Pizza w/ Brown Rice Crust
3 cups water few pinches pure salt 1& 1/2 cups short grain brown rice 1 TBSP extra virgin olive oil 2 tsp dried basil 1/4 tsp garlic powder 1/4 tsp pure salt 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper (more or less to taste) good quality pizza sauce Combine rice, water & a few pinches of salt in a saucepan & bring to boil. Reduce heat to low, cover & simmer 45 mins. Preheat oven to 375. Once rice is cooked, mix in the olive oil, herbs, salt & pepper. On a lightly oiled pizza pan, spread out the rice mixture & use the back of a spoon to press evenly onto pan. Bake rice crust for...
Read MorePotatoes w/ Swiss Chard, Rosemary & Garlic
3 TBSP (more or less) coconut oil, butter, or ghee 3 pounds peeled, cubed, yellow potatoes 6 cloves garlic, left whole, or cut into large chunks 2 TBSP fresh rosemary, chopped 2 cups greens of choice, washed, stemmed, & chopped pure salt & freshly ground black pepper to taste Toss the potatoes with melted ghee, sprinkle with salt & pepper, and roast on 2 parchment paper covered cookie sheets @ 400 degrees for about 45 minutes (or until done to your liking) When the potatoes are close to being done, in a large skillet, heat remaining oil over medium heat and saute garlic and...
Read MoreBlack Bean & Zucchini Quesadillas
1 pound zucchini, coarsely grated 3/4 tsp pure salt 1 (15 oz) can Eden organic black beans, rinsed & drained 6 oz grated cheese (cheddar, monetary jack, Colby or a combo) 1 scallion, chopped (or chives) 1/2 jalapeno pepper, with seeds, finely chopped (or 1 whole small one) 16 – 20 small corn (or whole grain) tortillas (or 8 large) melted butter or coconut oil for brushing the tortillas salsa (optional) In a colander set inside a bowl, toss together the grated zucchini & salt (let sit while you prep the other veggies). Press the zucchini with the back of a large spoon to...
Read MoreSicilian Chickpeas w/ Escarole & Caramelized Onions
1 large head of escarole (or greens of preference) 4 TBSP butter, ghee, or extra virgin olive oil 2 medium onions, thinly sliced 2 tsps natural sugar (or 4 drops liquid stevia) 1/4 cup raisins pure salt & freshly ground black pepper 8 oz dried chickpeas (or 2 cans, rinsed & drained) 1/3 cup of the cooking liquid from the chickpeas (or veg broth if using canned) If using Dried Beans: Place 8 oz dried chick peas in glass bowl (or jar) & fill with cold water. Soak for at least 8 hours or overnight. Rinse/drain chickpeas & place them in a saucepan with plenty of cold water....
Read More1-Minute Ice Cream (w/ demo vid)
For four servings: 4 large bananas, sliced & frozen 1/2 cup milk of choice Cut bananas into rounds and place in single layer on a wax (or parchment) paper covered cookie sheet. Put cookie sheet in freezer for several hours or overnight. Vitamix blender method: Place frozen bananas in blender, add milk, and blend on high, using the tamper to continually push banana chunks into the blade area. Within 1 minute, you’ll have creamy ice cream. Blender will be loud as it’s doing it’s thing, but this is normal. Food processor method: Make sure work bowl is fitted with steel S...
Read MoreCocoa Oat Bars
For the Bottom Crust: 4 cups quick cooking rolled oats 1/2 cup maple syrup pinch of puresalt 1/2 cup hot water For the Topping: 2 cups chocolate chips (or nibs) 1 cup finely chopped walnuts 1/2 cup maple syrup 2 cups shredded, unsweetened coconut 1 & 1/2 tsps arrowroot, kudzu or cornstarch Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In a medium bowl, mix the oats, maple syrup, salt & water. Using the back of a large spoon, press the mixture firmly & evenly into an oiled 9×13 inch baking dish. Or instead, place parchment paper or plastic wrap on top of the mixture, roll it with a rolling...
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