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Maple Pecan Freezer Fudge
My favorite dessert of autumn simply has to be pecan pie. It was never something I enjoyed as a kid, but as an adult, those pecans and their rich flavor, complemented by a sweet, sugary filling, was...
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Homemade Gifts: Lavender Olive Oil Body Scrub
I love making (and receiving!) homemade gifts. There is something truly special about spending time thinking about and crafting something specifically for a certain friend or family member. The gift...
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Four Tips to Sustain a Healthy Lifestyle
green juice – a great way to increase your veggies! To be perfectly honest, I’m not big on making New Year’s resolutions. It doesn’t mean I’m not a goal-setter; I just prefer to set goals when I feel...
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Fall In Love With Beets
beets freshly harvested from my garden last spring The beet is an underappreciated wonder of the root vegetable world, passed over by shoppers in search for the common carrots and potatoes, and...
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Three Healthy, Easy Ways to Create Flavor in Your Recipes
Curry-Roasted Kabocha Squash with Rosemary This time of year is when I start to get spring fever. Not so much as it relates to warmer weather – I live in Texas, and it’s not like we have long, cold...
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Roasted Beet “Hummus”
Hello, it’s me, the beet-lady. I’m beginning to feel like maybe I’m earning that name, seeing as how I’ve previously shared with you a ton of beet recipes and have declared my love for these gorgeous...
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Secret Ingredient Chocolate Sheet Cake
source: Alta Mantsch Chocolate. Sheet. Cake. Now those, my friends, are three words that invoke comfort. And this cake definitely fits the bill – a fudgy, moist cake, topped with a decadent, rich,...
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Strawberry Salsa
Source: Alta Mantsch Looking for a quick way to bring some fresh, summertime flavor to your meal? Why not try a fruit-based salsa? In a matter of 10 minutes, you can create something that will elevate...
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Five Healthy Sources of Protein and Chocolate Protein “Frosty”
source: Alta Mantsch I’m generally a fan of obtaining protein from natural, whole foods sources. After all, that’s what our body will recognize as food, right? But sometimes, we fall into a rut, and...
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Blueberry Syrup (A Way to Enjoy Summer All Year Long)
Source: Alta Mantsch When berries are in season, I can’t get enough of them. I buy two pints of blueberries a week, and at least a pint of strawberries, when I can get them. I want to stuff myself...
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Five Health Benefits of Gelatin
source: Alta Mantsch Do you get a lot of gelatin in your diet? Chances are, if you’re like most people, you might think of gelatin when you’re eating Jell-O or occasionally when you’re baking, but...
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Thai Chicken Curry
source: Alta Mantsch The weather is cooling, and it’s time for more comfort foods. My favorites are those that cook low and slow, coaxing delicious, cozy flavors and allowing ingredients to mingle with...
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Make-Ahead Gluten-Free Turkey Gravy
source: Alta Mantsch The holidays are full of way-too-much craziness. It’s terrifically busy. Especially when preparing for Thanksgiving dinner. Even if we do a potluck-style meal, I tend to make...
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20 Edible Holiday Gift Ideas
The holidays are upon us, and it’s time to start thinking about your gift list. Personally, I love making handmade gifts for others. Especially edible ones. After all, there are plenty of people out...
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Ways to Say “Yes” in 2014
Have you made your New Year’s Resolutions yet? Just browsing around, I’m seeing a common theme in New Year’s Resolutions. Many are wanting to lose weight. Spend less money. Eat less sweets. Go on a...
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