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Apple Miso Almond Nut Butter Sandwich

This Apple Miso Almond Nut Butter Sandwich is a new twist on peanut butter and jam sandwich! You can use any type of nut butter – cashew, soy, hazelnut. Miso is a salty paste made by cooking and fermenting soybeans and grains. Low in saturated fat, high in protein, it comes in various strengths and […]

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Why I Like Teaching Cooking Classes

A long time ago women gathered in community or church kitchens and cooked together for holidays, canned preserves or pickles. The time consuming tasks were pleasantly endured thanks to the camaraderie. When people take cooking classes, they are not cooking in isolation but rather with other people with whom they can share the experience of […]

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Quinoa Pecan Fudge Cupcakes

Quinoa flour provides a moist crumb. These Quinoa Pecan Fudge Cupcakes are delicious with or without an icing. Yield: 12 cupcakes Preheat oven to 350°F Ingredients: ¼ cup almond nut butter , smooth ½ cup chocolate or vanilla soymilk ¼ cup cocoa powder 1 cup fair trade brown sugar ½ cup quinoa flour, toasted ¾ […]

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Quinoa & Agave Nectar Currant Pudding

Delicious hot or cold, this quinoa & agave nectar currant pudding can be prepared using brown rice as well. Sprinkle with berries and you have a great addition to any meal. Makes: 6 servings Ingredients: 2 cup cooked quinoa 1 cup soy, rice or almond milk ½ cup currants or dried cherries 1-12.3oz box firm […]

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Bruschetta with Black Bean Puree, Tomatoes and Arugula

I have found a silicone basting brush to be the best tool to use when grilling. Its non porous bristles won’t shed and are easy to clean. Leave the bristles with the boars. Grilled bread is a satisfying meal any time of day. To serve at dinner, use a loaf that is 8 inches long […]

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