Fresh jam in 20 minutes - no pectin, no gelatin, no canning, no fuss. . . The other day I was gathering the usual suspects for a typical breakfast for my selective eater. Gluten-free bread-check, organic peanut butter-check, Red Star Yeast Flakes for all of those B-vitamins-check, and jam-chhhhh-no check! Usually I keep backups in the pantry of all of the items that we use on a regular basis, yet somehow this one had fallen through the cracks on the last grocery list. No jelly! I didn't feel ...
Baked Goods
Apple Cake Muffins (Gluten-Free, Vegan, Refined Sugar-Free)
A culinary miracle! Apple Cake Muffins that are gluten-free, vegan, refined sugar-free, and oil free, but still bursting with flavor and richness. Much like their traditional predecessor--German Apfelkuchen--these muffins are moist and delicious! Apple Cake Muffins Such a perfect marriage of flavor and texture that I really couldn't have chosen any other name. I've been feeling a bit nostalgic of my connection with Germany lately. Can you tell? My last post was a strudel and this ...
Peach Cobbler Strudel (Gluten-Free, Vegan/Plant-Based)
A delicate balance between the fresh flavors of summer and the cozy comforts of the holidays, this Peach Cobbler Strudel is a winner from the first ingredient to the last bite. The natural sweetness of the peaches is complemented by the light spicy cinnamon notes and buttery, flaky crust. A multi-seasonal delight! This gluten-free, vegan/plant-based strudel can be enjoyed without guilt. Omitting gluten means that it can be fully appreciated by all those suffering from celiac disease, ...
Lemon-Berry Biscuit Bread w/ Raspberry Glace (Gluten-Free, Vegan/Plant-Based, Refined Sugar-Free)
So many berries and so little time! Fresh fruit is aplenty right now and I'm not complaining. Hand in hand with berry season are berry muffins--so delicious and versatile. They make a great breakfast, dessert, or palate cleanser accompanying a decadent, savory meal. Traditional muffins, unfortunately, are not only packed with great flavor but also gluten and refined sugar. Therein rested my next challenge: to create a delicious baked product that was an explosion of berry flavor while making ...
“Dulce de Leche” Cakes (Gluten-free, Vegan, Refined Sugar-Free)
Dulce de Leche prepared in under 30 minutes without the "leche" and without cooking--at all! Forbidden Cakes We love Dulce de Leche in our house! Until recently it was something that my family members could only experience when dining out. The hours required to cook the traditional version coupled with the large amount of refined sugar and dairy made it impossible to eat. Forbidden No More! I am thrilled to say that I found the perfect mixture of the right ingredients ...
Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Breakfast Cookies (Gluten-Free, Vegan, Refined Sugar-free)
I don't know about you, but when I smell my pot of freshly brewed coffee in the morning the next thought that follows, without hesitation, is wouldn't something sweet taste so amazing with this. Alas, a few years ago when I realized that processed sugar was a fair-weather friend, I thought my days of coffee and sweet treats were over. It became clear to me that I really couldn't continue such a toxic relationship if I wanted to have a productive life. The fallout of the sugar crashes and lack ...
Fudgy Chocolate Torte (Gluten-Free, Vegan, Refined Sugar Free and Easy!)
Comfort Food Everyone has a different definition of comfort food. To one person it might be fried chicken, to another a steaming dish of macaroni and cheese, to yet another a banana split. Influences come from how and where you were brought up, as well as your particular palate and what tastes (and feels) good in your mouth--not to mention your belly. But there may be one comfort food we agree on more than any other: chocolate cake. Dress it up any way you want. Get all gourmet and drizzle a ...
Pie Crust Cinnamon Rolls (Gluten-Free, Vegan)
This recipe holds a special place in my heart as it is one of my favorite childhood memories. Every Christmas my mother was in charge of making pies for the family. Even better than the pies themselves were the Pie Crust Cinnamon Rolls. Made from the pie crust scraps, my brother and I would look forward to their ooey, gooey goodness on Christmas morning. This past Christmas I decided to add them to our list of healthier versions of traditional favorites. The timing was perfect as my ...
Brookies (Gluten-Free, Vegan, Dairy-Free, Refined Sugar-Free)
I had never heard of Brookies until my kids spotted them in the fresh-baked section at our Wegmans grocery store. Turns out this delightful little dessert is a chocolate chip cookie (on the bottom) and brownie bar (on top). While I had to agree that this treat was to die for, at the same time my head ached as I envisioned all of the processed sugar and gluten that my kids were consuming. How to Make Gluten-free Vegan Brookies So my next challenge lay before me. . . creating a Brookie ...
![Yesterday I finally wrapped up a major decluttering project. Does anyone else find it therapeutic to clean??🤷♀️ I chose this special wine I'd been saving to mark the occasion. Paradise Springs Santa Barbara 2014 Pinot Noir. This winery brand boasts a very unique claim to fame. . .
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I've visited Paradise Springs Winery and enjoyed many of their wines. They are one of my favorite Virginia wine makers. They opened their doors in Clifton, Virginia in 2007, but by 2013 had grown from producing 1,300 cases annually to 12,000. With demand outpacing the supply of fruit in Virginia, founder Kirk Wiles headed west. In 2014 the Paradise Springs doors opened in Santa Barbara making it the first bicoastal winery brand in the United States.🍷🥂👏
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This 2014 Pinot Noir from Sta. Rita Hills is from their inaugural vintage and if it's any indication of things to come--the future is promising! It was balanced and delightful with smooth tannins and medium plus acidity. The nose opened with baking spices and black pepper while the palate was a nice dance of red fruits including strawberry, cherry, and red raspberry with a little hint of spice. The finish was long and enjoyable but not heavy handed. I am looking forward to trying more wines from the Santa Barbara location!🍷🥂
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