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Banana Bread with Rice Flour

posted June 23, 2029 in Al Dente Gourmet

Gluten Free Banana BreadOne of my friends is Gluten Intolerant. And since She's been "diagnosed” I noticed She feels a little bit down at times. So I decided to try making a Yummy Gluten Free recipe for her to cheer her up. I also eat Gluten Fre (read full article)

Homemade Coconut Macaroons

posted January 12, 2029 in Al Dente Gourmet

Coconut Macaroons are the best! In this recipe I will tell you how to make one of the most delicious little treats in the whole world! This original recipe that I’ve been working for a while is gluten free and dairy free. So everyone can enjoy (read full article)

2005 Girard Artistry Napa Valley Red Wine

posted August 17, 2010 in The Blog Wine Cellar

The 2005 Girard Artistry is a proprietary blend of 54% Cabernet Sauvignon, 22% Cabernet Franc, 14% Petit Verdot, 9% Malbec, and 1% Merlot. The fruit is primarily sourced from vineyards located in the Oakville and St. Helena appellations of Napa. Th (read full article)

Low Fat Oatmeal-Banana Muffins

posted August 16, 2010 in Family Spice

In our house, we are counting down to the first day of school. T-minus 9 days 'til school days! And continuing with my breakfast ideas to make the Back-To-School morning rush go easier, I have another great recipe to start your day off right: Low Fat (read full article)

EWAMERS @ Center Stage Family KTV Bar & Resto

posted August 16, 2010 in My Little World

Ian invited me last Thursday to join in their birthday treat blowout with his officemates at Center Stage in Jupiter Street. Note: All August and September celebrant are in-charge for the bill, since Ian celebrates his birthday on August 14, he contr (read full article)

Celebrating summer with blueberry pancakes

posted August 16, 2010 in Our Life in Meals

My favorite blueberry memory isn’t a special dish or preparation, but eating blueberries straight from the bush. When I was growing up, we would always visit Sweden in the summer, and picking fresh blueberries was one of my favorite activities. (read full article)

Garden Fresh Tomato Sauce & Spaghetti

posted August 15, 2010 in Living the Gourmet

Ingredients:About 7 Vine Ripe Tomatoes - quartered1 bunch of fresh basil4 – 5 cloves of garlic – crushed & chopped1 Italian hot cherry pepper – sliced with seedsDashes of Dried OreganoOlive oil – for drizzlingRomano cheese for grating1 lb (read full article)

When Did I Get This Old?!

posted August 15, 2010 in Iowa Girl Eats

Good morning, good morning! It couldn’t possibly be any more perfect outside than it is right now. Sunny, cool & breezy. These are the days that make me want to be a camp counselor for a living, or something, so I can be outside all day! I (read full article)

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posted August 14, 2010 in Frugal Front Porch

Sunday Coupon Preview Updated FYI everyone, Sunday Coupon Preview has been updated with the inserts scheduled to hit this Sunday’s newspaper. I noticed a few coupons that would be great in the kiddo’s lunch boxes: Dannon yogurt, B... Great Deals (read full article)

Best Picnic Spots

posted August 14, 2010 in Picnic Food Ideas

Best Picnic Spots The tradition of having picnics is spread worldwide nowadays. It has been scientifically proved that eating in a relaxed manner and especially in the open air is very good for health. In the scurrying rhythm of our modern civilizati (read full article)

Strawberry and Kiwifruit Pavlova

posted August 13, 2010 in A Communal Table

Strawberry and Kiwifruit PavlovaIn culinary school, you have to take classes in both cooking and pastry.  After the first few classes, most people have a clear preference - they are either cooks or bakers, rarely both. I was and still am a cook. (read full article)

Creamy Low Fat Pasta Salad

posted August 12, 2010 in Taste

I love creamy pasta salad, but I rarely eat it because it is usually so fatty and unhealthy.   I have been a pasta salad fanatic all summer and decided to try a creamy, but low fat and veggie loaded version this week.  It turned out pe (read full article)

Cedar Plank Grilled Pesto Wild Alaskan Salmon

posted August 12, 2010 in Karen B\'s Cooking Made Easy!

This Pesto Salmon will not only taste great but will impress as well!You will need to get some Cedar Planks. They can be found at cooking stores, Costco, Home Depot and Lowe's. If you cannot find some go to the local home improvement store and hav (read full article)

Dinning Table Centerpiece Arrangements, Ideas and Tips

posted August 12, 2010 in Karen B\'s Cooking Made Easy!

A Friend of mine attended a wedding and snapped a photo of the table at the reception. This attractive centerpiece caught my eye!What a beautiful arrangement. Who would have ever thought to use Hydrangea's and Succulents such as hen & chicks! (read full article)

Temptation Thursday!

“Drink moderately, for drunkenness neither keeps a secret, nor observes a promise”-Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra Hello! Can you believe that is is Thursday already? I can't! Today I have two drink recipes to share with you - one with and one witho (read full article)

360° Restaurant

posted August 12, 2010 in My Little World

After we explore the indoor and outdoor part of tower, Ian and I decided to have our late lunch. We make our reservation first and wait until 3pm for our turn. We lifted from ground floor up to 60th floor, when I stepped out the elevator I saw the de (read full article)

Deep Dish Blueberry Pie

posted August 12, 2010 in Living the Gourmet

Adapted from: Reader’s Digest Creative CookingIngredients:Pastry:2 ¼ cups flour½ cup water¼ cup butter¼ cup vegetable shorteningIce waterFilling:2-2 ½ quarts blueberries3 tablespoons flourSugar to taste (about 1 cup)6 tablespoons butter1 egg y (read full article)

Making Chocolate Cake Today

posted August 11, 2010 in In My Kitchen

From what I was told (lol) my birthday was yesterday. And DH today and our wedding anniversary tomorrow. I am graving for any type of shellfish (I know I will go to hell for eating it) and DH promised that we should go out this weekend with no kids i (read full article)

Secret Sauce

posted August 10, 2010 in Danica\'s Daily

While I was at Target the other day, I happened to see that Starbuck’s had a new line of coffees out ~ Vanilla, Caramel and Cinnamon. I LOVE cinnamon in my coffee and often sprinkle it on top. I LOVE Starbuck’s coffee so I could (read full article)

My OpenSky Shop is now open!

posted August 10, 2010 in Don\'t Forget Delicious!

I’m excited to announce that I am a part of a new(ish) offering called OpenSky, which help bloggers like me to recommend products that we really love. OpenSky integrates directly with my site, so I can tell you about products I’ve actual (read full article)

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