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Creative Thanksgiving Desserts! Plus NEW: Lightened-Up Dark Chocolate Crème Brûlée
Make it homemade this holiday with my selection of well tested sweets you will want to save room for! Recipes have dynamic and vibrant flavors with a healthier profile. Something for everyone! A cracked caramel-sugar top with a creamy chocolate dessert underneath.Made entirely with milk, not a drop of heavy cream! Lightened-Up: Creamy, decadent and delicious… […]
Brand New Website Design and Experience! Plus Holiday Cookies & Bars
A wonderful dark Chocolate Crackle Cookie that are naturally gluten free – there is no flour. Today I am launching an all new A ZEST FOR LIFE website! (yesterday a post was sent, as we were setting up this new website – this is the one that was intended) All the Recipes and Blog Posts […]
Karen’s Flourless Chocolate Crackle Cookies
I just love the contrast of the deep-dark chocolate and the snowy white crust of powdered sugar on these chocolate crackle cookies.
Karen’s Best Blondies – They’re Gluten Free
A “Blonde Brownie” with a rich caramel- butterscotch like flavor dotted with chocolate chips. Baked in a pan – you cut them into squares or rectangles. Simple to make and a family favorite of mine!
Perfect Peanut Butter Cookies
Look no further for the perfect recipe – for eating & gift giving! These are gluten free! Or ~ use regular flour too. Simple, not fussy and EASY Bakery quality cookies you’ll love! See recipe: how to make a crosshatch design on top of the cookies with the tines of a fork This is a […]
Perfect Peanut Butter Cookies
Look no further for the perfect recipe – for eating & gift giving! These are gluten free! Or ~ use regular flour too. Simple, not fussy and EASY Bakery quality cookies you’ll love See recipe: how to make a crosshatch design on top of the cookies with the tines of a fork It’s December already […]
The Best Butternut Squash Latkes! (an updated “potato” pancake)
A new twist for your Potato Pancake repertoire.Butternut squash with warm spices makes a delicious sweet latke that is perfect for Hanukkah or anytime! Gluten Free adaptable. Latkes are that ethereal treat; a potato or vegetable mixture made by dropping large tablespoons into a skillet of shimmering, hot oil. Enjoyed during the eight night of Hanukkah […]
After Thanksgiving Recipes Plus NEW: Roast Turkey & Veggie Tacos
I’m hoping your Thanksgiving was enjoyable and tasty. Here’s what I’m cooking up with the holiday’s leftovers. Roast Turkey & Veggie Mexican-Style Hard Shell Tacos Have lots of leftover of everything? Maybe after purchasing many ingredients, you decided to limit your guests this year. This just happened to a friend who was in her kitchen […]
Roast Turkey & Veggie Mexican-Style Hard Shell Tacos
Cubes of your Thanksgiving turkey are totally transformed into a fabulous filling for tacos. Assertive seasonings are needed to create just the right smokey and a little spicy infused flavor. I love Mulato Dried Chiles (dried poblano) typically used in Mexican mole sauces with a delicate smoky flavor. The tacos are mildly spicy – adjust […]
Chocolate Peanut Biscotti – They’re Gluten Free!
Decadent and Delicious! These bake up crispy with a deep-chocolate flavor. Feel free to use any nuts you like. Gluten Free.. you would never guess. These biscotti are only a tad sweet and can be ground for the crust of a cheesecake!
Karen’s Easy Honey Peanuts
Delicious Honey Peanuts coated last minute with a little sugar. Simple and fun to make. Caution: These are addictive!! The perfect nosh! Also use as a garnish for a dessert like my Lightened-Up Peanut Butter Cheesecake with Chocolate Biscotti Crust and Honey Peanuts
Natural Candied Yams with Apple Cider Cinnamon Glaze
A must for Thanksgiving! A wonderful thick glaze surrounds rounds of yams with a cinnamon essence. A healthier lightened- up recipe! A beautifully sticky glaze that’s not too sweet. The trick: reduce Fresh Apple Cider! I grew up eating Caramelized Sweet Potatoes like these at my Grandparents house – you’ll love them too! I have perfected […]
A l’ Orange Chicken Sauce for Grilled Chicken
French Style For Today’s Cook. Add some citrus zest goodness to your repertoire. An updated version of a classic Julia Child recipe. I’m somewhat of a citrus junkie, always craving that naturally sweet, vibrant and colorful juice. One of the greatest pleasures of the winter season is the influx of fresh citrus. Beyond those wooden […]