Category: Snacks

Crunchy Chocolate Chocolate Chip Cookies

admin April 3, 2015 7 Comments
Who doesn’t love a chocolaty cookie? This cookie reminds me of Lucy’s cookies. It’s more a dry and crunchy cookie than an ooey-goey one. Yet somehow they are highly addictive. And perfect for dunking in coconut milk (or whatever you drink). This recipe was adapted from Erin McKenna’s Babycakes cookbook. Also shared at Allergy Free Wednesday. Gluten Free Wednesday.

How to Make Finger Gelatin (a/k/a finger jello)

admin March 11, 2015 0 Comments
100,000! That’s a number worth celebrating! 200. That’s pretty big too! Say what? What does this have to do with finger gelatin? Nothing really. Not Irish and not Catholic, not prone to drinking and partying…I’m still celebrating St. Patty’s Day……with some green food. After all, St. Patrick (born A.D. 373) was one of the most prolific evangelists of all time with planting over 200...

Mix It Up Party Mix

admin December 29, 2014 1 Comment
Party Mix! Does it grace your cupboards and counters at this time of year? Or maybe it’s a year-round snack for your household. No matter what….try this new version for your New Year’s Party or low-key movie night. Original Party Mix is oil, Worcestershire sauce, and garlic and seasoning salt. This NEW version is slightly different, but just as tasty…maybe even more so! The great thing...

Win A Copy of Sweet Debbie’s Organic Treats Allergy-Free & Vegan Recipes

admin December 4, 2014 4 Comments
It is your lucky day! You have a chance to enter to win a FREE cookbook! You read that right! Debbie Adler is the author of Sweet Debbie’s Organic Treats Allergy-Free & Vegan Recipes and she sent me a copy of her book to giveaway! This cookbook contains baked good recipes that are free of gluten, eggs, dairy, soy, sugar and nuts. You can read my full review here. This will make a great...

How To Roast Pumpkin Seeds – A Photo Tutorial

admin October 30, 2014 2 Comments
We carved a pumpkin yesterday.  It was a project that drew neighbor kids.  Everyone enjoyed it. We saved the seeds. Time to roast them.  First, you need to get all that stringy goop off of the seeds. Place them in a bowl of coldish water and let set for awhile. After 5 minutes or so, use your hands to scoop up seeds and use your hand as a strainer.  Do this over and over.  Then let set for...

Fall Fruit Sauce

admin October 23, 2014 4 Comments
I made Savory Squash Soup yesterday and it was delish. If you have not tried it yet, by all means….go, print out the recipe. You will love the soup even if you are not a big squash person. And as always, when I cooked the squash for the soup I had leftovers. I actually plan it that way. I buy a bigger squash so that I will have leftover squash. I was going to make Not Your Mama’s Chocolate...

Garlic Lover’s Hummus

admin September 15, 2014 4 Comments
I love garlic. I use it in a lot of dishes. Today I made a Garlic Lover’s Hummus. Garlic is an herb with endless health properties. It’s good for the heart, blood pressure, keeping cholesterol in check, is an anti-fungal, may reduce the chance of developing Alzheimer’s and much, much more. Better yet, it makes food DELICIOUS! If you do not care for lots of garlic, then you may be interested...

Grab and Go Breakfast Bars – High Fiber and High Protein

admin August 26, 2014 5 Comments
We’ve had some early mornings around here; as in getting out the door by 6 o’clock A.M! So rather than eating nothing or eating poorly, I decided we needed a good protein breakfast bar. It had to: Be able to be made ahead of time. Freeze and thaw well. Taste well, but be low in sugar. Travel well, as in not be crumbly or fall apart all over the place. I also wanted something that would fill...

Black Bean Brownies – Gluten Free, Vegan and Guilt Free (Fun Finds Friday)

admin August 15, 2014 0 Comments
A brownie without eggs is difficult to make.  A brownie without eggs that is also gluten free that tastes good is even harder.  Sure, I’ve tried many recipes, from bloggers to well-known cookbook authors.  I tried many versions of my own with so-so results. I have not found one that I would make again and again. Until now. And I’m sure you have heard of people making brownies with black...

Gluten Free and Allergy Friendly Strawberry Jam Muffins

admin July 2, 2014 6 Comments
This post first originally appeared on My Life With Food Allergies where I am a contributor. Whether for breakfast, brunch or a snack, an easy and delicious muffin recipe is a must have for any kitchen. When it comes to a gluten free or allergy free diet, making your own homemade muffins is necessary. The great thing about muffins, no matter what kind, is that they freeze very well. Baking up a...