Cranberry Bliss Bars

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Every Christmas season when Starbucks comes out with their beloved Cranberry Bliss Bars, I feel like the clock is frantically ticking towards the last bar in the case. Well, no more waiting till the snow falls to enjoy these beauties again. Cranberry bliss bars have made their way to my kitchen and I welcome them with open arms! Inspired by …

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Old Fashioned Molasses Cake Recipe (From 1942)

In Cookbook, Recipes | Delicious and Quick Recipes for Real Food by Lisa Soldo-Johnson6 Comments

My Grandmother created some of the fondest memories of my childhood. She was a real-life Superwoman, a mother of eight, a farmer, a gardener, a cook, a housewife, an employee, and a beautiful Godly German woman who managed her way through the Great Depression while still giving a helping hand to strangers in need. Through her example, she has taught …

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Israeli Shakshouka

In Dairy-free, Global Lifestyle, Gluten-free, Recipes | Delicious and Quick Recipes for Real Food by Lisa Soldo-Johnson4 Comments

Hands down, breakfast is my absolute favorite meal of the day. To me, there is nothing better than starting the day with a delicious protein-packed smoothie, a jar of dairy-free overnight oats, or my one of my favorites, an authentic Turkish breakfast. There are so many delicious options to choose from nowadays without resorting to that familiar bowl of Cheerios …

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10-Minute Egg Drop Soup

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Print Recipe 10 Minute Egg Drop Soup Yum The perfect solution for a delicious soup you can make in 10 minutes or less that is quick, simple, and healthy. Course Dinner, Lunch, Soup/Salad Cuisine American, Asian Prep Time 5 minutes Cook Time 5 minutes Servings people Ingredients 4 cups chicken broth2 tablespoons Tamari1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon cornstarch2 teaspoons water3 …

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Old-Fashioned Dairy Free Pancakes

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Print Recipe Old-Fashioned Dairy Free Pancakes Yum A healthy dairy-free version of the old-fashioned pancakes we grew up on. Lighly sweet, and very addictive. Try them with Trader Joe’s Coffee Syrup or Bourbon Barrel Aged Maple Syrup for a delightful twist on traditional syrup flavor. Course Breakfast Cuisine American Prep Time 5 minutes Cook Time 6-8 minutes per batch1 Servings …

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Chocolate Peanut Butter Chia Cupcakes

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Print Recipe Chocolate Peanut Butter Chia Cupcakes Yum Course Dessert Cuisine American Servings cupcakes Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, melted2 ounces semi-sweet baking chocolate Ghirardelli1/2 cup peanutbutter3/4 cup all-purpose flour1/2 cup cocoa powder, OMG! Superfoods Organic Cacao Powder1/2 teaspoon baking soda3/4 teaspoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon sea salt2 large eggs3 tablespoons chia seeds1/2 cup granulated sugar1/4 cup light brown sugar1 teaspoon vanilla …

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Poached Eggs with Bacon Eggplant Chutney

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Some mornings, I find it challenging to get creative in the kitchen. Maybe it’s because I’m not a morning girl and whipping up something deliciously original that everyone will love before they hurry out the door is not exactly my favorite way to start the day. At least not until after the first cup of coffee. Can you relate? Poached …

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Chocolate Strawberry Whip Cream Layer Cake

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My mom was one of the most creative people I knew when it came to making beautiful desserts. She had a way of turning basic ingredients into a symphony of decadent flavors like a masterful art piece. One of her specialties was this Chocolate Strawberry Whip Cream Layered Chocolate Cake. She has another variation of this cake using bananas instead …