It’s hot cocoa day, but who really needs a reason to have hot cocoa? When it comes to hot cocoa I’m a homemade kind of girl. Nothing is better and it really isn’t hard to make. And if you have special dietry needs making you own from scratch is your best option. Here’s my reciipe.Continue reading “It’s National Hot Cocoa Day!”
Tag Archives: recipe
Naked Carrot Cake
That got your attention didn’t it? Since this is Friday the 13th I thought maybe we could all use a little pick-me-up. Most people celebrate special occasions with cake. At our house cake is a reason for celebration all its own. And why not? Especially when you health it up a bit. All cakes atContinue reading “Naked Carrot Cake”
Gluten Free Monster cookies — A Holiday Extra
Just a little holiday recipe that I know is many people’s favorite. I did play around with it a bit. Please stay with me following the recipe for my notes made as I was making these. Monster Cookies 1/2 c. softened margarine (I use an olive oil spread) 1/2 cup agave nectar 1/2 cup powderedContinue reading “Gluten Free Monster cookies — A Holiday Extra”
A Spring Recipe – Deviled Eggs
When I think of spring and summer something that always comes to mind is deviled eggs. They are always a part of my Easter table as well as picnic food throughout the summer. The other day I was talking to a friend about an upcoming potluck in our little community. I said, “We might endContinue reading “A Spring Recipe – Deviled Eggs”
Chocolate Chip Trail Mix Cookies
Who doesn’t love cookies? Cookies turn even an ordinary day into a celebration. This is my regular chocolate chip cookie recipe jazzed up a bit. Just in time for holiday cookie exchanges, this recipe is gluten free, egg free and reduced fat. Don’t be fooled by the ingredients in this recipe. These taste so good,Continue reading “Chocolate Chip Trail Mix Cookies”
Mom’s Easy Potato Soup
When I was putting together the list of soup recipes for yesterday’s post I couldn’t find my mom’s potato soup. Surely I had shared that here. Well apparently not. So here it is. My mom like to make this on Sunday afternoon and we would have a bowl before going back to church for eveningContinue reading “Mom’s Easy Potato Soup”
It’s National Ice Cream Month!
July is National Ice Cream Month by Presidential Proclamation 5219, signed by then President Reagan on July 9, 1984. But did you know that today, July 17 is also National Ice Cream Day? Ice cream is certainly one way I enjoy my journey through life. Let’s think about ways we can celebrate ice cream. Try aContinue reading “It’s National Ice Cream Month!”
Carrot Raisin Breakfast Mini-Muffins
These healthy little gluten free, low fat muffins will satisfy a sweet tooth while also providing a healthy dose of fiber and protein. Ingredients: 1 T. flax seed meal plus 3 T. hot water (or 1 egg) ¾ c. milk (I use almond milk) ½ c. unsweetened applesauce 1/3 c. agave nectar ( or 2/3Continue reading “Carrot Raisin Breakfast Mini-Muffins”
Pizza Pie Day
I know I didn’t get this on the holiday list for February. How could I miss it? I think I should start checking the Food Holiday list from The Nibble more often. Let’s just say I love Pizza. So do I have a gluten free pizza recipe? Of course! This is not my healthiest recipeContinue reading “Pizza Pie Day”
A Savory Pumpkin Side Dish
Who doesn’t love pumpkin pie? I know I do, but I also enjoy savory pumpkin dishes, like my Pumpkin Quinoa Pilaf with Bacon. Pumpkin Quinoa Pilaf with Bacon Ingredients: 6 strips turkey bacon diced check the label for gf turkey bacon — I use Jennie-O 1 Tablespoon olive oil 1 cup quinoa 2 cupsContinue reading “A Savory Pumpkin Side Dish”
espirational.com 