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How to Bake Banana Pear Granola Spelt Muffins
Jan21

How to Bake Banana Pear Granola Spelt Muffins

This stellar recipe is from the February 2013 Edition of “Cooking Adventures with Kimberly” for Tonka Live Magazine. Need something quick to grab in the morning on the way out the door to have some great fun out on the lake in winter? (You know, or something similar to that…LOL) Are you just snooping around your kitchen for a snack? Well, this is a killer recipe that will get you moving in the morning, or satisfy that hunger...

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How to Bake Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Banana Bread from Scratch
Sep24

How to Bake Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Banana Bread from Scratch

Have you checked out my Neighbourhood Chef Menu, if you live in Niagara? Tonight, I have a client who has ordered banana bread, but not just ANY banana bread…he wanted a peanut butter chocolate chip banana bread… …And that’s what he will receive! I must say, it smells unbelievable in my kitchen right now as the banana bread is baking, and it looks unbelievable too. Wish I would have made one for my own...

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How to Bake Damson Plum Banana Quick Bread
Sep22

How to Bake Damson Plum Banana Quick Bread

Today, I’m making a recipe for banana bread I would like to share with you. It’s my Damson Plum Banana Quick Bread! I have been making banana breads quite a bit, as people have been ordering from the Neighbourhood Chef Menu locally in Niagara. So, I’m sharing this new recipe with you all, which, by the way, had rave reviews already! FABULOUS…the lasagna and banana bread is fabulous! ~ Roman N. Try this recipe...

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How to Bake Raspberry Banana Bread
Sep17

How to Bake Raspberry Banana Bread

I want to share with you my amazing new recipe for Raspberry Banana Quick Bread. Raspberry is one of my favorite flavors on the planet, and it goes so well with banana bread too. This recipe will showcase both flavors in a magnificent way. I have Banana Bread on the Neighbourhood Chef menu, and tonight, one of my good friends, Jenny D from DV8 Hair Salon in Niagara Falls made a request for my banana bread because I gave her a sample 2...

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How to Make Grilled Honey Peanut Butter Banana Sandwiches
Sep16

How to Make Grilled Honey Peanut Butter Banana Sandwiches

If you’ve never had a peanut butter banana sandwich, don’t knock it until you try it yourself. In fact, did you know that a Grilled Peanut Butter Banana Sandwich was Elvis Presley’s favorite food? It is very delicious, and my dad was a huge fan of plain old peanut butter banana sandwiches, not even toasted. This is a kicked up version I quite enjoy making when I’m in the mood for this indulgence. I add a...

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How to Bake Candied Ginger Banana Bread
Aug27

How to Bake Candied Ginger Banana Bread

Again, I was in the mood for banana bread when I saw some nice, ripe bananas on my counter top. Instead of the usual, I wanted to kick it up even more with some great flavor and while looking in my pantry, noticed my jar of candied ginger and immediately knew, this was my `piece de resistance`for today`s banana bread recipe. Type: Bread Recipe Serve With: Milk & Enjoy! Prep Time: 8 min Cook Time: 1 hr Yield: 1 loaf The ingredients...

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How to Bake Fudge Banana Brownie Cake: Kick Up Your Brownie Mix
Aug13

How to Bake Fudge Banana Brownie Cake: Kick Up Your Brownie Mix

I’m going to let you in on a great secret… …most people use mixes in their kitchen when baking. Maybe they don’t use them all the time, but there are times that everyone uses a mix to save time and energy. The great thing about mixes is you don’t have to just settle with what they give you. You can always add other flavors and ingredients to them to kick them up another notch! That’s exactly what I...

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How to Bake Peanut Butter Banana Muffins
May17

How to Bake Peanut Butter Banana Muffins

Ahhh…the dilemma of over-ripe bananas… Well, it doesn’t have to be a dilemma…just bake something amazing or make a smoothie! Today, I’m showing you a recipe from scratch for Peanut Butter Banana Muffins that you’ll be so excited not only to make, but to devour. These are really tasty tidbits, and I made the small sized muffins today for a change.  They are adorable and delicious too.  Plus, they...

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How to Bake Banana Cranberry Quick Bread
Apr25

How to Bake Banana Cranberry Quick Bread

Today, I went into the kitchen to see that ripened banana staring back at me on my counter-top. What did I think of immediately? Banana bread, of course! I’m letting you in on how my brain works to creatively make up recipes in your kitchen, as I tell you how I like to substitute ingredients, how to, and why I do what I do. This recipe was winged on camera with bits and pieces I had in my fridge & pantry today to create a...

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How to Make Banana Rum Pudding with Toasted Coconut
Aug01

How to Make Banana Rum Pudding with Toasted Coconut

It’s summertime! Instead of making banana bread with your extra ripe bananas, make something else that can be served cool and that amplifies summer flavors… Why not make Banana Rum Pudding with Toasted Coconut and feel like you’re on an island? That’s what I did tonight, and you’ll be so glad you did, if you go ahead and try this Pudding Recipe. Type: Dessert Recipe Serve With: Homemade Whipped Cream, if...

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How to Bake Gingered Coconut Banana Bread for the Bread Machine
Jul12

How to Bake Gingered Coconut Banana Bread for the Bread Machine

I’m always looking for new and interesting ways to use those over-ripe bananas in the kitchen. My first thought always leans towards banana bread, but that can get boring, right? WRONG! Try experimenting with delicious flavors that will kick your mouth into gear with your new recipe! Try making peanut butter banana bread, chocolate banana bread, or a tropical twist banana bread like I’ve done here. Now, I’ve made...

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How to Bake Whole Wheat Banana Peanut Bread
Apr24

How to Bake Whole Wheat Banana Peanut Bread

Healthier and more nutritious is always the best way to go. With this whole wheat bread, you eliminate all the refined white flour, and replace it with an ingredient more substantial. Adding peanuts, other nuts or seeds gives this bread more texture, flavor, and nutrition. Type: Bread Recipe Serve With: Milk & Enjoy! Prep Time: 10 min Cook Time: 40-50 min Yield: 1 loaf Ingredients: 2 cups whole wheat flour 2 tbsp wheat germ – Tip:...

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How to Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Muffins
Oct12

How to Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Muffins

Don’t these muffins sound sinful? Well, they’re not very sinful…In fact, they’re kind of healthy. I use a whole wheat flour base instead of all-purpose flour, and add some nutritious ingredients that get “hidden” so that your family won’t even know they’re healthier for them! LOL Type: Muffin Recipe Serve With: Milk & Enjoy! Prep Time: 10 min Cook Time: 20-22 mins Yield: 12 large...

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