Starbucks Replacement Ideas – Orange Cocoa

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[amd-zlrecipe-recipe:17] This can be done in the microwave as well, if you use single servings, and heat the cocoa and sugar and water first so that it blends.  Then add milk and orange rind, heat until hot.  Strain, garnish, and serve. ... Continue reading...

New Product – Prana Bar

We were sent a couple samples to try, and I ADORED them!  They were too coconut-ty for Mike, and I wouldn't let the kids try them because I have a job to do.  And these babies - tasted like Coconut macaroons - I love my job. Warning - these are NOT for weight loss!  They are for energy and ... Continue reading...

My Top Nine

It has been said that women who cook for a family generally have a repertoire of 9 main meals. Naturally this brought out my creative competitive side. I've been thinking for awhile that I need to see if I measure up. For my list, I've gone with the meals that I know the recipe in my head, if I ... Continue reading...

Cookbook Review – great gift for the Celiac!

So I was asked to review a cookbook - awhile ago. A long while ago.  The thing with writing a cookbook review is that I have to follow the recipes - who does that I ask you?   And the other thing that gets me all riled up - measuring! Have you any idea how long it took me to FIND my measuring cups ... Continue reading...

How to substitute Gravies and Seasonings in a Gluten Free Meal

Alternately titled, "My Love Affair with Onion Soup Mix". You've heard me profess undying devotion to that silvery papery kitchen god. Now, I have to confess - I can't live without Onion Soup Mix. Notice the capitols? Yeah. I revere. Give me a break, I talk about my reverence for Onion Soup ... Continue reading...

Warm & Cozy Casseroles

Warm & Cozy casseroles - but no veggies made from roots, except carrots. I just don't think that anything that lives underground, sucks nutrition from dirt should be eaten by humans. Except carrots. Thats entirely different. Don't judge me. :) [cref 855 Cheesy Thai Chowder] with home made ... Continue reading...