Cinnamon Raisin Pecan Scones

by Allie on April 24, 2011 · 24 comments

in Breakfast, Holidays, Oven Lovin' (Baking), Recipes

Last night I baked a batch of Cinnamon Pecan Raisin Scones. It was a variation on my recipe for Double Sunflower Seed Scones.

Instead of sunflower seed butter (I’m all out!), I used almond butter. I added 1 tsp cinnamon to the dry ingredients and instead of kneading in chocolate covered sunflower seeds, I used chopped [...]

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A First Class First

by Allie on November 12, 2010 · 33 comments

in Breakfast, Lunch, Trips

There’s a first for everything right? Well, today I got to sit in First Class for the first time in my entire life. My dad and I were beyond excited (it was borderline embarrassing how giddy we were). We’re a rather frugal family so we always opt for the cheapest travel options. Thus, the First [...]

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The Snooze-mill

by Allie on September 25, 2010 · 29 comments

in Dessert, Dinner, Fitness, Lunch, Snacks

The morning after an indulgent night is never a pleasant one for me. Yesterday morning, I woke up feeling sluggish, parched and still full. I knew a sweaty workout was just what I needed to wake myself up and get my rear in gear!
To my amazement, I had a great workout and I went from [...]

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Beets. It’s What’s For Dinner

by Allie on July 23, 2010 · 55 comments

in Breakfast, Dessert, Dinner, Fitness, Recipes, Snacks, Vegetarian

This morning I woke up feeling like I had been hit by a truck. I had a crazy dream and felt very sleep deprived, despite getting a full 8 hours of sleep. Hmm.
Enter: 72% decaf.
(It’s like we’re talkin’ about chocolate here or something).

The Smooth and Really Mellow Blend did the trick and I felt much [...]