Category Archives: recipes

Strawberry (Or Any Fruit) Mayo

While at Bronwyn’s, Brendan made some strawberry mayo for our sandwiches. I know what you’re thinking. What? How on earth could strawberry mayonnaise be any good? And how on earth is it supposed to go well with your delicious tomato, lettuce, whatever-else sammich? Well, believe … Read More

Tasty Tofu! A Zesty Herb Marinade

Tasty Tofu! A Zesty Herb Marinade

The most common complaint about tofu is that it’s “too bland”. Well, of course it is when you’re eating it by itself! You need to put some flavor into that sponge and let it soak it up first! So what the heck do you marinate … Read More

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Summer Moist Strawberry Bread

So I thought you folks might like a recipe! The strawberries were on sale, and so we bought a bunch, but there’s only two of us and though we are Strawberry Devourers, I was worried they would go off before we had a chance to … Read More

Pumpkin Green Monster

You may or may not remember from last year how much of a all-things-could-be-flavored-pumpkin fan I am. And of course, when I found this recipe for a pumpkin green monster, I had to try it immediately or forever perish in this ridiculous heat wave. 3 … Read More

Simple Green Monster

This gorgeous gal mentioned these green smoothies she’d been making for her post work out snack ages ago, but I finally just got around to making one today. There’s a bit of a funny story behind it, actually. I kept saying, “Today is the day!”, … Read More

Eggnog Pancakes

For those of you that don’t have eggnog, or just don’t want to use the drink in pancakes, there’s a recipe from Joy the Baker on how to get the same taste without using the eggnog. I haven’t tried it yet but I definitely plan … Read More

Spiced Pumpkin Bread & Muffins

★ 1 (15 ounce) can pumpkin puree ★ 4 eggs ★ 1 cup vegetable oil ★ 2/3 cup water ★ 3 cups white sugar ★ 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour ★ 2 teaspoons baking soda ★ 1 1/2 teaspoons salt ★ 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon … Read More

Kara's Yummy Dumplings (Recipe)

What You Need 4 eggs [1 raw, 3 scrambled] 3/4 lb ground beef, tofu, or vegetarian ground beef substitute. (I recommend Morning Star ground beef substitute.) 1/2 cup water 1/3 cup soy sauce 1 1/2 tsp ginger paste 2 tsp garlic paste 1/2 tsp salt … Read More

Three Cheese Pasta Bake

★ 1 1/2 cups (6 ounces) dried noodles (macaroni, shells, etc) ★ 2 tablespoons (1/4 stick) unsalted butter ★ 2 tablespoons all purpose flour ★ 1 1/2 milk ★ 2 cups (8 ounces) lightly packed, coarsely grated extra-sharp Cheddar cheese ★ 1 cup (4 ounces) … Read More

Fruit Filled Oatmeal Squares

★ 1/2 cup salted butter, room temp ★ 1 cup light brown sugar ★ 1 egg ★ 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract ★ 1 1/4 cups flour ★ 1/2 teaspoon baking soda ★ 2 cups oats ★ 1 cup jam/preserves of choice (homemade or store … Read More

Frozen Hot Chocolate

I find this is the perfect summer beverage. Sweet and soothing. For those of us that love our hot cocoa, but don’t want to sweat the heat. =) ? frozen hot cocoa packet or powder of choice ? milk (soy, almond, rice, etc) ? ice … Read More

Blueberry Muffins

★ 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour ★ 3/4 cup white sugar ★ 1/2 teaspoon salt ★ 2 teaspoons baking powder ★ 1/3 cup vegetable oil ★ 1 egg ★ 1/3 cup milk ★ 1 cup fresh blueberries Additional Crumb Topping ★ 1/2 cup white sugar … Read More