Annie’s Anecdotes

My life as the brunette version of Lucille Ball

Butternut Squash, Pumpkin’s forgotten sister…

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If you haven’t heard of or seen the movie Frozen then you most definitely have been living under a rock (or maybe even on another planet). Well, as much as I like this movie, there is one thing that bothers me. Anna doesn’t get enough recognition!! Everyone loves Elsa because she has the beautiful ice-blue… Read more »

Recipe of the Week: Honey/Garlic Shrimp and Veggies

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I received a lot of feedback and requests for this dish when I posted a photo of it last week, soooo your wish is my command! Honey/Garlic Shrimp and Veggies, a tasty meal that packs a ton of flavor using simple, common ingredients, like a stir fry! Now, you can use any veggie you please,… Read more »

Recipe of the Week: Coconut Flour Waffles

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I wasn’t sure whether or not to name these waffles “Paleo-waffles” or “grain-free waffles” or “nut-free/grain-free waffles” or “gluten-free” OR “dairy-free” OR “sugar-free”…because these waffles are ALL of those this things: grain, gluten, dairy, soy, and sugar free…they are Paleo and GAPS-friendly too! This is a very basic recipe, you can always “jazz it up”… Read more »

Recipe of the Week: Cinnamon/Honeyed/Coconut Roasted Chickpeas

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If you haven’t tried roasted chickpeas, well then, what’s wrong with you?!? JK! But seriously though, you are missing out on one healthy, tasty treat! Most of the time roasted chickpeas are savory (I like to roast my savory version with cumin, paprika, garlic powder and a pinch of cayenne), but these Cinnamon, Honeyed, Coconut… Read more »

Recipe of the week: BEST Basic Brownies

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Score some major brownie points with friends and family by whipping up a batch of homemade brownies! I can’t believe people are still using boxed mixes, and once you see how simple and tasty this recipe is, with common household ingredients, I am certain you will become a “made-from-scratch” brownie baker! Don’t take my word… Read more »