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Paleo Brownies

This will grab your attention. I don’t care if you eat Paleo or not, these brownies are delicious and they will satisfy the most demanding sweet tooth. Make a batch. You might even consider doing a double batch. That way you have plenty to share. This is a recipe from Paleo grubs. Paleo Brownies 1 cup Almond butter (available at your local meat market) 1/3 cup maple syrup (available at your local butcher shop) 1 jumbo egg 2 Tablespoons Butter…

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Home-made Christmas gifts

Even though it is raining outside–the calendar says it is December the 6th. That means Christmas is less than 3 weeks away. Gift giving is a nice tradition. I like gifts from the heart and sometimes gifts from the hands. I enjoy cooking so it is easy to “make” Christmas gifts for family and friends. Today I am sharing a recipe for “no fail” fudge. One batch will make 2 1/2 pounds. I recommend doubling the recipe, packing the candy…

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Paleo Blueberry Cheesecake

This is a simple dessert that can satisfy the sweet tooth cravings without making you feel guilty.  It has few ingredients and is easy to assemble.  Enjoy! Paleo Blueberry Cheesecake Ricotta Cheese or Cream Cheese (total 16 oz.–you can do half and half) 1 orange or lemon 1 teaspoon vanilla 3 eggs 2 TBSP Olive oil or Coconut Oil 1/2 cup honey or 1/2 cup sugar or sugar substitute 1 1/2 cups of blueberries (fresh or frozen) Use the zest…

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Carrot Cake

The Butcher and I got to make a trip to Niagra Falls that coincided with my birthday.  I searched high and low for the “perfect” carrot cake.  I couldn’t even find a decent carrot cake. I decided when we got back home to make my own carrot cake.  The recipe I used couldn’t have been better.  I got it from my friend, Karen Miller, the Hunky Dory Pastries Favorite Recipe Cookbook.  I did make a couple of alterations.  It was…

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