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Classic Chocolate Chip Cookies

Classic Chocolate Chip Cookies

For those of you who tried my Walnut Chocolate Chip Cookie and thought they were too thin, then this cookie is for you.  It is more of a “Tollhouse” chocolate chip cookie.  My kids LOVE these cookies, I have to hide them so they won’t eat them 

Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Bars

Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Bars

All I can say is these are amazing and no one can ever tell they are gluten free. This is a great beginner recipe for a newbie gluten free cook.  No special ingredients or equipment needed.  Besides who doesn’t love the combination of peanut butter and 

Lentil Hummus

Lentil Hummus

Hummus was always one of those things I purchased at the grocery store and never really thought to make myself.  But making it yourself has its advantages:  you have complete control of the ingredients, no added preservatives or things you can’t pronounce and you just can’t beat the fresh flavor of homemade hummus!

Most hummus that you see are made with chickpeas, but I had lentils on hand and decided to give it a whirl.  I was pleasantly surprised and will definitely keep using them.  Lentils require the least amount of soaking and cooking time.  Perfect for a last minute hummus.

Lentil Hummus

  • 3 cups cooked lentils
  • 5 cloves garlic, smashed
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 2 tablespoons tahini
  • juice of one lemon
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • salt and pepper
  1. Combine all ingredients in a food processor or blender.
  2. Serve with fresh vegetables.
Easy Caramel

Easy Caramel

Ok, so this is NOT how I learned how to make caramel in Pastry School.  Cooking sugar can be quite tempermental and dangerous, just check out the burns on my hands from splattered hot sugar. Awesome.  And no, I’m not posting a picture of that, just 

Gluten Free Chocolate Chunk Scones

Gluten Free Chocolate Chunk Scones

These are a bit more indulgent than your average scone… chocolate for breakfast?  Yes.  I am a grown up now, and I decided that’s ok.  I am hearing more and more about the health benefits associated with dark chocolate.  So yes, I am going to