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No Impact

No Impact by Rachel Jacobs

Well continuing with my trend to watch documentaries produced years ago I watched No Impact Man last night with my husband, using the wonderful Netflix to stream it.As a side note I wouldn't recommend watching with children as they drop the "F" bomb several times.The movie follows Colin Beavan, his wife Michelle, and their 2 year old…

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Food Movie Reviews

Food Movie Reviews by Rachel Jacobs

I am typically a little late to the party when it comes to watching movies and reading books.So while my opinions on the below movies is a little late I did want to share because it might prompt someone to watch one of these.Last week I watched Food Matters:Source: imdb.com via Luis on PinterestIt provides a look into naturally…

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Hello! Remember Me ?

Hello! Remember Me ? by Rachel Jacobs

It has been quite a while since I last blogged.With the holidays and work I just really have been too busy to bake any treats and I just lacked inspiration for what to write about.But today, after a message from Shauna, I thought I should get back on the blogging bike.Health has been on my mind a lot, not that mine is failing, but…

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Kit's Organic Review

Kit's Organic Review by Rachel Jacobs

I was given the opportunity by the very nice people at Clif Bar to try their new Kit's Organic bars.Named after the co-founder, Kit Crawford, Kit's is a simple organic bar.They are gluten free, soy free, and dairy free as well as certified organic (they also take care to make sure everything is free from GMO's).I was sent a sampling…

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Improv Challenge Review for December

Improv Challenge Review for December by Rachel Jacobs

PagesImprov Challenge Review for DecemberIt has been such a long time but I am back in the groove and participating in the Improv Challenge again, which is graciously hosted by Kristen of Frugal Antics of a Harried Homemaker.The challenge this month was chocolate and marshmallows.I knew instantly that I would have a s'mores theme to…

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Brownie Biscotti with Peppermint

Brownie Biscotti with Peppermint by Rachel Jacobs

PagesBrownie Biscotti with PeppermintHopefully none of my kids teachers are reading this post...but I will just take the risk.For teachers gifts this year I made brownie biscotti dipped in chocolate and peppermint, they were accompanied by a jar of homemade hot cocoa mix.I know teacher's get tons of gifts and I always try to make the…

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The Great Food Blogger Cookie Swap 2012

The Great Food Blogger Cookie Swap 2012 by Rachel Jacobs

Today is the big reveal for The Great Food Blogger Cookie Swap of 2012.If you aren't familiar with the swap what happens is you get 3 names and then you send each of them a dozen cookies (same recipe).You can specify if you have a dietary preference, and I selected vegan.Chocolate chip ginger cookies from Sarah (funny thing she sent…

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How do you spelt goodness?

How do you spelt goodness? by Rachel Jacobs

My title is my attempt at being funny...How it is working?When purchasing ingredients sometimes companies are kind enough to put recipes on the packaging to give you some ideas.For example we are all probably VERY familiar with Toll House and their cookie recipe.Today I want to share something that I found on the back of my Arrowhead…

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Peanut Butter Shortbread

Peanut Butter Shortbread by Rachel Jacobs

PagesPeanut Butter ShortbreadI was given an opportunity by Mom Central and Food Lion to participate in a bake off blog tour.I thought about what I wanted to present and instead of going with a family favorite I went with something new:Peanut Butter ShortbreadThe recipe is easy but delicious!You can put these together in about 20…

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Vegan Palm Sugar Cupcakes

Vegan Palm Sugar Cupcakes by Rachel Jacobs

On Friday I had a bit of a panic when I realized I was supposed to bring in 4 dozen cupcakes for a quarterly birthday celebration in my 10 year old's classroom.Have no fear!Combine everything in a bowl and mix until combined.Pour into cupcake liners and bake at 375 degrees for 18-20 minutes (until a toothpick comes out clean when…

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