Category Archives: Snacks

Baked Tortilla Chips

Every time I buy a large package of corn tortillas we never seem to get them used up before they start to go stale.  Food waste is unacceptable in my house, so I have been searching for a way to use up leftover tortillas after we are out of taco fixings. These chips are the perfect answer.

Serve with salsa

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Mom’s Banana Bread Makeover

Banana bread is a comfort food for me.  It was something that we made frequently when I was young.  I learned how to make it by helping my mom and sister in the kitchen.  Every time we had leftover bananas, it was time to make bread!

Crusty Banana Bread

Our family recipe is delicious, but I found myself avoiding it because it was high in calories.  When I became confident in my kitchen skills I started experimenting with making it lighter and more wholesome.  This recipe has been tested over and over again.  Finally it is ready to share! Continue reading

Pecan Cardamom Cookies

I do not usually eat a lot of desserts; I’m just not into sweets that much.  Maybe its because sugar makes me bounce off the walls.  Or maybe it’s because desserts tend to be calorie bombs that don’t lend themselves to wholesome ingredients.  These cookies satisfied all my needs for a healthy dessert, and they even passed the approval test of my fiance’s co-workers!

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