Don’t Forget the Roots

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Photo: Dreamstime When you see a healthy tree, the tendency is to appreciate the beauty that you see. That’s not a bad thing. Whether it has a tall smooth trunk, perfectly shaped leaves, or colorful flowers, we praise what we see

Sweet Potato Bread

If you like pumpkin bread, you will love this too! This recipe is dairy free and has the option of being oil free as well. 3 1/2 C whole wheat flour 2 1/2 C raw brown sugar 1 tsp nutmeg 3 tsp cinnamon 1 1/2 tsp salt (optional) 3 tsp baking powder 2 Tbsp Ener-G powder 1 C vanilla soy milk 1 C unsweetened applesauce or 3/4 C canola oil 1- 29 oz can sweet potatoes, drained Preheat oven to 350°. In a large mixing bowl, mash sweet potatoes

Raisin-Nut Wheat Bread

Serve hot or cold for a tasty treat. Makes a great breakfast spread with peanut butter. 3 C whole wheat flour 1/3 c all purpose flour 1 tsp baking powder 12 oz vanilla soy milk 2 Tbsp honey 1/2 C raisins or dried cranberries 1/2 C chopped walnuts Preheat oven to 375°.

Swiss Cherry Cheese Torte

Chocolate, cream cheese, cherry and vanilla filling…love in a torte! 1 pkg Swiss chocolate cake mix 3 eggs (or 3/4 C egg substitute) 1 1/3 C water 1/3 C applesauce* 4 oz cream cheese, softened 2 tsp lemon juice concentrate 1 container prepared vanilla frosting 1 20-oz can cherry pie filling Prepare cake mix according to instructions using eggs, water, and applesauce. Pour into two greased and floured round cake pans

Stuffed Bell Peppers

Delicious stuffed peppers will grace your table and delight palates. 6 bell peppers 6 green onions,sliced 3 Tbsp olive oil 3 eggs 1/4 tsp salt 2 Tbsp milk 1 1/2 C cottage cheese 2 pkgs Golden George Washington Seasoning 3 slices dry bread crumbs Optional home made sauce: 1/4 C chopped onion 1/4 C green pepper 1 clove of garlic, crushed 2 C tomato puree 1/4 tsp salt 1/4 tsp basil Saute onions and green peppers in olive oil, then add rest of ingredients

Garden Pita Pizza

Here’s a wonderful and flavorful Mediterranean inspired appetizer that can be made either vegan or vegetarian. A separate recipe for vegan feta cheese is included.

Fake Fire

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Photo: Dreamstime A few years ago when I was visiting my brother, I admired his electric fireplace. It looked very realistic and gave off some pleasant warmth for the living room.

Good Teachers

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Photo: Dreamstime Dear God: Well, we got through another parent-teacher conference, Lord . . . and what a treasure Mrs.

Controlling Blood Sugar

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Photo: Simone van den Berg About 11 million Americans have diabetes, a disease that takes a heavy toll.

Re-imagining the Bible

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Photo: Dreamstime Rules. Rigidity.