Category Archives: Dessert

Apricot Walnut Apple Cookies

Posted on January 9, 2011 by

Here’s a recipe for a  healthy cookie that makes an awesome snack or breakfast component. Adapted from Applesauce Softies in Vegan Cookies Invade Your Cookie Jar. Apricot Walnut Apple Cookies 1/2 cup spelt flour 1/2 cup oat flour 3/4 cup … Continue reading →

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Days 18, 19, and 20: Birthday Weekend

Posted on December 22, 2010 by

No day 17 post, because there’s really nothing to say but 0 miles. Saturday began with two of my favorite things: Greek yogurt and a haircut. I’m still unsure about the actual result of the haircut, but the experience is … Continue reading →

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Day 9: Chana Masala and Cranberry Relish

Posted on December 10, 2010 by

I have been eating some amazing bowls of oatmeal lately. Here’s one from yesterday: Oats, granny smith apple, dried cranberries, slivered almonds, cinnamon, and a splash of agave nectar. Today also started with a fantastic bowl of oats, which was … Continue reading →

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Thanksgiving: Round One

Posted on November 1, 2010 by

Thanksgiving is easily my favorite holiday. Starting in mid October, the craving for a Tofurky dinner sets in. So the other day, I decided that Greg and I should prepare a Thanksgiving feast. It would be a practice run, if … Continue reading →

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Pumpkin Bars

Posted on October 22, 2010 by

Another modified Penzeys recipe. They’re really more like cake than bars, but I’m not complaining. The original recipe called for browned butter frosting, but I went with my dad’s cream cheese frosting instead. Pumpkin Bars 1/2 cup (1 stick) butter … Continue reading →

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Sweet Potato Muffins

Posted on October 14, 2010 by

This is a recipe from Penzeys that I changed up as I saw fit. Do me a favor and don’t eat these for breakfast. They’re absolutely delicious and could definitely be turned into a breakfast muffin, but not in this … Continue reading →

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Lavender Shortbread Cookies

Posted on October 11, 2010 by

I picked up some culinary lavender at work yesterday. These cookies are delicious, and I think the lavender flavor makes them just right for enjoying with tea. Lavender Shortbread Cookies 3 sticks of butter 1 cup sugar 1 tsp double … Continue reading →

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Peach Pie

Posted on October 10, 2010 by

Finally, my sister’s peach pie recipe. First, the crust. Emily tells me that the dough produced by this recipe is a bit difficult to work with, but it tastes delicious anyway. For an 8-10 inch pie: 1 cup (two sticks) … Continue reading →

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Coconut Macaroons

Posted on October 1, 2010 by

This is a recipe that I found on the Martha Stewart website, but it’s pretty much the same as all coconut macaroon recipes. Since they only have 5 ingredients, they’re really easy to whip up, and they make a really … Continue reading →

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Special Delivery

Posted on September 29, 2010 by

Just when I thought today couldn’t get any better, it did. My long awaited delivery of 3 jars of Justin’s Chocolate Hazelnut Butter has arrived! Luckily, Greg was also there to document the occasion. Please note the Piroshky Piroshky shirt. … Continue reading →

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