Healthy living food recipes.
Recipe: Chocolate Dipped Dehydrated Orange Slices Treat Yourself Today! Healthy. Nutritious. Easy. Recipe: Chocolate Dipped Dehydrated Orange Slices Click to Tweet I’m a HUGE fan of Markus Rothkranz and Cara Brotman. I enjoy their videos and have learned a lot from their content. A few weeks ago, I ran across a video of Cara preparing dehydrated orange…
Recipe: Pumpkin LoafINSPIRATION:My Hubby saw a recipe on social media for Gluten Free Pumpkin Pancakes. We made the pancakes, and we had some leftover pumpkin puree. I decided to be adventurous and seek a recipe that used pumpkin puree. I came across this recipe for flourless pumpkin bread online and decided to modify* it a…
Food Focus: Collard Greens Prep Time: 10 minutesCooking Time: 20-40 minutes (depending on cookware)Yield: 2-3 servingsIngredients 1 bunch of fresh collard greens (chopped)1 onion, thinly slicedfresh garlic (as much as you want)olive oilsoup broth (vegetable or chicken broth)salt & pepper to taste (we used smoke-seasoned salt)red chili flakes to tastetabasco to tasteDirectionsSauté minced garlic in olive oil…
Easy Beans and GreensPrep Time: 10 minuteCooking Time: 10 minutesYield: 2-3 servingsIngredients2 cups of pre-cooked beans (black, pinto, red, kidney – your choice)1 bunch greens (collard, bok choy, kale, spinach – your choice)Your favorite toppings, such as salsa, avocado or guacamole and sour creamDirections1. In a medium saucepan, heat drained beans. Add your favorite seasonings,…
Veggie ChiliHomemade Veggie ChiliINGREDIENTS2 tablespoons olive oil1 large red onion, diced4 cloves of garlic, finely mincedchili powder to tastecumin seed to taste ( I use freshly ground cumin seeds for maximun taste)oregano (to taste)chili flakes (to taste)bell peppers, diced (I used red peppers)carrots, diced (I used shredded carrots)celery stalks, dicedwhole tomatoes and their juice (I…
Recipe: Blue Corn Tortillas This is a simple way that I have found to make a quick version of a healthy corn tortilla. Yes, I looked for a good recipe online, then modified it. Here are the ingredients listed in the original recipe (image linked to recipe page): My Hubby and I are following the…
Recipe: Roasted Broccoli With Garlic This recipe was inspired by paleogrubs.com. We were in a hurry and needed a quick dinner. We made fish for me, chicken for Gushin, and this wonderful roasted broccoli and garlic dish. Here’s how we made it: Ingredients 2 small heads of broccoli, cut into florets 3 tbsp olive oil 6 HUGE…
Recipe: Cottage Cheese with Walnuts and Green Olives When I was in high school, I used to visit the Violin Specialty Shop on Lemon Avenue in Dallas. Mr. Ernest Lindsay, and his wife, Thelma, were the proprietors. Mr. Lindsay was a paraplegic who made the most amazing violins I ever played. My friends and I…
Home-Made Pepper Blend We use a lot of spices in our cooking. One of my Hubby’s favorite seasonings has been a Six-Pepper Blend. For a long time, we were unable to find it, so when we did, my hubby was VERY happy. That is, until we stopped to read the ingredients on the label! We…
Recipe: Zucchini & Mushroom No-Pasta Lasagna The other night, my hubby and I decided to experiment with a pasta-less lasagna. It was so good that we decided to make it again last night. Here’s how we made a zucchini & mushroom lasagna. I have not yet experimented with adding other veggies to the recipe, but I will….
Food Focus: Mesclun What is Mesclun? I didn’t know either. That is, until we received an order from the Organic Food Coop we used to use before we bought our Tower Garden. Here’s the Wikipedia version: “Mesclun is a salad mix of assorted small, young salad green leaves, that originated in Provence, France. The traditional mix…
Kale, Strawberry, Almond Smoothie We are in search of low carb, healthy, smoothie recipes. Here’s one we tried today. It was yummy. Ingredients Calories Carbs Fat Protein Sodium Sugar Strawberries – Raw, 1 cup, sliced 53 13 0 1 2 8 Almonds Raw – Great Value, 2 oz (24 whole kernels = 28 grams)…
Food Focus: Horseradish Did you know that for centuries horseradish was thought of as a medicine and not as a condiment? In the 1500’s, it was known in England as “Red Cole” and it grew wild in several areas of the country. Horseradish can be used medicinally as the root contains an antibiotic substance as…
Food Focus: Ginger Ginger has been used for centuries. It was used by the Greeks as early as 4400 years ago and by the Spanish in the 16th century. It is spicy, yet soothing and is an easily recognizable ingredient in Oriental cuisine. Ginger is widely used in cooking and in the healing arts, as…
It Burns So Good! Last month, on Rosh Chodesh (the New Moon), I joined hundreds of people across the globe in a “virtual” event. I was invited to the Master Tonic Party. Ok, so it sounds pretty weird. Actually, it was tremendous fun! I have been asked by many of my friends to post the…
Strawberry Yogurt Smoothie Prep Time: 5 minutes Yield: 2 servings Ingredients 1 cup vanilla yogurt (or 1 cup plain yogurt with a dash of stevia and 1 tsp vanilla extract) 1 cup strawberries Directions Mix in blender for 1-2 minutes and serve. Note: You can add other ingredients for added nutrition such as nuts, a…
Roasted Squash Soup Last night, Dennis & I attended our neighborhood Crime Watch Patrol pot-luck dinner. I made a delicious roasted squash soup that became quite a hit. In response to the requests for the recipe, I am posting the following “non-recipe” recipe. You’ll understand why I am calling it a “non-recipe” in a moment….
