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Quinoa and Mushroom Risotto

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If you like risotto, you will love it quinoa style.  You won’t have to “pot-watch” for an hour! 2 T. unsalted butter 4 oz. (1 c.) coarsely chopped… Read More »

Cherry Chocolate Ice Cream Cake

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This cake rates as one of the best things you will ever put in your mouth.  It is that good.  And, as a bonus, it’s a make-ahead dessert. … Read More »

Creme Fraiche

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The transformation is magic!  Creme Fraiche is like a milder, richer sour cream. 2 c. heavy cream 2 T. buttermilk Mix cream and buttermilk in bowl Cover, and… Read More »

Banana Bread – Best Ever!!

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Adapted from Joanne Chang’s famous “Flour Bakery”, this is the best banana bread on the planet! 1 1/2 cups (210 grams) all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking soda Tiny… Read More »

Cauliflower Mock Mashed Potatoes – Instant Pot

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This recipe is so simple and so good.  I used to make it with raw garlic, but throwing the garlic in with the cauliflower to cook makes this… Read More »

Perfect Mojito

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After 2 muddlers, I finally found the perfect one from Amazon (Oxo) that has a nylon head with little points that really crushes into the mint and lime…. Read More »

Black Bean and Quinoa Burgers with Easy Guacamole

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This burger is packed with flavor.  It has a crispy outer crust, and creamy middle.  The guacamole is so easy and tasty.  Each time you make these burgers,… Read More »

Gluten Free Molasses Spice Cookies

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2 1/2 c. (10 oz) blanched almond flour (must be blanched) 1/2 t. fine sea salt 1 t. baking soda 3/4 t. ground ginger 1/2 t. ground cloves… Read More »

Maryland Crab Cakes – From Maryland, of course!

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Being from Maryland, I grew up on steamed crabs.  Keeping the crab cakes fairly simple is the key to let the flavor of the crab shine through.  Also,… Read More »

Chicken Nuggets – Kid Friendly

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So easy and so good. 1 lb. chicken breast 1  c. flour 1 c. Italian bread crumbs 1 t. salt 1 t. baking powder 2 c. buttermilk peanut… Read More »