We are hearing a lot about gluten-free foods and diets in the media. Just take a stroll down the market aisle and you will see foods everywhere that have big print declaring "Gluten-Free". Restaurants are now offering gluten-free meal choices. Domino's Pizza has a gluten-free pizza. You can even get gluten-free yogurt and … [Read more...]
Why I Love Sourdough… and You Should Too!
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I love Sourdough because it allows me to make all kinds of delicious (and healthy) baked goods -- such as crackers, pizzas crusts, dinner rolls, tortillas, pancakes/waffles, muffins, cupcakes, cinnamon rolls... The list goes on and on. Just think about it... If it's a baked good, you can probably make it with … [Read more...]
Mesquite Powder… the Secret Ingredient
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Add some sweetness to that morning or post workout shake, while boosting important minerals. This relatively unknown ingredient has lots of great benefits that you will enjoy and your body will appreciate. Mesquite Trees I am talking about Mesquite powder. In Texas we are very familiar with mesquite as a type of tree … [Read more...]
Homemade “Premium” Vanilla Extract
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Making your own homemade vanilla extract is so easy and tastes so much better than store bought. It takes a little time steeping in the alcohol...but it is definitely worth the wait. Homemade vanilla also makes wonderful gifts during the holidays. I like to use Dark Rum when making homemade vanilla extract for superb … [Read more...]
Soy Sauce Substitute
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I've always loved that umami flavor that soy sauce brings to any food or dish. Though now, after learning about how unhealthy soy can be, our family really tries to stay away from it. So if you're like me and have missed the taste that soy sauce brings, then you're in for a treat. This healthy soy sauce alternative is easy … [Read more...]
