Cocoa Nuts Cookies are the perfect summer treat, because they’re simple, yummy, no bake bites. When I make these, I only make 12. Even though they’re delicious AND good for you, the more I have available, the more I think I can eat! I call it fat math – the less I have, the less…
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Pizza BLT
Delicious, easy, and one of my favorite Italian food groups, Pizza BLT is the perfect marriage of the ever popular pizza and the classic BLT. Since we have a lot of great homegrown tomatoes this summer, I’m raising and expanding the BLT menu. We eat a BLT with the first tomato of the season (a…
Brown Sugar Shortbread
Just a note first – the website has an entirely new look, and much easier to use with handheld devices. We really like it, and hope you will too. It’s a learning curve for me, so I’m sure there will be some slips! Shortbread cookies are one of our favorite desserts. There are never-ending variations,…
Making the Most of Pantry Staples
I’m experimenting with sprouting some of my pantry staples, to create new flavors, and increase the food value. My first two attempts turned out really well. First, I sprouted dried chickpeas, then cooked them like I normally would. For sprouting instructions, refer to the Indoor Gardening with Sprouts post. Next I worked with brown rice….
Pickled Swiss Chard Stems
Continuing my love of all things pickled! Our Swiss chard has huge leaves, with stems to match. The last time I picked, I decided to try cutting the stalks out and pickling them. I used my Fresh Kosher Pickles recipe.