Teff is still on our agenda with a uniquely crafted recipe for Gluten Free Teff Waffles. As mentioned in my previous post, teff is a gluten-free, pseudo-grain that just happens to be one of the most nutritious alternatives to traditional grain products in the world. Given our family history of Sjogren’s Syndrome and now…
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Gluten Free Vegan Family Pot Pie
Now that my kids are older and have busy lives of their own, I’ve figured out a way to bring us all together one to two times per month for a new kind of family meal. The bi-monthly family plan (haha!) is officially on the calendar. It might sound crazy, but making family a priority…
Raw Turkish Coffee Bars
Eating foods as close to their raw state as possible is not only beneficial for digestion, but also for the availability of many nutrients. How does eating raw translate to desserts? By removing the “baking” component and thinking ahead, creating raw decadent desserts will not only impress your friends and family but provide the added benefit of hidden nutrition….
Vegan Garden Burgers
Good veggie burgers are hard to find. Many people seek meat-free alternatives in hopes of “eating healthier” but end up making choices that aren’t as healthy as they think. As we head into summer, the seemingly-virtuous veggie burger begins showing off its veggie roots at neighborhood barbecues, pool parties, campsites and beaches. Yep, the veggie burger…
Vegan Strawberry Breakfast Bars
As we begin a busy week, many families are looking for breakfast options that can be eaten on-the-go. Unfortunately, many “quick” options come in the form of pre-packaged bars filled with excess refined sugar. Even when we read labels, and seemingly choose high-quality products with both the USDA organic and non-GMO certification seal adorning the package, the fact remains that…
Mother’s Day Love Cake
Being a mother is the greatest blessing of my life and has brought me LOVE beyond what I knew existed. As mothers, we are continually encouraged to become our highest self, filled with compassion, creativity, playfulness, selflessness, generosity and dependability. We teach as we learn from these little masterful souls, and in the end, gain much more than we…
Anasazi Bean Tacos
Happy Cinco de Mayo everyone! This first week of May is such a unique time of year, beginning with the colorful celebration of Mexico’s victory over France at the Battle of Pueblo during the Franco-Mexican War (1861-1867). As the days turn warmer and the sun shines longer, we begin to feel the call of all mothers and…
Creamy Springtime Carnaroli Rice
Spring is in full bloom here in San Diego and nothing tastes better than a light salad and beautifully crafted side dish. Our Creamy Springtime Carnaroli Rice has been paired with fresh green peas, organic asparagus and a touch of fresh lemon zest, making this dish a standout spring meal. Carnaroli rice is a short-grain rice…
Roasted Veggies and Banza Chickpea Pasta
Who doesn’t love a great bowl of pasta, dripping with sauce or covered in cheese? I’m not gonna lie, I still occasionally crave pasta but understand that refined pasta does not love me. We all have the desire to make dietary changes to increase our health and vitality but most find change difficult unless their body…
Mundaka Millet Burgers
Move over little birdies, millet is not just for our feathered friends anymore! I was introduced to the power of millet twenty years ago when I embarked on a quest to heal through macrobiotics. Millet quickly became a staple in my weekly routine due to its versatility and continues to find its way into my meals…