Original Content from: Oh, Just Stop Already

The other week I had posted 6 Reasons to Rethink Cow's Milk and giving you some reasons as to why I am eliminating it from Austyn's and…

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Original content from: Oh, Just Stop Already

I am a firm believer knowledge is power. As I read and learn more of what is happening and going into our food the more I want to protect my family from it. Unfortunately it really is becoming an every day battle that at times…

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Originally posted at Red Van Ramblings as part of my 30 Days of Thankfulness series.

 

Dear Bigelow Tea People,

SIGH.

Today, I am sad. You have made me sad.

I recently resurrected my hot tea addiction. Mainly, because I made a new friend who just moved back to the US from the UK and because all those Brits love them…

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I'm not a breakfast person. I generally hate eggs, and usually anything I eat early in the morning disagrees with my tummy. I have found, though, that smoothies work well for me in the morning. Really anytime. Plus they are quick and convenient and give me the energy I need to get from one task to the next. I wanted to share with you my Chocolate Banana Peanut Butter Smoothie recipe made with almond milk, instead of dairy milk, which is much easier on me. At 294…

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I am obsessed with french toast. It’s literally one of my favorite foods on the planet. And this past weekend I tried a new recipe that I kind of made up in my head during the week to mix things up. And it is delicious. It might even be better than my Hawaiian French Toast recipe that everyone seems to love. What is it? I call it Baked Cinnamon Almond…

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I'm having my very first giveaway! The winner receives a generously-sized, deliciously-scented bar of handmade, Almond Biscotti Soap! Check out the details here!
Thanks!
Catherine

Our Goat's Milk Soap gives skin strength and suppleness; restores vitamins, minerals and proteins; softens and rejuvenates skin, giving it a more youthful appearance. In addition, we have added oatmeal to help exfoliate the skin. We then fragrance the soap with Honey Almond Essential Oil.

What a great day it was when I ran across this recipe for Blackberry Financiers (small almond cakes). It's a recipe that I have now added to my vast collection. If you like almonds you'll definitely want to bake these. The recipe is so versatile, you could use any berry and you are sure to please. I didn't have as much luck with the Orange Zeppole but maybe you can give it a go and tell me… Continue