Sweet Potato Oatmeal Wedges

My so called brownies turned out even better than I thought!

 Sweet Potato Oatmeal Wedges

2 c. sweet potato that has been baked, peeled & smashed
3/4 c. old fashion oatmeal
1/4 c. brown sugar
1 TBSP. pure maple syrup
1 tsp. pure vanilla extract
2 TBSP. whole wheat pastry flour
1/2 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. extra fine sea salt
1/4 c. pecans

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Lightly spray a glass pie dish with non-stick cooking spray.

-In a large bowl, combine the sweet potato, oatmeal, brown sugar, maple syrup, and vanilla.
-Sift in the flour, baking powder, and sea salt. Add the pecans. Stir until combined.
-Spread evenly into the prepared pie dish.
-Bake for 45 minutes or until edges slightly pull from the sides.
-Take out and let cool. Cut into desired wedges.

Black Eyed Pea Chili

Who doesn't like a bowl of black eyed pea chili on a cold day! Easy to make! 

Black Eyed Pea Chili

1 1/2 c. frozen black eyed peas
1 medium onion, chopped
3 celery stalks, sliced
1/2 c. chopped carrots
2 garlic bulbs, minced
1 1/2 tsp. cumin
1 tsp. oregano
2 14.5-oz cans petite diced tomatoes
a squirt or two of ketchup (optional)

-Boil black eyed peas in water for 5 minutes. Drain and set aside.
-In a large saucepan, line the bottom with water. Add the onions, celery, and carrots. Saute on medium to low heat until veggies are slightly tender.
-Stir in the garlic, cumin, oregano and cook 1 more minute.
-Add the tomatoes and black eyed peas. Stir to combine. Turn heat on low and simmer for 15 minutes, stirring every so often.
-Turn off heat and let sit for 1/2 hr. or more to combine flavors.
-Stir in ketchup if desired.
Serve up!

Melting In Your Mouth...Fudge

I wanted fudge bad. But the only way I knew to make it is with sweet condensed milk. Here's my version and it literally melts in my mouth!!

Melting In Your Mouth...Fudge

1 10-oz. bag Enjoy Life chocolate chips
1 c. cream of coconut (no more than 1 cup)
1 tsp. pure vanilla extract
1/4 tsp. extra fine sea salt
1/2 c. walnuts (use more if desired)

Line a 8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper.

-In a medium microwave proof bowl, add the chocolate chips, cream of coconut, vanilla, and salt.
-Microwave for 20 - 30 seconds. Take out and stir. Microwave again. Continue process and stir until chocolate is melted. Stir ingredients together well.
-Take out and let sit for 2 minutes. Stir in walnuts.
-Spread into prepared pan. Let sit in refrigerator for a few hours until firm. Cut into squares!

Birthday Doggy Treats

Hey! It was my dogs Birthday today so I made him treats! I came across this recipe and modified it! All natural ingredients!

Birthday Doggy Treats

2 c. whole wheat pastry flour
1 TBSP. baking powder
1 c. natural peanut butter
1 c. almond milk or any other non-dairy milk
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Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line a large cookie sheet with parchment paper.

-In a large bowl, whisk together the flour and baking powder.
-In a medium microwave proof bowl, add the peanut butter and almond milk
-Heat the peanut butter and almond milk in the microwave for 1 minute or until your able to whisk the mixture together well.
-Add the peanut butter/milk mixture to the dry bowl. Combine and then knead a few times on a lightly floured surface.
-Roll out to about 1/4" thick. Use your favorite cookie cutters to cut out shapes.
-Place on prepared baking sheet. Bake for 15 minutes, flip and bake another 15 minutes or until lightly golden brown.
-Cool down and store in container.