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Lemon Ginger Slices

Posted on February 1, 2010 by Donalyn

In February, it’s difficult to eat “local and seasonal” – at least in Upstate NY. We have snow. Snow is low in calories, fat and carbs and it is sugar and gluten free. It’s vegetarian and vegan. It’s even free. … Continue reading →

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Very Peanutty Cookies

Posted on January 29, 2010 by Donalyn

I don’t usually use regular peanut butter in anything anymore. I switched over to natural brands a few years ago, and for the most part have adapted most of my recipes to use natural. Natural peanut butter doesn’t have the … Continue reading →

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Caramelized Broccoli with Roasted Garlic Vinaigrette

Posted on January 27, 2010 by Donalyn

This post has been updated and moved to the new blog. You can find it here: Caramelized Broccoli with Roasted Garlic Vinaigrette on The Creekside Cook

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Orange Cornmeal Cake with Currants

Posted on January 25, 2010 by Donalyn

This is not an original recipe – not for the most part anyway. I think most people make Martha Stewart’s version, which is very easy to find online. It is unusual, not just because it a sweet that uses cornmeal, … Continue reading →

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Cinnamon Vanilla Granola

Posted on January 19, 2010 by Donalyn

Making granola, like making yogurt or tofu, is a throwback to the Mother Earth News reading, funny cigarette smoking, barefoot live off the land types that we once were. It was an absolutely required skill for the aforementioned lifestyle and … Continue reading →

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