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Adventures in Wheat Germ

April 20, 2013
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Kretschmer sent some Wheat Germ samples. I remember growing up with jars of this in the fridge, but don’t think I’ve ever used it as an adult. Combined with KIND Granola + Hemp Hearts… …then sprinkled on top of Plain Lowfat Stonyfield, sweetened with Vanilla Stevia. Too distracted to cut the strawberries, so they got [...]

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You’re the Bee’s Knees

April 11, 2013
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One of my favorite songs of all time is The Smith’s “Reel Around the Fountain.” That tune introduced me to one of my favorite phrases, “The Bee’s Knees.” (Wanted to name a band that, but it never happened.) As a Stonyfield Clean Plate Blogger, I was sent some of Peanut Butter & Co’s honey-infused PB, [...]

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I Feel Like Cooking Tonight

March 21, 2013
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Sometimes I just want to cook or bake, even if I don’t feel like eating. Last night was one of those nights. I decided to whip up a batch of Caramelized Onions. Usually I use this slow cooker recipe (that’s vegan) but I actually felt up to standing in front of the stove and stirring. [...]

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What’s Up, Doc?

March 13, 2013
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After Monday’s Ladies Night, there was leftover Semillon in the fridge – I froze a cup for a future wine cake, and used the rest to braise some brussels sprouts. Get the pan nice n hot – this is a hand-me-down Calphon my cousin Amy just gave me – I’m in love! From the freezer [...]

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(Almost) Vegan Bread Pudding

March 12, 2013
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Purple purple purple! Slices of Sunsweet Plum Bread… …milk chocolate (why this isn’t a vegan recipe)… …1 cup almond milk, 1/4 cup brown sugar, 1 TB vanilla, frozen berries/cherries. Let sit for 10 minutes in a greased 8×8 pan, until liquid is absorbed. Bake at 350 for 30 minutes. I ate breakfast while it cooled… [...]

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