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Double Cherry Cookies

Originally posted on Crowded Earth Kitchen:
One of my kitchen helpers loves cherries, and helped me put this recipe together. The resulting cookies were fantastic, and have earned a spot in the regular rotation of Crowded Earth Kitchen’s after-school snacks. We hope you enjoy these as much as we do! Ingredients (Makes about 4 dozen)…

No-Bake Chocolate Coconut Cookies

Originally posted on Crowded Earth Kitchen:
My mother makes these delightful bites of holiday goodness every December… they are a?Christmastime?comfort food here at Crowded Earth Kitchen. There is no flour in these cookies, making them perfect for friends who eat mostly?paleo?but are still game for an occasional cheat. No-bake cookies are also perfect for those…

Brown Rice Pudding

High in both protein and fiber, Brown Rice Pudding is equally delicious as a satisfying breakfast and a lovely dessert. Enjoy! Ingredients (Serves 4 – 6)2 eggs1/3 cup white sugar1 cup milk1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/2 cup raisins2 cups cooked brown rice DirectionsStep 1) Beat eggs and sugar together until […]

High Protein Chocolate Peanut Butter “PlayDough”

Who says you can’t play with your food? We’re sharing a vintage Crowded Earth Kitchen recipe and making a super healthy, kid-friendly, high protein snack. This is real food, friends – but don’t worry, your secret is safe with me. Let the kiddos think they’re eating dessert instead of the nutritional equivalent of an expensive protein […]

Fresh Raspberry Cobbler

The raspberry canes in our backyard garden are being generous this year. Even after the pint-size gardeners and chefs here at Crowded Earth Kitchen have enjoyed their fill of summer berry goodness, there are still berries left over for baking. This fresh raspberry cobbler is just right – delicious and yet simple to prepare, so […]

New Orleans Pralines

New Orleans is an extraordinary place with ah-MAZing food! Among the culinary treats we sampled on a recent trip – gumbo, jambalaya, a few variety of oysters, king cake, and beignets – pralines stood out as an addictively sweet, sugary delight uncommon in the Midwest. Fortunately, they’re pretty simple to make at home! The only […]

Five Minute Shrimp Noodle Miso Soup

This soup doesn’t take any longer than the blue box of instant noodle soup, but offers a rich, homemade Japanese flavor profile. If the ingredients are unfamiliar, rest assured that they are easily found in many large supermarkets and/or online. Let’s get started! Ingredients (for one hearty bowl) 1 generous tablespoon miso paste 2 cups […]

Simple Tzatziki Salad

Tangy, delicious, packed with protein, and offering a respectable amount of fiber, this salad is a Flavor Vs Nutrition win – win! What are you waiting for? Let’s get started! Ingredients (Serves 2 as an entree or 4 as a side) 1 heart of romaine lettuce, finely sliced 1 cucumber, peeled and diced 1/4 cup […]

Dandelion Honey

Everyone on my Christmas list is getting a jar this December… this recipe is that fabulous.  Before we get to the recipe, I should explain a few things.  First, I am a big believer in letting my lawn grow au naturel.  Rain from the sky and an occasional mow pretty much sum up my approach […]

Jelly Bean Brittle

Originally posted on Crowded Earth Kitchen:
Hop. Hop. Hippidy Hop. That bunny is heading our way, and wouldn’t it be nice if he arrived with a basket of homemade Easter candy? Jelly Bean Brittle is awesome for so many reasons… it’s super easy (Can you boil water? That’s about the only skill you need!), doesn’t…