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Banana Bread Beany Spread

Posted on June 14, 2011 by Deanna

Don’t you just love the rhythm of that title? But, beans? And, bananas? Together? Oh yes, I did. Really, it’s all the rage. I’m just copying the masters. First there was Evan, The Wanna Be Chef and his Dessert Hummus. … Continue reading →

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Indian Spiced Rice “Pudding”

Posted on June 7, 2011 by Deanna

Well, I would update you on what I ate the last couple of days of the sugar-free challenge. But, there’s not much to report. It was basically different incarnations of banana – banana + almond milk + ice = smoothie; … Continue reading →

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Fruitless Friday (Sugar-Free Day 3)

Posted on June 3, 2011 by Deanna

So, yesterday I went a bit overboard on the fruit. To make up for it, today was fruit-free. That’s right. The sweetest thing I ate today was a carrot. And, dang it if I don’t feel good. Breakfast: Quickie Carrot … Continue reading →

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Spring Fling Salad

Posted on May 29, 2011 by Deanna

You’d think my 100th post would be a cookie recipe, wouldn’t you? Or at least some kind of dessert. But, nope. I like to keep you on your toes. That’s a total lie. The brookies (brownie cookie) that I wanted … Continue reading →

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Genius Blondies – A Variation

Posted on May 22, 2011 by Deanna

The simply adorable Katie, over at Chocolate Covered Katie, sent a call out for folks to make variations of her Genius Blondies.  Do a riff on a gluten-free, grain-free, vegan baked good? Why, of course! The kiddo decided what we … Continue reading →

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Almost Elvis Cookies (vegan, grain-free)

Posted on May 16, 2011 by Deanna

“Mom, Elvis is that guy with a front-butt, right?” “Well, you’re thinking of Tortelvis. But, close – he was the famous singer.” “So, what do cookies have to do with Elvis, Mom?” “Well, when Elvis got famous and rich, he … Continue reading →

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Sweet Or Savory Challenge: Carob Cookies

Posted on May 12, 2011 by Deanna

Let’s just get this out of the way right up front. Sorry! I know I’ve been neglecting you all. I’ve been just a wee bit distracted with this and this and, oh yah, this. One would think that with all … Continue reading →

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Raw Cake Pop Challenge

Posted on April 27, 2011 by Deanna

When Nicole and Lisa posted a raw cake pop challenge, and it just so happened to fall during April in the Raw, I knew I had to join in the…um…fun. Yes, that’s what it’s been. Fun. Well. Sort of. Let’s … Continue reading →

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Rhubarb Butter Bars (raw, vegan, grain-free)

Posted on April 26, 2011 by Deanna

Don’t forget to sign up for my giveaway of Ricki’s e-books. Check out all the details! Rhubarb – the first fruit of spring – has arrived in Wisconsin. Yesterday, thanks to my very generous uncle, I was gifted with a … Continue reading →

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Massaman Curry Soup

Posted on April 24, 2011 by Deanna

It’s spring and I should be thinking of light and refreshing and green soups – asparagus and peas and ramps and such. But, it’s Wisconsin and spring has stubbornly refused to arrive this year. So, in the midst of my … Continue reading →

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