Thanksgiving menu suggestions…
In addition to (or instead of) the bird, listed below are several recipes that work well for Thanksgiving. As for us… We’re looking forward to my sister and her family coming up this year. Here’s what I’ll be preparing. And in case it’s helpful for those with food sensitivities – Everything on my menu happens to be dairy and gluten free except for the sherry in the soup which mostly evaporates during cooking or can be omitted – just use extra veggie broth or another substitution – and the feta cheese in the salad (substitute sliced avocado or...
Read MoreOur favorite (must try) recipes
JANUARY 2012 We’ve added an updated list of our (current) favorite recipes, considering all the new ones that were added in 2011. The recipes in bold are the ones that still remain top picks from the previous year (2010). Pictured above: (easy) banana ice cream with caramel sauce & short bread crust sprinkled over the top. I just realized I missed one of my personal favorite recipes, and the family agrees – it’s a favorite of theirs too: TANGY-SWEET-COLESLAW. (CLICK CHARTS TO ENLARGE) _____________________________________________________________________ NOVEMBER 2010...
Read MoreApple and Cheese
I know – not much of a recipe, but my son just mentioned the other day that none of his friends at school had ever heard of eating apple and cheese together. It’s one of our favorite snacks! We like it with a sharp, raw cheddar. So….just an idea if you’ve never tried it =) Along the same lines…..the kids really like this sandwich: TOASTED-CHEESE-&-APPLE-SANDWICH For those avoiding certain foods, this recipe falls into the following categories: Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Egg Free, Nut Free, Sugar Free, Grain Free, Vegan, Can use raw cheese if on a raw food...
Read MoreBasic Fried Tempeh
In case anyone is avoiding tempeh because they simply don’t know how to handle it, I hope these photos help… It’s certainly not the only way to prepare tempeh, but one of the easy, versatile ways we enjoy it. First, cut tempeh in half right through the plastic. Then squeeze out each half (gently pushing from the ends). Next, cut each half again so you have 4 quarters. Stand each quarter on its side and slice in half. You should now have 8 thin slices of tempeh. Heat oil of choice over medium heat in a large saute pan and saute a few chopped up cloves of garlic for a minute...
Read MoreSweet & Salty Mahi
1/4 cup tamari/soy sauce 2 TBSP honey 1 garlic clove, minced or crushed 2 mahi filets (about 7 ounces each) In a small bowl (or measuring cup), whisk together soy sauce, honey, and garlic. Place filets in glass pyrex dish and pour marinade over the top. If you have time, cover and let marinate in the refrigerator for an hour or two. Cook under broiler (on high) for 3 to 4 minutes on each side (or until done to your liking). ______________________________________________________________________________________ SIDE NOTES: ~ Very basic, very tasty, very kid-friendly. I’ve made this...
Read MoreEasy Black Bean Chili
1/4 cup coconut oil 2 cups chopped onions (one medium to large onion) 2 medium red bell peppers 6 garlic cloves, chopped 2 TBSP chili powder 2 tsp dried oregano 1 & 1/2 tsp ground cumin 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper 3 cans black beans, drained, 1/2 cup liquid reserved 1 16-ounce can tomato sauce Optional Add-ins: chopped fresh cilantro sour cream grated monterey jack or cheddar cheese chopped green onions Heat oil in large saute pan over medium heat. Add onions, bell peppers, garlic, and sauté until onions soften, about 10 minutes. Mix in chili powder, oregano, cumin, cayenne, and cook 2...
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