Category: Food
Simple Self-Care Tips For Every Budget
Self-care for the mind and body can go a long way toward helping you feel strong and healthy, but if you’re unsure of where to start, you might either feel overwhelmed with options or anxious about the potential cost. By prioritizing your comfort, looking for ways to ease stress and…
Properly-Prepared Porridge
A tasty staple that I make weekly - properly-prepared in the tradition of our wise & wild ancestors - soaked or fermented for better digestion and nutrient absorption. Sally Fallon explains in her Nourishing Traditions cookbook the importance of soaking or fermenting all your grains, "...all grains contain phytic acid…
Kefir Bread
This is a simple, yet super tasty and hearty bread. Topped with a drizzle of honey makes for a sweet treat. When I first made it, hubby asked for another piece right away, saying, "It's like liquid candy." Great also topped with yogurt cheese or warmed with a pat of…
Beautifying Breakfast Cereal
Another simple and delicious recipe from my Leading Lady Reset Cleanse. Tastes like I'm eating dessert for breakfast. For convenience, I prepare my nuts and seeds before bed (see below). So good, nutritious, and a great way to energize your morning. Prep: Soak sunflower seeds and sliced almonds overnight in…
Instant Pot Yogurt
Super easy, super good, and super good for you! This is the perfect recipe for an Instant Pot with a Yogurt Setting. Servings: Makes 1 quart Ingredients 1 Quart of organic, grass-fed cow's milk (if you can get raw-even better)Option: you can use goat's milk, it just wont be as…
One Man’s Dash is Another Man’s Pinch
Really want to know how much a "pinch" or "dash" is?Or how much dry herb equals fresh? Here is a list of equivalents that will make it easier in the kitchen.Makes a great teaching tool for the kids or grandkids! To see one of my favorite little tools, because it's super…
Turmeric Tea
Curcumin, found the spice turmeric, has many health benefits. Anti-inflammatoryBoosts immune systemLowers cholesterolHelps with IBSProtects against diabetesHelps lower cholesterolStudies show it to be a potent cancer fighter. In studies, according to researchers from the University of Texas M.D. Anderson Cancer Center, curcumin blocks a key biological pathway needed for development…
Yogurt Cheese (and Whey)
A delicious and healthy cream cheese alternative. When I first heard about making yogurt cheese, I thought, "that's got to be hard" and delayed in trying it. But I finally did it and found out that it's a breeze! I first used full-fat Greek yogurt and it made a very…
“Cheesy” Kale Chips
Who said Kale can't taste great?? The first time I made these, my husband (an avid potato chip muncher) ate the whole plate! So I thought I'd share with you this yummy and healthy recipe from my Leading Lady Reset Program. Now a note on Kale: Kale is high in…
Choco-Goji Treats
So yummy and a healthier sweet to eat! TIP: As you know I'm a big proponent of soaking your nuts/seeds for better digestion and nutrient absorption. For this recipe, you'll want to prep your seeds before making these yummy treats by soaking and drying them to make them "crispy". To…