Middle-Eastern Style Lentil Soup Yield: 4-6 servings Ingredients 2 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 2 large onions, cut into medium dice 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 tsp. ground coriander 1 tsp. ground cumin, preferably ground from whole seeds toasted in a dry skillet 1 tsp. ground turmeric 1/2 tsp. sweet paprika 1 1/2 tsp. kosher salt…
Recipe: Coconut Milk Coconut milk is not the liquid inside the coconut. It is the liquid that is extracted from the flesh of the coconut. It can be made at home from fresh, dry or creamed coconut. In this recipe, we will use half a fresh coconut. Grate the flesh of half a fresh coconut…
Thai-spiced Winter Squash Soup Serves 4-6. 2 lbs. (1 kg) Winter squash – acorn, butternut, hubbard, turban, small pumpkins 3 tablespoons butter or olive oil 1 14-ounce can coconut milk 1 teaspoon (or more) red Thai curry paste water 2 teaspoons fine grain sea salt (or to taste) Water or vegetable stock to thin soup to…
Mixed Green Salad with Blueberry Vinaigrette (Recipe obtained from Chef Stevie Nussbaum) Makes 4 servings Ingredients 1/4 cup Blueberries 1/4 cup Olive Oil 1 Tablespoon Balsamic vinegar 1/2 Teaspoon Dijon mustard 6 cups Mixed Greens 1/4 cup Goat Cheese Directions Place the blueberries, Balsamic Vinegar, and dijon mustard in a blender or food processor Turn…
Roasted Squash Soup (Ingredient list obtained from Chef Stevie Nussbaum) Makes 12 servings Ingredients: 1 1/2 Pounds acorn squash, Halved 1 1/2 Pounds butternut squash, Halved 1 Pound spaghetti squash, Halved 1 whole Onion, chopped 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil (Extra Virgin) 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1/2 teaspoon granulated garlic 4 Cups Vegetable Stock 1/2 cup…
Recipe: Maple Fruit Compote with Honey-Ginger Toasted Nuts Prep Time: 10 minutes Cooking Time: 20 minutes Yield: 4 servings Ingredients 2-3 apples 2-3 peaches or pears 2 tablespoons maple syrup 1/2 cup raisins juice of 1 lemon 1 teaspoon cinnamon 1 cup walnuts or nuts of your choice 1/2 teaspoon fresh ginger, minced 2 tablespoons…
Ginger Drink (This recipe has been featured in the August, 2011 issue of A Healthy You). Prep Time: 7 minutes Cook Time: 24 hours or 20 minutes (choose your method) Yield: 6-8 servings Ingredients: 1 pound fresh ginger root 2 quarts water juice of 2 limes maple syrup, stevia, honey or agave nectar to taste…
Sun Tea (This recipe has been featured in the August, 2011 issue of A Healthy You.) Prep time: 2 minutes Cook time: 24 hours Yield: 2 liters Ingredients: 3-4 tea bags of your choice water Directions: Fill an extra-large mason jar with water, add 3 or 4 of your favorite tea bags and cover with…
Cajun Seasoning – Make Your Own My husband was shopping around for a good cajun seasoning mix. We read labels. We found sugar. We found additives. We decided to make our own. I compared a few online recipes and decided to try the one from www.allrecipes.com. Here’s what you need: salt garlic powder paprika ground…
Spring Sprouting Steamer (This recipe appeared in the May,2011 issue of A Healthy You) Prep Time: 3 minutes Cooking Time: 5 minutes Yield: 4 servings Ingredients 1 zucchini 1 summer squash 1- 6 oz. package mixed crunchy sprouts (lentil, adzuki, mung, garbanzo) 3 tablespoons of freshly chopped tarragon 1 tablespoon of ghee (clarified butter) or…
How To: Sprout Your Own (This article appeared in the May,2011 issue of A Healthy You) A little bit actually goes a long way. You only need about 1/2 cup of legumes for each batch. Place 1/2 cup of legumes (lentils, mung beans, garbanzos, etc…) in a quart jar. (I use mason jars. I LOVE…
Asian Watercress Salad (This recipe appeared in the July,2011 issue of A Healthy You) Prep Time: 7 minutes Yield: 4 servings Ingredients 1 bunch washed watercress 1 cup grated carrots 1 cup baked tofu 1-1/2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil 2/3 tablespoons plum vinegar or other vinegar Directions 1. Tear watercress into desirable size pieces. 2….
