Monthly Archives: August 2008

Spicy Cocoa Ice Box Cookies

Posted on 2008/08/20 by Gabi

  At a holiday party at my friend Pam’s house a few years ago, one of her guests brought some intriguingly spicy chocolate cookies. Since I was craving them a few days later I decided to try to recreate them for … Continue reading →

Posted in Cookies, Recipes | 4 Comments

Ceci Bean, Carrot and Olive Salad

Posted on 2008/08/19 by Gabi

  I’ve been on the hunt for new salads to pack for lunch. I really enjoy those that have beans as a main ingredient- I just find them so satisfyingly filling, high in flavour and full of healthy benefits. This salad was … Continue reading →

Posted in Cookbooks I like, health focused recipes, Salads, side dishes | 4 Comments

Cinnamon Pecan Streusel Topped Buttermilk Coffee Cake

Posted on 2008/08/17 by Gabi

  It finally occurred to me somewhere along the way that a great hostess gift for a Saturday night dinner party might be a coffee cake that might make breakfast the next morning an easy treat. Nothing like wearing yourself out giving a … Continue reading →

Posted in Breads, Breakfast, Cakes, Desserts, Recipes, tea treats | 10 Comments

Take advantage of the heat- Roast up!

Posted on 2008/08/16 by Gabi

  You know how it’s Summertime and the living is easy extremely hot but you still go on baking and heating your house so much the the windows steam? Well at least take advantage of that heat and double up in your … Continue reading →

Posted in Gardening, health focused recipes, side dishes | 2 Comments