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Muffin Top Monday: Banana Blueberry Muffins

I’m not a big fan of going to the gym and running an hour on the treadmill. But I do love finding new and creative ways to make workouts fun.  I would much rather go rollerblading, run on the beach, or play Wii!  Wii is definitely one of my favorite workouts and if you own a Wii you know why.  Not only does it get you up and moving while playing a video game, but I am always sore the next day too!  My favorite games to play are The Biggest Loser, Wii Fit, Active 2, and Just Dance.  I […]

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Old English Trifle

Happy 4th of July! We’re celebrating by taking an Old English Trifle recipe and turning it into an American favorite with layers of red, white, and blue.  If you’ve never had a trifle before it’s sugar heaven!  Trifles are layer upon layer of cake, fruits, cremes, and gooey goodness. For this recipe you will need: 1 homemade pound cake 1 cup Amaretto or any other flavor liqueur 1/2 cup blackberry perserves 1/2 cup strawberry perserves 2 cups fresh strawberries 2 cups fresh blueberries 2 cups Almond milk 1 large box vanilla pudding 1 large container Cool Whip 1/4 cup shaved […]

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Vegan, Gluten-Free Memorial Day Dessert

It’s almost Memorial Day and it’s National Strawberry Month!  What better way to celebrate them both than making a red, white, and blue shortcake!  I made a vegan, gluten-free strawberry and blueberry shortcake that would be perfect for any Memorial Day cookout.   This recipe was adapted from Without Adornment. Vegan, Gluten-Free Shortcakes Ingredients 1 c. Brown Rice Flour 1/2 c. Tapioca Starch 1/4 c. Potato Starch 1 tsp. xathan gum 1 tbsp + 1/4 tsp. baking powder 1/2 tsp. salt 4 – 5 tbsp. Kelapo coconut oil 3/4 c. + 2 tbsp. coconut milk with coconut cream removed 1 […]

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