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Monthly Archives: April 2011
Simple Rolled Sugar Cookies
I adore Spring, and I am always so excited when the official “first day of Spring” comes around, especially after a gruelingly cold winter. Yet, I never feel like I can fully appreciate the season during the first few weeks as it’s usually still quite cold in my part of the world.
But near the beginning of May, everything is budding and blooming and full of life. It’s a wonderful time of year! This warm spring weather puts me in the bestest of moods, even if it’s raining. And, when I’m in a good mood, I like to make cookies. And then I like to cover them in pastel colors!
We munched on these sugar cookies this past weekend– I think they helped put a little “spring” in everyone’s step!
So, even though it’s slightly belated….
Happy Spring, dear readers!
Chocolate Hazelnut Crispy Treats
I’ve been on a chocolate hazelnut butter kick lately.
Honestly, I don’t foresee that going away anytime soon. And yes, I realize I’m like ten years late on all the hype… but now I definitely get what all the fuss is about. That sh-tuff is goooood.
It’s been making its way into so many things in my kitchen (mostly a spoon and then my mouth, but hey). My favorite so far: rice crispy treats. These don’t even need the chocolate on the outside they are so hardcore delicious. But, the silky smooth coating puts these babies over the top.
Brand New 100% Vegan & Gluten Free Site!
Hey everyone!
Remember how I briefly mentioned way back in the day that my pals Jessy, Kittee and I were working on a giant resource for vegans who are also gluten free?
It’s finally done! Hooray! We launched today, and I am oh so very excited. There’s even a community recipe hub… check it out! ♥
Spring Chickenless Salad
Lavender Vanilla Bean Scones
Have you ever tasted a lavender scone?
One of the fondest food memories from my childhood was my first encounter with this fragrant breakfast treat. My mother had brought a box home from work one day–a client of hers had made them for her as a gift. Luckily, she shared them with me. I had never experienced anything like them before and will never forget their wonderfully unique flavor.
I’ve yet to see any lavender scones in the bakeshops around my hometown–especially vegan and gluten free versions. Sigh.
To enjoy such a scone, I must make it myself. But, please don’t get me wrong; I am not complaining. Baking these things in my own oven is pretty much the best type of aroma-therapy a girl can ask for. ♥