Bok Choy Apple Slaw (This recipe appeared in the July, 2011 issue of A Healthy You) Prep Time: 7 minutes Yield: 4 servings Ingredients 6 stalks bok choy (about 1/2 head), thinly sliced 1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced 1 granny smith apple, sliced 1/2 cup toasted sunflower seeds Dressing: 1 teaspoon ground coriander 1…
David & Amy’s Fabulous Granola This recipe is brought to you by my wonderful son, David, and his fabulous fiancee, Amy. I would love your feedback! Ingredients: 3 Cups Rolled Oats 1 Cup Pecans 1 Cup Almonds 1/2 Cup Flax Seeds 1 1/2 Cups Sunflower Seeds 1 Cup Raisins 1/3 Cup Brown Sugar 1/3 Cup…
Almond Milk Did you know that you can make your own? The original recipe, which called for 4 cups of ice, was obtained from New Earth Wellness. I found that, depending on the kitchen equipment you have, the amount of water and crushed ice will vary. I’ve modified the recipe to decrease the amount of…
Fruit Nut Smoothie (This recipe appeared in the June, 2011 edition of A Healthy You.) Prep Time: 5 minutes Yield: 2 servings Ingredients 1 banana 1 cup almond, soy or rice milk 1 cup berries 1 cup diced melon 1/2 cup almonds 2-4 ice cubes Directions Mix in blender for 1-2 minutes and serve. Note:…
Shiitake and Kale (This recipe appeared in the April, 2011 issue of my newsletter. Prep Time: 2 minutes Cooking Time: 10 minutes Yield: 4 servings Ingredients 1/2 pound shiitake mushrooms 1 tablespoon olive oil 1-2 cloves crushed garlic 1 bunch kale, chopped pinch of salt Directions 1. Warm oil in pan on medium heat with…
Color Your Plate Healthy How are you doing with your New Year’s resolution? Every year millions of Americans make resolutions on January 1st. Many of them have something to do with improving health and wellness. But by February 1st a majority of those resolutions have gone right out the window. Since 1980 the American Dietetic…
Quinoa Pilaf (This recipe appeared in the March, 2011 issue of A Healthy You.) Prep Time: 3 minutes Cooking Time: 30-40 minutes Yield: 4 servings Ingredients: 1 cup quinoa; 2 1/4 cups water or stock; 1/2 cup dried cranberries; 1/2 cup walnut pieces; 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley; pinch of salt Directions 1. Rinse…
Recipe: Mighty Miso Soup (This recipe appeared in the January, 2011 issue of A Healthy You). Prep Time: 5-10 minutes Cooking Time: 10-15 minutes Yield: 4-5 servings Ingredients: 4-5 cups spring water 1-2 inch strip of wakame, rinsed and soaked 5 minutes in 1 cup of water until softened 1-2 cups thinly sliced vegetables of…
This is one of my family’s favorite dishes. Leftovers don’t last long!
Recipe: Sweet Potatoes with Lime and Cilantro (This recipe appeared in the December, 2010 issue of A Healthy You). This recipe is an eye-opener for those who find sweet potatoes cloyingly sweet or those who are tired of eating them smothered in marshmallows and brown sugar. Japanese sweet potatoes, with their pale flesh and delicate…
Avocado Dip (This recipe appeared in the November, 2010 issue of A Healthy You) Prep Time: 3 minutes Yield: 1 cup Ingredients: 1 large peeled and pitted avocado 2/3 cup plain yogurt, goat yogurt or soy yogurt 1 diced tomato dash or two of cayenne pepper sea salt black pepper Directions: Mash avocado with a…
Savory Tahini Sauce (This recipe appeared in the November, 2010 issue of A Healthy You.) Prep time: 5 minutes Yield: 1 cup Ingredients: 1/2 cup tahini 1/4 cup water 3 tablespoons lemon juice 2 tablespoons tamari 2 tablespoons maple syrup 1-2 cloves of garlic minced pinch of cayenne (to your taste) Directions: In a bowl…
Recipe: Roasted Root Veggies (This recipe appeared in the October, 2010 issue of A Healthy You.) Ingredients 1 sweet potato 2 parsnips 2 carrots 2 turnips or 1 large rutabaga 1 daikon radish (or substitute/add in your favorites, like squash) olive oil salt and pepper herbs: rosemary, thyme or sage (fresh if possible) Directions 1….