Gluten Free
Salmon with Green Beans and Pesto
This recipe is from Jaime Oliver’s “Jaime’s Food Revolution” cook book (available in our store). I did a sun-dried tomato pesto option to make it a perfect fit for the detox as well. SOOO delicious! Try it with your favorite side dish! - 2 handfuls of green beans - 2 x 7 ounce chunky salmon fillets, skin on, scaled and bones removed - 4 tablespoons green pesto OR dairy free Sun-dried tomato pesto - 2 lemons - Cold-pressed olive oil - sea salt and freshly ground pepper Preparing your salmon: 1) Preheat your oven to 400 degrees F. 2) Get about 1 yard (3 feet) of aluminum kitchen foil and fold it in half to give you two layers. (You...
Read MoreSpicy Black Bean Chili
Great for a winter meal! From Fresh from the Vegetarian Slow Cooker by Robin Robertson 1 tablespoon cold-pressed olive oil or organic coconut oil (Trader Joe’s has a great one for little $) 1 large organic yellow onion, chopped 1 organic red bell pepper, seeded and chopped 2 garlic cloves, minced (or 1 teaspoon crushed garlic out of a jar) 2 tablespoons chili powder, or more to taste 1-28 ounce can organic crushed tomatoes 2 cans organic black beans, rinsed and drained 1 cup water 1- 4 ounce can diced green chilies, drained 1 teaspoon sea salt Fresh ground pepper to taste (optional) 1) Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion,...
Read MoreAlmost Irish Stew
1 tablespoon cold pressed olive oil or organic coconut oil 1 small yellow onion, chopped 1.5 cups baby carrots, halved lengthwise 6 very small white potatoes, halved or quartered 2 garlic cloves minced 1 – 15.5 ounce can cannelloni beans, drained and rinsed 2 cups veggie stock 1 bay leaf 1 tablespoon white or apple cider vinegar 1 teaspoon dried thyme 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup 1 tablespoon sea salt salt and freshly ground pepper for taste 3 large kale or chard leaves – chopped * optional: organic, grass fed beef – steak cut into small cubes OR stew meat 1) Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and cover. Cook until...
Read MoreMulligatawny Soup
This delectable post-modern version of mulligatawny is deliciously complex. The chick peas give it a boost of protein; the apple gives it a sweet-tart kick. Adjust spices if you prefer a mild soup, as cayenne pepper packs some heat. 1 tablespoon avocado oil 4 cloves garlic, minced 1 inch fresh ginger, grated 2 teaspoons mild GF organic curry powder 1 teaspoon organic turmeric 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper, more or less, to taste 1 medium sweet or red onion, peeled, diced 4 medium organic carrots, peeled and diced 1 cup cauliflower florets, chopped 2 large organic Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored and diced 1 medium sweet potato, peeled and diced 2 heaping cups thinly...
Read MoreGrain-Free Carob-Banana Bars
These bars make a nutritious, quick breakfast or a great gluten free snack! (Note: you can buy almond flour at many bulk food stores, health food stores or online from Honeyville or Benefit your Life. (From www.nourishingmeals.com) Dry Ingredients: 2 cups blanched almond flour 1/2 cup carob powder 1/4 cup arrowroot powder 3/4 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon sea salt Wet Ingredients: 2 large ripe bananas, mashed (1 heaping cup) 2 large organic eggs 1/4 cup melted virgin coconut oil 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 20 to 25 drops liquid stevia (or 3 tablespoons maple syrup) Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Oil an 8 x 8-inch glass baking dish with coconut...
Read MoreGluten Free Gingerbread Muffins
These muffins are a great snack and gluten free to boot. As usual I have tried to link to explanations of flours or other ingredients you might not be familiar with to help you on your recipe making journey into health. Much of the flours listed are actually available at any major grocer (Bob Mill’s brand is often a great place to start). Enjoy! (The is a recipe found on a fantastic blog: www.NourishingMeals.com). These muffins are moist and slightly sweet. Serve them with chai tea, spice tea, or hot mulled cider as an afternoon snack. They are also good served with a dollop of creamy almond butter. Dry Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups teff flour 1/4 cup tapioca flour...
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