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Don’t let the apparently long list of ingredients deter you from trying these phenomenal muffins – they are actually very quick and easy to throw together. And trust me, they are definitely worth making. Need more convincing? Okay: Warm, moist intensely flavored muffins with chocolate chips and a hint of espresso – and they’re low [...]

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Oatcakes themselves are a very healthy and nutritious dish. They are a great source of fiber and healthy whole grains, and they are extremely low in calories and fat. Unfortunately, the overall nutritional benefits of these cakes really depends on their accompanying filling. Traditionally, they are filled with bacon, cheese, sausage, tomato and other “savory” [...]

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Oatcakes themselves are a very healthy and nutritious dish. They are a great source of fiber and healthy whole grains, and they are extremely low in calories and fat. Unfortunately, the overall nutritional benefits of these cakes really depends on their accompanying filling. Traditionally, they are filled with bacon, cheese, sausage, tomato and other “savory” [...]

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These muffins are less sweet and much more lemony than the previous Lemon Poppy Seed muffins. They actually make for a wonderful light, refreshing dessert, as well as a fantastic breakfast or snack muffin. If you want them really, really lemony, use the baking method from the Jam Filled Muffins, and add a spoonful of [...]

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  Well, the seasons will soon be changing here in my neck of the woods, and although I will miss the summer, I love to bake in the fall!! The fall has some really great flavors associated with it: pumpkin, apple, cinnamon, pear, gingerbread, and of course – cranberry!! These cranberry-orange muffins are one of [...]

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These muffins are a “sweet” way to start out any day! I absolutely love incorporating fruit and vegetable purees into my baked goods. Not only do they lend an incredible new flavor and texture, but they also supply a hint of natural sweetness and loads of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. You don’t need to add [...]

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Hello everyone! Sorry about the mini hiatus, but I have been very busy over the past week. My big brother got married last Saturday and as a member of the bridal party, I was swamped with plans and errands. I want to thank you all for your patience. In honor of the wedding, I would [...]

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I’ve never been in to trying “fad diets,” but if I were – The Peanut Butter Diet would be the first one that I would go for! I adore peanut butter. In fact, I think that if someone were to ask me the one food that I couldn’t live without, my answer would not be [...]

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Sometimes the most simple and uncomplicated foods are the ones that taste the best. Buttermilk pancakes have long been a favorite breakfast food – and they still can be! You can still enjoy this low calorie, low fat version of these delicious, fluffy buttermilk pancakes while staying on track with your healthy lifestyle. You can [...]

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Gingerbread is one of my favorite flavors, especially in the late summer and fall. I don’t like the flat “gingerbread man” variety though – I want something that I can sink my teeth into! That is why I love these gingerbread scones. Just the scent of them baking puts me in a good mood, and [...]

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