Ingredients Extra Virgin Olive Oil (EVOO) 1 large butternut squash, peeled & diced (reserve seeds in separate bowl) 1 onion, chopped vegetable stock 3 garlic cloves, crushed 1 tart apple, peeled and diced 1/2-1″ turmeric root, peeled and diced (can also use turmeric powder) dash of fresh grated ginger (can also use ginger powder) curry powder salt & pepper parsley …
Oh how I love oat groats! You get the whole grain nutrients with multiple meal versatility. I like to prepare oat groats (get yours here) at the start of the week (follow package directions) and then they are on hand, stored in the fridge, for a quick breakfast or dinner option all week. For breakfast I portion out a serving …
It’s official, fall has arrived. While I am a big fan of the heat and activity of summer, I equally enjoy the coziness and slow down that fall brings. Sweatshirts on cool nights, Sunday football (Go Browns!), and vibrant colors decorating the trees…yep, I’m a fan. I am also a fan of busting out my crock pot this time of …
Granola is a favorite around here so it’s something I make on a pretty regular basis. Today I’m sharing my favorite recipe—good news, it’s versatile so you can use this as your jumping off point and tweak it as you go. Enjoy! 4 cups old fashioned rolled oats 1 cup chopped pecans 1/2 cup raw pumpkin seeds 5-6 TBSP maple …
1/2 cup goji berries 4 cups filtered water Juice of 1 lemon 1 TBSP honey, or more depending on sweet preference 1 sliced lemon Mint Soak the goji berries in filtered water for a few hours (minimum of 1 hour, maximum overnight). In blender, blend berries with soak water, juice of 1 lemon, and 1 TBSP honey. Pour over ice …
Maca. Ever heard of it? Not all that long ago, we hadn’t either. But, it’s not all that new. Maca has been grown and used for the past 3,000 years in central Peru, in the high plateaus of the Andes mountains. Locals used it to increase fertility in their livestock. There are countless health benefits of this superfood! It is similar …
Basil is in season in the summer months. It is an easy to integrate herb which compliments a number of dishes including salads and smoothies. Basil is loaded with phytonutrients and has a long history of being known as a medicinal herb. Enjoy this nutritious super star with its immune boosting, anti-inflammatory benefits in a simple to prepare and easy …
This refreshing coleslaw was a big hit at a recent backyard barbecue. It was absolutely delicious, packed full of nutrients, and quite refreshing on a hot summer day. What made it even better was that it was made with mostly local ingredients from that weeks CSA. Enjoy! Refreshing summer coleslaw (slightly modified from Fresh Fork’s recipe) 1/2 small head cabbage, …
I love beets, they top my list of favorite foods. I love the vibrant color, even if it stains a bit. I love that you can lightly saute the tops or toss them raw into a salad or smoothie, using all of the beet parts. I love the health benefits (from detoxing to fertility boosting). And I absolutely love the …
Ingredients: 2 TBSP EVOO ½ Sweet Onion 2 Cups Rice (I used Brown Basmati) 1 Can Organic Diced Tomatoes 1-2 Cups Frozen Organic Corn 2-4 Cups Organic Vegetable Broth 1 Tsp (or more) Cumin 1-2 Garlic Cloves Fresh Chopped Cilantro to taste Heat large skillet over medium heat and drizzle with Olive Oil. Add in the diced onions and …
