed food intolerances to bananas and eggs, so it was time for both to leave the premises.  So I went hunting for something that looked delicious, and made Elana’s Banana Cream Pie Cupcakes with my VERY … Continue reading →

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Menu Plan Monday–Cukes!

Posted on July 19, 2010 by Cheryl Harris

Renee of Beyond Tofu and Rice Cakes is our hostess, and she’s chosen cucumbers.  Please head over to her site to see what she and the other menu planners have coming up! I hope to post a menu plan later.  … Continue reading →

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Menu Plan Monday July 12th–Salads!

Posted on July 12, 2010 by Cheryl Harris

What a week! My sweetheart has been having tummy troubles. And no, it’s not Celiac. (funny to see where my brain goes…) It’s been quite a challenge because he seems to have attacks of pain regardless of what he eats, … Continue reading →

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Easier Easy Almond Cookies

Posted on July 11, 2010 by Cheryl Harris

I posted a recipe for Easy Almond Cookies a while back, but these…these are even easier.   I enjoy both and can’t say which I like better, the other have much more of a hearty texture while these are delicious wafer-ish … Continue reading →

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Menu Plan Monday July 5th–Summertime foods

Posted on July 5, 2010 by Cheryl Harris

I hope everyone had a lovely holiday–we sure did!  I got to see my nephew, who is just the cutest little munchkin ever. My summertime favorites?  Southwestern Quinoa and black bean salad, Salsa-mole, preferably with Chickpea crackers Summer Lovin’ Salad … Continue reading →

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A day in pictures

Posted on July 1, 2010 by Cheryl Harris

Zombie cat says: Brains! I saw this picture, and wondered how I managed to capture Houdini looking possessed as he chomped down on lemongrass. Then I took a second look in real life and realized it wasn’t the camera, that’s … Continue reading →

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Menu Plan Monday June 28th

Posted on June 27, 2010 by Cheryl Harris

And despite the fact that it feels like August here, it’s just June.  The temperatures around here are regularly hitting 100, and my plants are largely left to their own devices.  It’s WAY too hot for me.  And I haven’t … Continue reading →

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Chocolate Pavlovas with Chocolate Mascrapone Mousse

Posted on June 27, 2010 by Cheryl Harris

Beware, because I’m pretty sure you can get calories from just reading the name or looking at the pictures. Oh, the sacrifices we make for art! The June 2010 Daring Bakers’ challenge was hosted by Dawn of Doable and Delicious. … Continue reading →

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