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Almond Biscuits

I’m not sure where this recipe came from – it was written on a scrap of paper in an old magazine and I was tempted to try it as I had all the ingredients to hand and it is always … Continue reading

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Shortbread – Gluten-free

Whilst not the same as traditional Scottish shortbread, these bars are the next best thing and very quick and easy to make. They are delicious to eat on their own, or served up with a cup of tea or coffee.  … Continue reading

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Carrot Cake Cookies

The original recipe for these cookies included sultanas.   I left the sultanas out and sprinkled the tops with chopped pecan nuts instead. We eat so many bananas in our household and I buy many bunches a week but we still … Continue reading

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Chocolate Strawberry Oat Cookies

Although the original recipe called for instant oats, I used ordinary gluten-free ones (without grinding them down) and they worked perfectly.  However, it is important to measure out the ingredients correctly otherwise they will may end up too crumbly. Coming … Continue reading

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Gingerbread Cookies (Ginger Biscuits)

Officially these are called Gingerbread Cookies but to my mind they are more like a Ginger Biscuit;  crisp and they break in half with a ‘snap’ – perfect for serving with a cup of coffee, or packing in a lunchbox, … Continue reading

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Raisin Cookies

I made these cookies for the first time recently and they are really tasty.  Soft and slightly chewy, they are grain free. The raisins could be exchanged for dark chocolate chips, cranberries or currants. INGREDIENTS: ¼ cup palm shortening, unsalted … Continue reading

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Cookies

I usually make a batch of cookies on a Friday morning if I have my grand-kids over;  we all deserve a little treat every-so-often and these delicious cookies really fit the bill.   They can be made with either raisins, sultanas … Continue reading

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