I don’t know anything about traditional Asian cuisine. Now that that’s out of the way, let me also say that I’m a huge, huge fan of traditional ferments like kimchi, and you all already know my love of sturdy leafy greens. This is a bowl I make often because it is filling, full of probiotics […]
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{Recipe} Nourishing Nettle Infusion {Vegan, Gluten Free}
I have written volumes about the health benefits of nettles, but honestly, the skin benefits alone are worth it. You will get the unmistakable glow of someone who is healthy and cleansed from the inside out, without actually having to go on drastic diets and spending a lot of money. Nettles are really inexpensive, and […]
{Recipe} Veggie Loaded Pasta with Garlic & Greens {Vegan, Gluten Free}
Sometimes, we’ll eat some pasta. My kids, like all kids, love it! My favorite way to serve it is with lots and lots of veggies, ans since you can of course vary the ingredients, the possibilities are endless and no one gets bored. Broccoli, Brussels sprouts, bok choy, onion, spinach… The list goes on. Ingredients […]
{Recipe} Heather Pace’s Apple Cinnamon Quinoa Porridge {Vegan, Gluten Free}
Who says morning porridge needs to be made with oats? Back when I was writing the Nourished Village Cookbook, volume 1, I hired Heather Pace of SweetlyRaw.com to create recipes for the community. Here’s one of her contributions, using quinoa instead for a delicious twist on a breakfast classic. “This warm porridge provides a hearty, […]
{Recipe} Gluten Free Black Bean Burgers {Vegetarian, Gluten Free}
These burgers are awesome placed on a juicy tomato slice on a bed of lettuce, and topped with avocado! They also keep well in the oven if you need to make them early (I’ve kept them for an hour at 160 F and they were still great). Make sure to not overcrowd the pan when […]
{Recipe} Whole Food Protein Smoothie with Strawberries
Protein powders are great and serve a purpose, and I’m definitely not one to turn my nose up at a premixed protein shake from the store – in fact, I have one almost every day. But I do love a good, wholesome, whole food smoothie with nutrition the way nature intended… As a packaged deal. […]
{Recipe} Peach Blueberry Protein Shake {Raw, Vegan, Paleo, Gluten Free}
This tasty shake is one of many smoothie recipes I hand picked for the Nourished Village cookbook. Peach and blueberries together make for a magical combination! I actually never thought of blending them together without other fruits until I tried a peach smoothie from Natalia KW’s wonderful book, Pure Pleasures. Mixed with hemp seeds, this smoothie will provide a punch of protein, […]
{Recipe} Heather Pace’s Grain Free Granola Bars {Gluten Free, Vegan, Paleo}
Back when I was writing the Nourished Village Cookbook, volume 1, I hired Heather Pace of SweetlyRaw.com to create recipes for the community. Here’s one of her contributions: “This is a completely grain free granola bar recipe that I really love. They store well in the freezer so I recommend making a double batch to […]
So My Ex Thinks Mothers Need to Grow Up…
After my divorce, I briefly dated a friend of mine. It did not last long, barely 4 months, 3 of them filled with stress. 6 months after the break-up, we had tea together to see if we could be friends. He said many things that angered me, but one of them unleashed the mother of […]
We Went From Screen Obsessed to Screen-Free Overnight – This Is The Result
I’m going to go ahead and say it: I love my screens. I check my phone first thing in the morning. It’s my watch, my alarm clock, my calendar, my email, and my must-have to communicate with friends, school, family, and oh yes, my boyfriend. It’s my camera, my camcorder, and thanks to online library […]