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Lactation Cookies – Fall Themed Almond

Lactation Cookies – Fall Themed Almond

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Disclaimer: I am not a doctor nor lactation specialist. This cookie recipe was created based on different online sources which discussed food that could possibly increase your breast milk production. I felt like these cookies – along with a healthy diet and exercise – made me feel better about my production. However, as they are not the only factor, and are probably only contributing in a minor capacity, and might just be my excuse to eat cookies! Recipe modified from…

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Updated Lilac Coconut Pudding

Updated Lilac Coconut Pudding

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I love this recipe. It is the perfect light, spring time dessert. I wish that lilacs were not so ephemeral and I could enjoy it more than just a few weeks a year. Makes 5 small puddings Lilac Water:½ cup (120g) boiling water½ cup rinsed lilac blossoms Lilac Jelly Topping:½ tsp (1.25 g) gelatin2 tbs hot water½ cup (120 g) lilac water2 tbs granulated sugar15-20 fresh lilac blossoms, washedred and blue food coloring for color (optional) Coconut Milk Pudding:2 tsp (5…

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Anime Inspired Coffee Jelly

Anime Inspired Coffee Jelly

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Inspired by The Disastrous Life of Saiki K. (斉木楠雄のΨ難)Makes five 55g coffee jelliesor three 100g coffee jellies. Coffee Jelly: 1.5 teaspoons (2.5 g) gelatin 1 cup + 2 tablespoons quality coffee1You don’t have to use fancy coffee here, any coffee will do. 1 tablespoon (15 g) sugar2The coffee I used was light and fruity so it did not need a lot of sugar in my opinion (maybe not even any at all). Add sugar, tasting as you go, until you reach…

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Watermelon Coconut Margaritas

Watermelon Coconut Margaritas

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Watermelon Coconut MargaritasMakes 1 8-ounce drink. 1 shot sour mix1You can use store bought or make your own. To make your own combine juice from half a lemon, juice from half a lime, 1 tablespoon sugar, and 2 tablespoons water in a pan. Bring to a boil then allow to cool. This makes enough for two drinks. If you want to make more scale up!2 shots watermelon reduction1 shot coconut milk (full fat is ideal)1/2 lime juiced1 shot tequila (or…

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Kyoto Travel Itinerary - Kinkakuji, Golden Pavillon in Kyoto
Kinkakuji, Ryoanji, and Ninnaji – Our Travels in Northwest Kyoto

Kinkakuji, Ryoanji, and Ninnaji – Our Travels in Northwest Kyoto

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This is part one of my ongoing series on Mr. Physics and my 2-week trip to Japan. Mr. Physics and I recently returned from a 2-week long trip to Japan. It was an amazing experience and we came back wanting to share what we did in hopes that if you ever go to Japan some of our experiences, thoughts, and advice will be helpful for you. (also because I am crazy about organizing itineraries and did so much research ahead…

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Leftover Easter Candy Cookies

Leftover Easter Candy Cookies

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Modified from Bev’s Chocolate Chip Cookies on EatingWell.comInspiration from A Cozy Kitchen’s Chocolate Chewy Cadbury CookiesMakes 2 dozen cookies. ¼ cup butter¼ cup canola oil1/3 cup granulated sugar¼ cup brown sugar (packed)1 large egg1 teaspoon vanilla extract½ cup + 2 tablespoons all purpose flour¼ cup + 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder¼ cup unsweetened coconut flakes½ cup rolled oats (ground)½ teaspoon baking soda½ teaspoon salt½ cup cadbury mini eggs, chopped the best you can (doing this sucked…)4 peeps, chopped (about ½…

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Irish Soda Muffins

Irish Soda Muffins

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Recipe modified from Joy of Cooking (older version published in 1964). Makes a dozen muffins. 1¾ cups all purpose flour*2 tablespoon cornstarch*1 teaspoon baking soda½ teaspoon salt¼ cup sugar¼ cup coconut oil½ cup dried currants (or raisins/cranberries slightly chopped or mini chocolate chips!)1 cup buttermilk1If you don’t have buttermilk on hand you can use 1 tablespoon of white vinegar and then fill the cup the rest of the way up with milk. Remember you need that acid for the baking soda…

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Brewing Kombucha – The “Alien Flan” in My Kitchen

Brewing Kombucha – The “Alien Flan” in My Kitchen

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This post has been many, many months in the making because 1. I am perfectionist who likes to fully understand what I am doing and get a consistent product and 2. I never felt like an expert in the kombucha process so I was a little uncomfortable giving this information to others. But, enough people have asked me my process in person recently that a blog post has become the way to go. If you are reading this and asking…

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Sweet & Spicy Roasted Pepper Sauce

Sweet & Spicy Roasted Pepper Sauce

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Recipe modified from The Pioneer Woman. Makes about 2 cups of sauce.5 ounce of Spicy Peppers – I used pre-roasted poblanos and hatch chilis8 ounces of Sweet Peppers – I used my Corno di Toros but any sweet pepper works½ teaspoon salt1 tablespoons olive oil1 pound of tomatoes, cut in quarters – I used my heirloom ones from the garden. You can use roma here as well.salt and peppersmall amount of water or vegetable stock2 tablespoons + 2 tablespoons butter1…

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Green Tomato Pico de Gallo

Green Tomato Pico de Gallo

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Makes enough for 4 for taco dinner. About 2 cups. ½ cup chopped cilantro½ cup diced onion (about 1 medium sized)1 cup diced green tomatoes4 jalapeños and/or habañeros diced (¼ cup) – red/orange peppers do well here for added colorJuice from 1 lime (1 tablespoon)1 teaspoon saltsalt and black pepper to taste Dice up green tomatoes and place in colander over sink. Add in 1 teaspoon of salt and stir. Allow to sit. Chop cilantro and onion and place in…

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