Author Archives: Deanna

SRC: Pumpkin French Toast Bake

Posted on January 28, 2013

It’s Secret Recipe Club time again. Actually, it’s my last time. I made the tough decision to quit doing Secret Recipe Club. 2013 is a year of letting go of obligations and being as true to myself as possible. And, … Continue reading →

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Quick Bite: Sweet Potato Basil Soup

Posted on January 24, 2013

Some recipes I spend a lot of time on. Some recipes I throw together with whatever sounds good at the moment (or whatever is about to go bad in the fridge). Sometimes, that second kind of recipe yields a winner. … Continue reading →

Posted in basil, grain-free, main dish, Quick Bites, soup, sweet potato, vegan | Tagged , , | 6 Comments

How “Natural” Is Your Peanut Butter?

Posted on January 22, 2013

Growing up, there were always 2 jars of peanut butter in the cupboard – one small jar of Skippy creamy, and one giant jar of Jif crunchy. I was a Jif girl. It wasn’t because I liked crunchy better than … Continue reading →

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Sweet Potato & Swiss Chard Sauté

Posted on January 9, 2013

Lest everyone think that I live on things like Sugar Crunch Coffee Cake, and lest anyone fear that I will no longer be posting healthy vegan food, today’s offering is both vegan and healthy. In fact, it will fit into … Continue reading →

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Sugar Crunch Coffee Cake (grain-free)

Posted on January 5, 2013

I’ve had this recipe figured out for months. I’ve made it for family, for friends, and for my 1st annual Halloween Zombrunch (with a bloody cherry sauce drizzle). Everyone that’s tried it has loved it, including my gluten-eating friends. But, … Continue reading →

Posted in breakfast, cinnamon, desserts, grain-free, nightshade-free, nuts | Tagged | 30 Comments

Pina Colada Smoothie

Posted on December 10, 2012

Creamy, comforting, and full of vitamin C, this is the perfect smoothie for the cold and flu season. Or so says the sick kiddo. Pina Colada Smoothie 1 very ripe banana 1 small handful frozen pineapple 1/4 to 1/2 cup … Continue reading →

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Savory Squash Galette

Posted on November 30, 2012

Simple, scrumptious, and seasonal – this recipe is easy enough for a weeknight dinner (with a little prep work) and special enough for those vegan holiday celebrations. I used Brittany’s excellent grain-free, vegan pie crust. I’ve made the crust a … Continue reading →

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