Monthly Archives: January 2011
CURRIED RED LENTIL STEW
The weather turned cold in Southern California today which made it the perfect opportunity to make some stew. In my continuing quest to clean out the pantry I saw that I had a bunch of red lentils, so those became … Continue reading
Filed under Beans/Legumes, Gluten Free, Main Dish, Recipes, Soup, Vegan, Vegetables, Vegetarian
PROTEIN: Quality, Not Quantity Is Paramount
People are always so curious about where I get my protein. There is a misconception that plant based diets are deificient in protein. I stumbled upon the post below and thought you might like to read Brendan Brazier’s take on … Continue reading
HOMEMADE STRAWBERRY ALMOND MILK
Homemade almond milk is sooooooo creamy and NOTHING like the almond milk you buy in the store. Today I made some plain almond milk and when my son came home from school I used it to make him strawberry almond … Continue reading
Filed under Dessert, Drinks, Gluten Free, Raw, Recipes, Vegan, Vegetarian
ROASTED SPICED CHICKPEA SNACK
I know all of us are always looking for healthy snack alternatives that will hit the spot and satisfy. This recipe does the trick. Packed with protein and fiber, chickpeas are an amazing addition to your daily fare. I made some … Continue reading
Filed under Beans/Legumes, Recipes, Sides, Snacks, Vegan, Vegetarian
CRUNCHY CANDIED NUTS
These are the candied nuts that I use in my kale salad recipe. The other night I ran out of candied nuts and put roasted nuts in the kale salad we were having with dinner…my family made it very clear … Continue reading
Filed under Gluten Free, Nuts, Raw, Recipes, Vegan, Vegetarian
CHUNKY CROCK POT APPLESAUCE
This recipe is sure to be a big hit with your family. My kids claim that it tastes just like apple pie. My favorite thing about this applesauce recipe is its simplicity…2 ingredients! I use 6 pounds of apples whenever … Continue reading
Filed under Breakfast, Cooked Fruit, Crock Pot, Dessert, Gluten Free, Recipes, Sides, Vegan, Vegetarian
VEGGIE DIET IMPROVES SKIN TONE
January 12, 2011 | Susanne Rust | CALIFORNIA WATCH New research from England should make dermatologists happy: A “tan” gained by eating lots of vegetables rich in carotenoids (antioxidant chemicals found in vegetables such as carrots and beet greens) is … Continue reading
SPROUTING 101
Sprouts are amazing! We all know that when we purchase produce from the grocery store it is in our best interest to eat the produce ASAP as its nutritional value begins to decline shortly after harvest. Sprouts don’t do this. Sprouts … Continue reading
Filed under Education, Gluten Free, Raw, Recipes, Sprouting, Vegan, Vegetables, Vegetarian
A HEALTH FOOD MECCA
I am spending the weekend in a true health food Mecca, Santa Cruz, Ca…It doesn’t get much more earthy/crunchy than here!!! Which of course means that I am a happy lady. It seems as though there is a juice bar … Continue reading
Filed under Education, Restaurants, Vegan, Vegetarian
FARM FRESH TO YOU – Organic Produce Delivery
About a month and a half ago I bought a Groupon for an organic produce delivery service called Farm Fresh To You. Groupon was offering a deal that I couldn’t resist, $15 for a mixed organic produce box that usually costs $31. I am … Continue reading
