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.

Posted on November 16, 2009 by Cheryl Harris

This week’s theme is hosted by Scrumptious of In my box, and she’s chosen dutch ovens.  I love my dutch oven…especially when it gets cold. However, given the current state of my kitchen, a dutch oven isn’t possible right now. … Continue reading →

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Menu Plan Monday–Carrots!

Posted on November 8, 2009 by Cheryl Harris

This week’s theme is carrots! These babies came straight from my garden this week. I’m so jazzed, I’ve never gotten carrots this big. Sorry for the late theme announcement, I need new volunteers! I don’t really have a menu plan … Continue reading →

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Chocolate macaroons–a challenged Daring baker

Posted on October 27, 2009 by Cheryl Harris

I must confess I forgot today was DB day. I think it might have something to do with the fact that my chocolate macarons didn’t work quite as planned! The 2009 October Daring Baker’s challenge was brought to us by … Continue reading →

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Menu Plan Monday–Cilantro

Posted on October 25, 2009 by Cheryl Harris

Ah, what a weekend, what yummy food. We had a great pumpkin carving party and have the pumpkin guts on the walls to prove it! I will post pictures soon, and am recovering from binge baking. That’s a real disease, … Continue reading →

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Menu plan Monday October 19th

Posted on October 18, 2009 by Cheryl Harris

I must admit, I do love Fall, but I’m so not a fan of the rain and gloomy weather we’ve been having.  I say the guys have the right idea! Wendy of Celiacs in the House is our lovely hostess … Continue reading →

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Menu Plan Monday, Oct 11th–Apples!

Posted on October 11, 2009 by Cheryl Harris

I’m delighted to be hostessing again with one of my very favorites: apples!  As a NY’er from birth, apples are clearly near and dear to my heart.  It’s been hard to adjust to VA apples, but hey, a gal’s gotta … Continue reading →

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Menu plan Monday–Veggie meals!

Posted on September 27, 2009 by Cheryl Harris

See my beautiful tomatoes and peppers? I’m so delighted to have such an abundance of gorgeous veggies, and I can’t believe they’re still doing so well in late September. I’ve also just posted the last DB challenges-Vols-au-Vent, which are fancy … Continue reading →

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Puff pastry: a Daring baker challenge

Posted on September 27, 2009 by Cheryl Harris

The first of the month is now a fun time of anticipation, wondering what new adventure is in store for the Daring Baker challenge. Invariably, it’s something I’d never dream of making on my own, and this was no exception! … Continue reading →

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Menu Plan Monday Sept 21st

Posted on September 21, 2009 by Cheryl Harris

I enjoy the Fall time, especially since I have such a luscious garden bounty. My tomatoes have been generous, I’m finally getting to enjoy some peppers, the carrots are getting big and pumpkins are on their way! I’m a mini-pumpkin … Continue reading →

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Menu Plan Monday Sept 14th–Quinoa

Posted on September 14, 2009 by Cheryl Harris

M-elle of La Cocina de Michelle (aka Cooking & UNCooking) has picked one of my favorite most foods ever–quinoa! And it’s a perfect week for it, because when DH is out of town, I tend to eat mostly vegan fare. … Continue reading →

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