Archive for January 2021
Fabulous Swiss Chard Crunch
Fabulous Swiss Chard Crunch Ingredients: 1 – cup parsley leaves Remove stems. Pulse in your food processor to bite size pieces 1 –red bell pepper with seeds Pulse in your food processor to bite size pieces 3 – medium pitted gala apples Make sure to remove seeds. Pulse in your food processor to bite size…
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Fresno Chilies a l’ Greens Ingredients: 1 – large zucchini Pulse in your food processor to bite size pieces 2 – cups curly kale Remove stems. Pulse in your food processor to bite size pieces 5 – medium Fresno chilies with seeds Pulse in your food processor to bite size pieces 1 – large cucumber…
Read MoreRosemary Eggplant Roll
Rosemary Eggplant Roll is another demonstration of the versatility of this wonderful vegetable. Here, I use eggplant as a wrap for a delicious little appetizer. Its sweetness, contrasted with the savory rosemary garlic spread, is tantalizing to the palate. Delicious! Preparing the eggplant wrap reminded me of the Chinese wonton, a delicate wrapper folded around…
Read MorePortabella Pesto Pate
Portobello di Gallura is a peaceful little village on the water in Sardinia. The view is a panoramic one of serene waters. Life is simple and peaceful. There is nothing to disturb mind, body, or soul. Just calm, inviting waters and the warm sun. Savoring good food is an extension of this state of mind.…
Read MoreCrumbly Pesto Cheeseball
Looking at this crumbly pesto cheeseball reminds me of an impressionistic painting, a creation that captures the essence of a good pâté through its colors and textures. Just as individual brushstrokes come together to form a picture, each ingredient contributes to the character of the finished dish. This centerpiece reaches out to all four corners…
Read MorePistachio Pesto
Pistachio Pesto Sautéed Garlic Ingredients: 1 tbsp. fresh pressed garlic cloves2 tbsp. finely diced shallot¾ cup finely chopped basil (packed)2 tbsp. olive oilPinch of cracked black pepperPinch of Himalayan salt Directions: Place all of the ingredients in a large mixing bowl and hand toss them. Place the mixture on a dehydrator tray with a teflex…
Read MoreCarrot Apple Ginger Blast
Carrot Apple Ginger Blast Ingredients: 3 cups fresh organic carrot juice1 large Jonagold Apple1 tbsp. grated ginger (Microplane grater)¼ tsp. Himalayan sea salt½ tsp. cinnamon powder Directions: Note: My juicer is a vintage Acme juicer. I always use it but there are many brands of juicers available on Amazon Place the carrots into a juicer…
Read MoreMatcha Pumpkin Pie Spice Latte
Matcha Pumpkin Pie Spice Latte Ingredients: 2 cups boiling filtered water1 13.66 oz. can Thai Coconut milk¼ tsp. Himalayan sea salt2 tbsp. organic maple syrup1 tsp. Matcha ceremonial grade matcha (My Matcha Life)½ tsp. melted coconut oil1 tsp. apple cider vinegar2 tsp. pumpkin pie spice (Trader Joes)½ tbsp. organic lucuma powder1/8 cup chia seeds Directions:…
Read MoreArugula Ensemble
I invited family over for dinner a while back and needed a hearty appetizer to serve. I knew they would want something to munch on while I was getting dinner on the table. Several complicated dishes were on the menu, so serving the meal was going to take a little time. Sure enough, the first…
Read MoreAlfredo Zucchini Dip
This richly seasoned Alfredo dip is full of Italian flavor, surrounded by spicy dehydrated bell pepper and zucchini chips. Enjoy it with a glass of bubbly kombucha. Behind the familiar name Alfredo is a story of love and a simple dish that became famous around the world. According to his family’s account, Alfredo Di Lelio…
Read MoreBlueberry Matcha Smoothie
Blueberry Matcha Smoothie Ingredients: 1-13.66 oz. can of Thai coconut milk3 tbsp. maple syrup¼ tsp. Himalayan sea salt½ tsp. vanilla extract½ tsp. lemon juice½ tbsp. matcha powder (foodies matcha, culinary matcha for baking and beverages. My Matcha Life)10 drops of blueberry medicine flower extract1 cup fresh blueberries2 cups ice Directions: 1. Place coconut milk, 2…
Read MoreBanana Lovers Dream
Banana Lovers Dream Ingredients: 5 – ripe bananasPuree in the blender 1 – cup almondsHand chop to bite-size pieces 2 – large navel orangesHand chop to bite-size pieces 1 – cup coconut flakes 1 – cup pitted datesHand chop to bite-size pieces ½ – cup raisins 1 – cup chia seeds 1 – cup flax…
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