Every once in a while, the thought of getting a tattoo crosses my mind. Sometimes I roll certain ideas or sayings or tributes around in my head, thinking on what, if anything, I should permanently …
Individual Strawberry and Mint Cobblers
Two years ago today, I was a freaking mess. I was frantically running around my place, packing, baking, photographing and writing my very first blog post. That afternoon I was driving down from LA to …
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Small Fact Friday: Bananas and Ripening
Whole Wheat Fig and Walnut Cookies
If at first you don't succeed, try again. And maybe one more time. Or two. Or maybe three. This year, it took me three recipes to settle on this Whole Wheat Fig and Walnut Cookie to share in this …
Whole Wheat Kabocha Muffins
Kabocha squash isn't just for the dinner table. The nutty sweetness is perfect for adding to baked goods, which also gives your treats a nutritional boost. The possibilities seem endless for what you …
Sweet Potato Walnut Cookies
Sweet potatoes aren't just for Thanksgiving and slathering with marshmallows or butter. Sweet potatoes are chock-full of vitamins that reduce stress, boost immunity, help prevent heart attacks, and …
Beet Cupcakes with Orange Neufchâtel Frosting
Surprise! Vegetables aren't just for dinner! The beet is a great root vegetable to use in sweet applications as well. I usually pair it with chocolate when I'm baking. …
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Banana Nut Oatmeal Buttermilk Muffins
A few weeks ago, I made a cake for N's mom's birthday. I had been waiting to make this cake for her for a while, since the flavors were right up her alley. Before I went to the market, I reviewed the …
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Pumpkin Persimmon Cookies
Giving cookies around the holidays makes them extra special. They carry a dash of extra magic and taste that much better. The magic grows when the cookies are made for a good cause. This year, I …
Gluten Free Apple Cake
A friend asked me once why I choose to make certain recipes. One would think that I just get divine inspiration, I've always wanted to make these recipes, they're passed down from relative to …
Banana Bread
Today I'm taking a break from my regularly scheduled fall eats to pay tribute to my grandma. I first told you about her on Mother's Day. She raised 7 kids and didn't have the easiest life, but she …
Savory Zucchini and Spinach Quinoa Muffins
I won't classify myself as a breakfast person. I eat it; it's usually pretty straight forward: oatmeal with fruit, cereal with fruit and yogurt, almond butter toast… Nothing crazy, right? A few …
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