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Almond Pulp, Dairy Free, Dehydrated, Gluten Free, Refined Sugar Free, Soy Free, Vegan
Today’s creation came as a recipe request from one of our members, Mrs. McGregor. She was hungry for pancakes and was seeking a raw vegan version to fulfill her hunger for a good home comfort food. I say it all the time, but I love being presented with challenges like this. It brings a welcomed complexity to my raw culinary experiences and causes me to expand my knowledge in fun and tasty ways.
Like all recipe requests, I use such recipes as an in-depth training tool. So be sure to click on the recipe link and be prepared to learn! blessings, amie sue
Budget-Friendly, Cooked, Minimal Ingredients, Oil-Free, Resistance Starch, Starch Solution
Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins–moist and bursting with bright citrus flavor, with a little added crunch from the poppy seeds. A delicious morning treat! The duo of lemon and poppy seeds is a classic combination. We see it mostly in cakes, muffins, scones, cheesecakes, pancakes, and bread. So, I thought, why… read more »
Today I want to share about the famous large, soft, moist, Medjool date/palm tree. I call them famous because Medjool dates are one of the top fruits used in the raw culinary world for their health benefits, natural sweetness and binding qualities in recipes. Did you know that Medjool dates are a FRESH FRUIT? Most people think of dates as a dried fruit, but they are actually harvested from the date palm, cleaned, sorted and packaged right away. There’s no processing and they’re never physically or chemically dried. So where do they come from? How do they grow? Let’s find out!
Crackers… they are a staple in our household. The minute they disappear the requests starts pouring in for more! I am not sure if you are aware of this but did you know that a lot of raw crackers freeze beautifully?! This recipe, right here, right now, the very one that I am sharing with you is one of them. This cracker is super firm and crunchy (a true sign of a good cracker), they are slightly sweet and leave a scrumptious after taste.
raw vegan and gluten-free – The cookies are slightly chewy with little pockets of crunch. The ice cream is rich and creamy, feels like velvet on the tongue.
Cultured
Back in January of this year (2019), a friend of mine asked if I would try making a specific type of yogurt called L. Reuteri, that Dr. William Davis (author of Wheat Belly) recommended. There had been a posting about the amazing health benefits that stemmed from a probiotic called BioGaia Gastrus, which is made with a specific strain of Lactobacillus Reuteri ATCC PTA 6475.
I know what you’re thinking…do I need a food processor when I already own a high-powered blender? While there is some overlap between what a food processor and a blender can do depending on what models you have, they both serve different purposes. A blender is typically meant for blending… read more »
Bananas are popular in smoothies because they help to cover the taste of greens, add a little sweetness, and most of all they create a thick creamy texture. Over the years, I have come to learn that not everyone is a fan of bananas and there are others who are looking for ways to reduce the sugars in their smoothies. Below, I will share some alternative foods that you can use in your smoothies instead of the golden banana.
The lush, dark green foliage adds great contrast to the Lychee fruits that hang in bunches like giant, rose-colored grapes. The rugged outer skin flakes away easily revealing the delicate, velvety fruit that awaits beneath. Bite into the moist, sweet flesh and experience the rush of exotic flavor unique to the… read more »
Breadfruit is grown in regions like Micronesia, Hawaii, Florida, Caribbean, Western Pacific islands and the Malay Peninsula. It is one of the highest producing food plants in the world. A single tree (roughly 85 feet tall) can produce up to 150 or even more fruits per season from 50-100 years. It is closely… read more »
There are four categories under the Online Store button: Ingredients, Equipment, eBooks, and Swag. This section is a store that links to Amazon. Throughout the years I receive endless requests on what equipment or ingredients I use or recommend. Putting the Amazon store together seemed like a great way to… read more »
Your Account Page If you ever need to make changes to your account, not to worry… all of your info is at your fingertips. To access this page first make sure that you are logged in. From there hover over “My Account” in the left menu bar. A small pop-up… read more »
Pineapples don’t grow on a tree, in a bush, or on a vine… nope, they grow on… Awe, come on, you didn’t think I was going to tell you right off now, did you? lol Click on the link above and learn how they grow, where, how they are harvested, and so much more!
Knives are a valuable tool to have in the kitchen… a sharp one that is. Some of you may not be aware of this, but a dull knife can cause more harm than a sharp one. When you have to saw back and forth and use downward pressure while cutting, there’s a chance for the knife to slip and knick a finger or two.
To preserve the quality of a knife and our fingertips, we need to start off with some proper storage ideas. I will be sharing many different ways that you can store your “investments.” It will be up to you to decide which works best, with consideration of your family and kitchen space.
It is neither a grain nor a cereal and it is gluten-free. So where does it come from? Buckwheat is derived from the seeds of a flowering plant. It is similar to the sunflower seed, with a single seed inside a hard outer hull.
Dairy Free, Dehydrated, Gluten Free, Vegan
This recipe for candied walnuts is simply walnut halves coated in a sweet and salty mixture then dehydrated to crispy and crunchy perfection. They are perfect for salads, snacking or package them up for a fun homemade gift idea! Candied Walnuts are a healthier snack including vitamin E, healthy fats, and antioxidants. You won’t find that in M&M’s (just saying). Once you learn how to make them, you’ll be using them in all sorts of recipes.
Dspite the seemingly never-ending shucking involved, fava beans have a buttery goodness that you don’t find in other beans, making the toilsome undertaking a true treasure hunt.
Dairy Free, Dehydrated, Gluten Free, Grain free, Paleo, Refined Sugar Free, Vegan
A great way to satisfy hunger at the breakfast table is with these tiny crunchy clusters made with pure, whole food ingredients. This breakfast cereal is grain-free, corn syrup free, yet is loaded with sprouted nuts, dried fruit, and spices—making it completely gluten-free and Paleo-friendly.
There is a uniqueness to this gorgeous tropical fruit, and that is it lives only one night. First, the cactus produces a beautiful pink or yellow flower. Sometimes called “moonflower” or “Queen of the night,” the plant blooms from evening to midnight, only to wither in strong sunlight. During the night, the pungent flowers are pollinated by moths and bats. Although the flower dies, the cactus bears dragon fruit (pitaya) about six times every year.
How to Tackle a Recipe
For this post, I am thrilled to share about preparing dishes with essential oils, a world where each drop is filled with bright, vibrant taste. Essential oils are the highly concentrated, volatile, aromatic essences of plants. One thing that we really need to be cautious about is that you only use Certified Pure Therapeutic Grade (CPTG) oils for internal purposes. Be sure to read labels with care because plant medicine is potent and not all of the essential oils are meant to be taken internally.
How to Tackle a Recipe
Oils are used to create moisture, or they can help a recipe firm up once its been thoroughly chilled. I also add them for their nutritional benefits. Always aim for cold-pressed, virgin, extra-virgin versions. They should be stored in dark containers, glass if possible, and the color should resemble the plant it originated from.
