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Plum butter

Posted on August 17, 2012 by Cheryl Harris

With an abundance of plums at the market, the timing couldn’t be better! I do like doing this with greengage plums best because then you get more of a jam than a butter, presumably because of higher pectin levels. But … Continue reading →

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Self-Care through Creativity & an Ooey, Gooey Chocolate Chip Pie Recipe

Posted on July 21, 2012 by Cheryl Harris

Self-Care through Cookies ahem! Creativity & an Ooey, Gooey Chocolate Chip Pie Recipe I have been thoroughly enjoying our July Self-Care Retreat with my fellow hosts: Valerie of City Life Eats,  Shirley of GFE,  Carrie of Ginger Lemon Girl, Iris … Continue reading →

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Playtime–>Chocolate Cookies (Vegan & Paleo Friendly)

Posted on April 7, 2012 by Cheryl Harris

I forget how much I like to bake.  There’s something magical about pulling out different ingredients, even before I have a clear sense of what I want to make, and simply seeing what emerges.  I haven’t done it in far … Continue reading →

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Wonder Bread AKA Linda’s Bread

Posted on March 21, 2012 by Cheryl Harris

This bread was initially dubbed “Wonder Bread” by a co-worker because she was astonished that it actually tastes like bread, but now there’s a double meaning–I wonder what’s taken me so long to post it!  It is more work intensive, … Continue reading →

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Banana ‘Scream with a Kick

Posted on January 13, 2012 by Cheryl Harris

Life has been busy—issues with construction, permits, fire hazards and the like.  And our oven broke.  So lately it’s been all about the quick and easy. And what’s quicker and easier than Banana ‘Scream?  It takes about 2 minutes from … Continue reading →

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My New Fave-Simply Yum Quinoa

Posted on August 28, 2011 by Cheryl Harris

Quick and easy has been the overriding theme for the past few months and forseeable future. And of course, that’s a wonderful thing, no matter what!  So here’s one of our favorite one super yummy, super simple, something-for-everyone wonders. Easily … Continue reading →

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Cinnamon Glazed Walnuts

Posted on May 10, 2011 by Cheryl Harris

Mmmm….I love nuts.  What’s not to love, really?  Delicious, portable, lots of variety…And of course, walnuts have nutritional benefits, with some ALA, which is a kind of omega 3 fatty acid. And I’ve always been a fool for nuts with … Continue reading →

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Easy Meals, G-Free Style

Posted on May 6, 2011 by Cheryl Harris

First, a big round of applause for the delicious Diane Eblin for hosting this fun series, 30 Days of Gluten-free Eating. If you don’t know Diane, you should!  She’s always hosting neat events that bring people, information, passion and resources … Continue reading →

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Daring Baker Tasty Goop

Posted on April 27, 2011 by Cheryl Harris

Hmmm…I think the title sums it up!  I missed last month’s Daring Bakers, and I didn’t want to miss out on more.  And yet, I’m trying to keep baking to a minimum because we’re showing our house.  Quite a balance! … Continue reading →

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April in the Raw–Cocoa Raspberry Yummies

Posted on April 22, 2011 by Cheryl Harris

Okay, they’re not the prettiest, but they ARE tasty! The gang from Detox January had so much fun that Brittany of Real Sustenance and others suggested April in the Raw. And here we are!  Each day, another blogger is posting … Continue reading →

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