First Ever “FUN FINDS FRIDAY” – “Peanut” Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies

Today I’m introducing Fun Finds Friday.  This is the day where I showcase fun recipes, articles, food items or blogs I find.   While I’m hoping to have something every Friday, I do not like to box myself in.   So, I may take off a Friday here and there. :) For the first ever Fun Finds Friday, I am showcasing these wonderfully, delightful peanut butter and chocolate chip cookies (I...

Lemon Infused All Natural Energy Drink

I admit.  I drink soda. But not often; usually for a caffeine fix.  And while I do drink an herbal tea now and then in the winter, I’m not much of a “summer” tea person.   I have heard about yerba mate’ tea a few years ago and its natural uplifting properties.  And green tea has been all over the place for several years now boasting health benefits too.  But neither seem desirable to...

Oats And Ancient Grain Pancakes

Here’s another pancake recipe!  Even though I have several, I keep trying new recipes hoping to stumble upon the perfect one.   I’m not sure this is the perfect one, but it is good and easy.  Fresh is best, but they freeze well too!  They are also something to feel good about with lots of fiber and protein from the oats and ancient grains of quinoa, buckwheat or teff.  Unrefined...

Happy Birthday to Allergy Free Test Kitchen

Happy Birthday to Allergy Free Test Kitchen!   It was one year ago today that I published the first post.   The year was a learning curve and I’m still learning new things.  But, oh, what a fun year!   This flower cake was given to me for my birthday in July.  It was so awesome I just had to share the picture with you!  It's completely allergy free unless you are allergic to flowers. :)...

Chocolate “Peanut” Butter Protein Bars

Sometimes I get overly excited in a place like Trader Joe’s or Whole Foods.  Like the time I thought buying chocolate hemp protein powder to make a chocolate shake was a good idea.  When I first tried it blended with rice milk it was horrible.  The next day I tried it with coconut milk and it was not much better.  Both concoctions went down the sink drain.   In an effort to not waste the...

Sweet Potatoes With Cranberries

If you have been following this blog for a while, you may have noticed that I’ve slowed down a bit.  Summer has been quite busy.  But truth be told, one of the real reasons is that I’ve been hooked on Downton Abbey.  I have spent my evenings watching the first three seasons of it.   I just love, love, love that show!  Anyone else? Another thing I love, love, love is sweet potatoes!  We...

Classic Cornbread – Gluten Free and Allergy Free With Vegan Option

Need a good cornbread recipe?  How about a gluten free, allergy friendly and vegan one?  This one is all that!  And yes, it tastes really good.    I do not post any baked good recipes without making the recipe several times.  I want to make sure they really work and really taste well.  I’ve tried too many recipes that were a waste of time and ingredients.  And I don't want to waste...

Naturally Sweetened Blueberry Crisp (Made Your Way)

I love simple desserts.  And I love fruit desserts.  I love simple, fruit desserts.  This blueberry crisp is all that and more.   Fruit crisps are one of the easiest foods to make gluten free.   This recipe will work for any wheat eating or gluten free person.  Do you want a dessert free of refined sugar?  How about a naturally sweetened fruit crisp?  This one is for you! Simple,...