Chickpea Curry

Makes approximately 4 servings. Ingredients Chickpea Curry 1 yellow onion, diced4 garlic cloves, finely chopped 4 tablespoons avocado oil (or any high heat oil) 2 tablespoons tomato paste1 teaspoon red curry paste1 teaspoon ground ginger powder2 teaspoons sea salt1 teaspoon ground turmeric powder1 teaspoon ground coriander powder1 teaspoon ground cumin powder1 teaspoon curry powder1 squirt…

Creamy Almond Berry Oatmeal

Makes 3 servings. Ingredients 3 cups water1.5 cups oats2 tablespoons honey2 heaping tablespoons almond butter (or cashew butter) 2 cup frozen wild blueberries (or any berry) Directions Bring 3 cups of water to a boil. Add oats, bring heat down to a simmer for 3 minutes. Remove from heat and leave lid on for 2-3…

Lactation Cookies

These cookies can be enjoyed by anyone – not just a breastfeeding mother! Makes approximately 48 medium sized cookies.  Ingredients 2 cups salted butter, room temperature2 cups of cane sugar4 eggs2 teaspoon of vanilla extract 6 cups old fashioned oats4 cups all-purpose flour1 cup chunky chocolate chips 4 tablespoons Brewers Yeast 2 teaspoons salt2 teaspoons cinnamon1 teaspoon baking…

Quick Chicken Tzatziki

Makes approximately 6 servings. Use organic ingredients when possible. Ingredients 2 lb chicken tenders 1 large fresh lemon, squeezed drizzle of grape seed oil salt and pepper 3 oz baby arugula 2 medium sized tomatoes, washed and diced 2 green onion, washed and diced 1 cucumber, peeled and diced 6 Tandoori Naan Bread8 oz Tzatziki sauce12…

Blueberry Pecan Spelt Muffins

Makes 12 muffins. Ingredients 2 cups white spelt flour 4 tablespoons coconut sugar 2 teaspoons baking powder 1/8 teaspoon baking soda 1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon sea salt 1/2 cup pecans, chopped 1 medium banana, mashed 3/4 cup plant-based milk 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar 1/4 cup maple syrup 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/4…

Merlot Braised Beef Short Ribs

Makes approximately 8 servings. Ingredients 16 meaty beef short ribs (approx. 6 lbs of ribs including bone) salt and pepper 2 cups Merlot wine 5 cups beef stock 1/2 cup flour 2 tablespoons maple syrup 4 tablespoons Dijon mustard 2 medium onions, thinly sliced 4 garlic cloves, thinly sliced 10-15 sprigs fresh thyme Directions Preheat…

Slow Cook Beef

Makes approximately 8 servings.  Ingredients 3 lbs chuck roast 5 garlic cloves, minced 2 jalapeno peppers 1 medium onion, diced 1/4 cup fresh lime juice 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar 4 bay leaves 1 tablespoon ground cumin 1 tablespoon dry oregano 2 teaspoons sea salt 1 teaspoon black pepper 1/2 cup water Directions Combine all…

Sweet Potato Brownies

Makes approximately 1 medium size baking dish. Ingredients 4 medium sized sweet potatoes, peeled and steamed 2 cups almond flour/meal* 2 cups oat flour or hazelnut meal * 24 medjool dates, pitted 4 tablespoons coconut oil, melted 3/4 cup cacao 3/4 cup maple syrup 1 cup walnuts or peacans, crushed into small chunks pinch of…

Sauteed Tamari Mushrooms

Makes approximately 3 side servings.  Ingredients 2 (8 oz) cartons mushrooms, sliced 3 tablespoons tamari 2 teaspoons sesame oil olive oil Directions Saute mushrooms in a little bit of olive oil on medium-high heat. Cover with lid until all liquid from the mushrooms evaporate, stirring often. Add tamari and sesame oil and saute for about…

Balsamic Roasted Peppers

Makes approximately 4 side servings. Ingredients 4 lbs baby bell peppers (red, orange, yellow) 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar 1 tablespoon olive oil 2 garlic cloves, minced 1/2 teaspoon sea salt Directions Line baking sheet with aluminum foil and spread peppers on the foil in a single layer. Place rack several inches from the top of…