Garlic Cream Sauce
1 TBSP ghee (or butter) 3 cloves of garlic, minced 2/3 cup unsweetened coconut milk (regular, not “light”) 1/4 tsp pure salt 1 TBSP lemon juice In a small pot, saute garlic in ghee over medium-low heat until lightly golden (about 2 or 3 mins). Add coconut milk, salt, & lemon juice. Simmer for about 5 mins. Done! ______________________________________________________________________________________ SIDE NOTES: ~ Adapted from The Spunky Coconut Cookbook – A very easy, delicious cream sauce. ~ Pictured above, I tossed this tasty sauce with brown rice pasta, artichoke...
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 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...
Read MoreRefrigerator Oatmeal
Yet another version of oatmeal we like for variation, moreso in the warmer months…. 1/2 cup rolled oats 1/2 cup milk of choice 1/2 TBSP chia seeds (optional) 1/8 tsp cinnamon 1/2 TBSP ground flax seeds berries extra milk for serving Before bed, mix together oats, milk, chia seeds, and cinnamon. Cover and place in refrigerator over night (I use a glass pyrex bowl w/ lid). In the morning, sprinkle ground flax, berries, and milk over the top. Serves 1. ________________________________________________________________________ SIDE NOTES: ~ Adapted from...
Read MoreTraditional Breakfast Porridge
1/2 cup rolled or steel cut oats (can use gluten free oats) 1/2 cup water (for soaking) 1 TBSP plain yogurt (or lemon juice if dairy intolerant) 1/2 cup water (for cooking) 1/4 tsp pure salt 1/2 TBSP ground flax seeds (real) butter (or coconut oil) sweetener of choice Before bed, mix oats, 1/2 cup water & yogurt together in small saucepan. Cover & leave in a warm place overnight (see notes below). In the morning, bring an additional 1/2 cup of water to a boil in a separate pot or tea kettle, then add it to the oat mixture, along with the salt. Stir once to combine, then cover...
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