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Blueberry Maple Crisp

Blueberries with a touch of maple, buttery topping with sliced almonds and a dollop of creamy Greek yogurt.  Great way to start the day with a breakfast bowl.  Or end a delicious meal with dessert.  Use ice cream for the topping if you are feeling indulgent.   Blueberries are a nutritional powerhouse no matter what […]

Lemon Blueberry Cheesecake Bars

Lemon Blueberry Cheesecake Bars are perfect anytime of year, for any occasion.  Like Wheel’s recent birthday.  He now loves dessert — a fact that amazes me since he never did before.  Take it or leave it and most times he would leave it.  But a moderate sweet tooth has definitely made its appearance!  I think […]

Lemon Raspberry Loaf

This delicious lemon raspberry loaf is a welcome addition to brunch, or it can be enjoyed as a not-too-sweet treat any time of day. If you want a little added sweetness,  add a light drizzle of the optional lemon glaze right before serving. Raspberries are members of the rose family.   We generally think of red […]

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Peanut Butter Banana Bars

What do you do with a bag of bananas? Make Peanut Butter Banana Bars!    Last time I was at the neighborhood grocery by my sister’s house, they had just set out bags of perfect golden yellow bananas. I brought one of the bags home with me. I made Peanut Butter Banana Ice Cream and […]

Buttery Apple Crisp

Nate the Great’s Mommy set the dessert on the table.  MMMMMM Apple Crisp.  One bite and it was wow!  Light and buttery, cinnamony, and just right sweetness.  This apple crisp just whispers in your ear and wraps you in warm apple flavor kissed with butter and cinnamon.  Where did you find this recipe, I asked.  […]

Buttery Brownie Bark

For a brownie lover, brownie bark seemed a no brainer.  Who wouldn’t go for that rich chocolate brownie taste in a different form? Especially with toffee on one pan full and slivered almonds on the other.  Turns out Bytes was not a fan.  He had his mouth set for the rich chocolate flavor, but also […]