April2015

Chocolate Covered Pretzels

Chocolate covered pretzels are an easy, delicious, and somewhat nutritious party favor or bake sale treat. I have made these many times for Easter, the school play bake sale, parties and more. You can also adapt the ingredients so they are nut-free and peanut-free. If you don’t have an allergy to be concerned with you can choose any type of chocolate. I prefer dark chocolate.…

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Whole Wheat Olive Bread

As with any homemade bread recipe, it takes time and patience. You need time to let the dough rise in a warm place. I have very fond memories of cooking with my grandmother in her kitchen. She would make the dough and cover it tightly and then let it rise. I remember in those days, my grandma and aunt would send the dough out to…

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Sweet Meatballs & Cauliflower Mashed Potatoes

I am a volunteer chef at a local preschool where many of the children live in homeless shelters. I made this Sweet Meatball & Cauliflower Mashed Potatoes for lunch one day. This is probably one of the most important meals I make every few months with my friend. The warm lunch is so nourishing and we try to offer as many “whole” fresh foods as…

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