I don’t know about you, but more than anything, I wanted an Easy Bake Oven as a kid. One of my friends in the neighborhood had one so I did get to play with hers on occasion. I ran into this mini donut maker (Babycakes) a few years ago and instantly fell in love!…
Maple Baked Pears with Walnuts & Peanut Butter
I often wonder why pears are such an underrated fruit. Perhaps because some varieties have such a small ‘ripe’ window before getting too mushy? Or maybe it’s easier to infuse the flavor of apple into our baked goods and grocery items? I love pears, especially the Bosc variety. They stay firm, even when ripe, and have…
Ginger Molasses Cookies with Maple Cream Cheese Frosting – GF & V
Well, it’s hard to believe the holidays are right around the corner, which means it’s also cookie season and I have just the perfect cookie for you! These little gems are gluten-free/vegan, and filled with ginger, molasses, and a secret ingredient that makes them delightfully soft and chewy. This recipe will get you feeling festive and…
Quinoa Stuffed Roasted Red Peppers
My mom spent a lot of time roasting red peppers in the little broiler drawer under her stove in the basement. She’d turn them with her bare hands hunched down next to that hot flame. I enjoy them now more than I did back then, and I sure don’t ever remember yellow or orange peppers…
Shoestring Parsnip Fries with Garlic & Rosemary
If you’re a french fry lover and looking for a healthier alternative, you have to try these delicious little parsnip fries! I would never think of ditching my potatoes but this is a good way to mix it up and get some healthy root vegetables cooking in your kitchen. They’re chewy…
Gluten & Grain Free Thanksgiving Dressing
I think I’ve mentioned before that I’m not sensitive to gluten, but my inspiration to create gluten-free recipes came from my daughter Maya, who I believe, gets triggered just by looking at gluten! She was just recently diagnosed with celiac disease and we weren’t at all surprised. I used to make this recipe for her…
Pumpkin Spice Balls
Hope everyone had a fun Halloweeny day! I also hope you’re not tired of sweets because here’s another delicious dessert made with pumpkin purée, coconut butter, and your favorite cookie crumbs, all dipped in dark chocolate. You’ll get all the flavors of fall in one scrumptious bite! They can be made gluten-free and vegan if you…