Holy cow! By the end of August, you can feel the temperature change and the humidity drop. A hint of Autumn is on the breeze, and in our area, apples and peaches are ripening in the orchards. When our local peaches are fresh-picked, they smell a-mazing and you know, without question, that first bite is … Continue reading Raw Peachy Cobbler
Category: whole food
Mango Sorbet
We have been using this recipe for years and it is still one of our favorites around here! Follow these easy steps to make a healthy, refreshing treat that has only two ingredients with no added sugar or artificial ingredients. Try this recipe with peaches in the same way, which is absolutely delicious! Or combine … Continue reading Mango Sorbet
Cauliflower Taco Bites
This recipe is very versatile. You can eat them as a snack, as is, dipping into the Chiptole Lime sauce. Or you can use them in place of meat in a taco shell, using the Chipotle Lime sauce in place of sour cream. Or, you can roll the tots in Italian breadcrubs and parmesan and … Continue reading Cauliflower Taco Bites
2020 Vision – Lentil Soup
Although I did indulge in a whole mess of sweet treats this holiday season, I still enjoyed quite a bit of whole food meals centered around a hearty and home-made bowl of soup! Lately our go-to soup has been my daughter's recipe for broccoli cheese soup and it has been so satisfying, and paired with … Continue reading 2020 Vision – Lentil Soup
Apple Pie Smoothie
'Tis the season of apples and pumpkins and cranberries, oh my! And one of my favorite times of the year! Apples are readily available right now and they don't get any fresher when you get them from your local orchard or even pick them yourself! Oh. My. Goodness. A freshly picked apple has such a … Continue reading Apple Pie Smoothie
Raw Peach Cobbler
I so enjoy a good peach cobbler, especially raw! You will never miss the crust or the over-cooked, softened peaches. Instead, you will enjoy firm fruit with the syrupy maple undertones of the dates combined with a nice crunch from the pistachios. It is so amazing and one of my seasonal favorites! It requires very … Continue reading Raw Peach Cobbler
Sweet Potato & Black Bean Veggie Burgers
Prep Time: 1 hourCook Time: 20 minsYield: 8 burger patties Pan fry, bake or on the grill, these sweet and spicy veggie burgers are both vegan and gluten free. For best results, prepare the burger mixture in advance and let it chill in the refrigerator at least an hour or overnight. Serve as traditional burgers, top a salad or … Continue reading Sweet Potato & Black Bean Veggie Burgers
Strawberry Rhubarb Compote
I am sure she would have given it to us, but I have vivid summer memories of sneaking into my best friend's aunt's garden and coming out with stalks of her rhubarb, of which she had tons, to dip into sugar and eat by the side of the road. Oh my! I don't know what … Continue reading Strawberry Rhubarb Compote
Dandelions
Found everywhere and often treated a weed, Dandelions are natures body cleanser. The leaves, flowers and roots are all edible, tasty and fantastically nutritious! Among other health benefits, they support relief from liver disorders, acne and anemia and are good for supporting weight loss, skin care and maintaining bone health. Dandelion Greens have a spicy, peppery flavor and … Continue reading Dandelions
Fennel & Blood Orange Salad
This refreshingly beautiful salad gives us a colorful promise on the grayest of winter days! Adapted from a William-Sonoma recipe, the contrast of the sweetness from the oranges, the anise from the fennel and the pepper from the arugula, the combination is delightful. I added the walnuts for a little extra fat and protein. This has quickly … Continue reading Fennel & Blood Orange Salad
