Yummy Topping for Berries and Fresh Peaches
The idea for this recipe just popped into my head. Oh wow it is delicious. It takes about 2 minutes to whip this up. Drizzle it over your favorite fresh fruit. We had fresh local peaches and blueberries and I added some chopped raw walnuts and then drizzled this on top!! 1/4 cup sour cream (Use Tofutti sour cream for a non dairy version) 1 Tablespoon real maple syrup – or more to taste 2-3 drops of real vanilla Combine these ingredients in a small bowl and stir well. Serve over fresh...
Read MoreSimple and Yummy Kale Salad
Here is a quote from Kris after she made this salad. "YUMMMMMMMY! We all loved the salad! I feel like I've finally grown up! I tried a new veggie and liked it!" Note: Kale is #1 on the list of the most nutritious foods!! This is my favorite food and I love to eat it for breakfast! Simple and Yummy Kale Salad Wash and destem kale. Destem = tear the leaves from the main stem. Use the leaves only and tear them or cut them into smaller pieces. Combine the following ingredients for dressing...
Read MoreZucchini Noodles with Tomato Basil Sauce
This is my favorite recipe for zucchini. This is so delicious and refreshing for summertime. Tomato Basil Sauce: 6 or 7 ripe plum tomatoes (about 1 1/2 lbs) 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar 6-8 fresh basil leaves, chopped. Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste For Zucchini Noodles: Use Saladacco Vegetable Slicer to make zucchini pasta noodles. If you don’t have this tool then grate the zucchini. Let zucchini set on paper towels to drain for...
Read MoreBrown Rice Krispy Treats
This recipe tastes way better than the traditional Rice Krispy Treats and they will give your body vitamins and minerals! 3/4 cup natural peanut butter (or other nut butters) 3/4 cup brown rice syrup 3 cups brown rice crispy cereal Optional to add 1/4 cup chocolate chips Heat peanut butter and rice syrup on a low heat until mixed. Pour over brown rice crispy cereal and mix until well coated. If using chocolate chips sprinkle them in last. Press all ingredients into a baking pan or casserole dish. ...
Read MoreCreamy Butternut Squash Soup
This soup will warm you up on these cold evenings. I made it up last night….it really hit the spot. Butternut Squash Soup 1 medium size Butternut Squash 1 large onion, chopped 4 cloves garlic chopped 5 cups water 2 Tsp vegetable broth powder – Gaylord Hauser’s (not gluten free) Use a gluten free broth if needed. ¼ tsp cayenne ½ tsp nutmeg 1 can lite coconut milk celtic sea salt I boil the butternut whole squash in a pot of water until the skin is...
Read MoreMake your Own Granola Bars – this recipe Rocks!
This recipe comes from: http://vegetarianonthecheap.blogspot.com/2009/02/easier-than-pie-make-your-own-granola.html A great blog from my favorites list. Standard granola bar template: A – Grain base: Most often rolled oats, but could also be puffed rice or millet or combination of grains. This accounts for about ⅔ of your granola bars substance. Using a little Millet makes for a real nice crunch! B – Nuts and seeds – unless you are allergic – in which case you just omit – this is...
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