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Grain-free Devil’s Food Cake

October 9, 2015 by Andrea Fabry 3 Comments

Grain-free Devil’s Food Cake

Looking for real food desserts your family will love? Try this Gluten-free Devil’s Food Cake for any birthday or holiday treat! Consider adding a whipped cream frosting or this Dairy-free, Sugar-free Frosting. Wondering which sweetener to choose? See 5 Sweetener Alternatives. Gluten-free Devil’s Food Cake   Related PostsAvocado Cacao Shortcake – By Kids For Kids57[mpprecipe-recipe:37]  Tags:… 

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Mrs. Fields Gluten-free Cookie Alternative

April 28, 2015 by Andrea Fabry 7 Comments

Mrs. Fields Gluten-free Cookie Alternative

Looking for a healthier alternative to your favorite Mrs. Fields Chocolate Chip Cookie? Try 14-year-old Brandon’s version! Gluten-free Cookie Recipe Who doesn’t love the texture and taste of Mrs. Fields? This gluten-free version uses almond meal (almond flour), and a sweetener of your choice. Almond meal and almond flour are virtually the same product as… 

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A Response to the KIND Bar Controversy

April 16, 2015 by Andrea Fabry 14 Comments

A Response to the KIND Bar Controversy

The Food and Drug Administration recently issued a warning to KIND snacks saying their labels are making false claims. The FDA takes issue with some of the claims on KIND bar labels including: “good source of fiber,” “no trans fats,” “very low sodium” [Kind Fruit & Nut Almond & Apricot, Kind Fruit & Nut Almond… 

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Gluten-free Yellow Cake

February 16, 2015 by Brandon Fabry 2 Comments

Gluten-free Yellow Cake

Looking for kid-approved, family-friendly dessert recipes? Look no further than this gluten-free yellow cake created by 14-year-old Brandon! Brandon Fabry Grain-free, Sugar-free Yellow CakeI enjoy the taste and texture of this yellow cake – especially when I add my special chocolate frosting! Save Recipe Print Recipe My Recipes My Lists My Calendar IngredientsCake6 eggs3/4 cup… 

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Chocolate Flax Milk Recipe

February 9, 2015 by Andrea Fabry 2 Comments

Chocolate Flax Milk Recipe

Our 14-year-old enjoys making this simple combination for an afternoon treat! Chocolate Flax Milk Recipe Brandon Fabry Chocolate Flax Milk – By Kids For KidsI enjoy this recipe because it is simple to make and has a nice taste. Save Recipe Print Recipe My Recipes My Lists My Calendar Ingredients2 cups flax milk1/2 teaspoon liquid… 

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Chocolate Almond Balls

December 16, 2014 by Andrea Fabry 6 Comments

Chocolate Almond Balls

Whether you’re new to real food cooking or a veteran of scratch cooking you’ll love the simplicity and flavor of these clusters of flavor! Your family will love these Paleo-friendly, grain-free chocolate almond balls. Chocolate Almond Balls Andrea Fabry Chocolate Almond BallsThis was one of the first recipes I tried when learning to cook with… 

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MEET ANDREA

I am a certified Building Biology Advocate, a former journalist, mother of nine, and avid CrossFitter who likes to think outside the box. After our family's health crisis in 2008, I learned to ask questions about what's in our food, our water, and our air. I hope to empower you as you seek to live safely in a complex world. Thankfully, small steps lead to big changes. Let's travel this road together, one step at a time.

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