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Grandma K’s Banana Bread

Posted on November 25, 2014 by Deanna

My mom has said that I get my baking skills from my grandmother (and that they skipped a generation). I don’t know if that’s true, but I do know that I have many fond memories of the delicious baked goods … Continue reading →

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Pie Crust

Posted on October 5, 2014 by Deanna

Since last I blogged, my mom has started eating gluten-free. That means I’ve gotten lots of questions (which is great!) and a few requests for recipes. She’s pretty good at letting Google be her guide. But, being the good mom … Continue reading →

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April Unprocessed: Banana Walnut Bites

Posted on April 1, 2014 by Deanna

So, it’s April, and it still doesn’t really feel like spring outside. But, I’ve got the urge to do spring cleaning. And what better way to do spring cleaning than to clean up my diet. Now, this isn’t some crazy cleanse. … Continue reading →

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Banana Peanut Butter Bites

Posted on February 5, 2014 by Deanna

“Mom! These melt in your mouth!” cried the swooning kiddo. I’ll take that as a sign. If you want a vegan version, check out my Almost Elvis cookies. Banana Peanut Butter Bites 1 very ripe banana 1/2 cup creamy peanut … Continue reading →

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Tropical Tart

Posted on January 27, 2014 by Deanna

It’s the dead of winter, and it’s cold. Wouldn’t we all like just a little bit of the tropics right about now? You know you would. Unless you’re my kiddo, who absolutely turned his nose up at this one. Silly … Continue reading →

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Spaetzle Mac

Posted on June 18, 2013 by Deanna

Well, I’m still in a cast. And, generally, that means I’m still avoiding the kitchen. But, I can only feed my kid hummus and carrot sticks for just so long before he revolts and says, “would you please cook something?” … Continue reading →

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Peanut Butter Oatmeal Cookies

Posted on May 1, 2013 by Deanna

So, this happened. Yes, yes I do have a broken foot. *sigh* Needless to say, I haven’t been doing much recipe development lately. Or, actually, I’ve been throwing stuff together that’s quick and easy and never writing anything down. Popcorn … Continue reading →

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Whipped Coconut Butter Frosting

Posted on March 23, 2013 by Deanna

Remember the coconut cake? I teased you then and said I’d post the recipe for the frosting soon. Today’s the day! Alas, there are no photos. You’ll just have to refer back to the cake and picture what it might … Continue reading →

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Coconut Cake (grain-free/paleo option)

Posted on March 19, 2013 by Deanna

This is the season of birthdays in my house. We’ve got one in February, one in March, a couple in April…. It’s a cake extravaganza around here. And, now, finally, I can say there’s a cake I like. Okay. A … Continue reading →

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Citrus Sweeties

Posted on February 24, 2013 by Deanna

It’s February in Wisconsin – the month when we all start longing for signs of spring, and the month which so capriciously teases us with sunny days and snowy nights. Well, if I can’t have spring, at least I can … Continue reading →

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