Spring Cleansing Tonic: Iced Nettle and Rose Hips Tea
Spring is a time of cleansing and nourishing. We emerge from our winter cocoon ready to shake off the sluggishness, a few fluffy pounds, and greet the sun with enthusiasm. This spring cleansing tonic is a great way to clear a lingering winter cough, purify the blood, and increase energy levels. It’s so nourishing that […]
Spiced Maple Roasted Chick Peas: a Kid-Approved Crunchy Treat (free of dairy, nuts, corn, and other allergens)
Roasted ceci (pronounced chae chee) – or chickpeas, garbanzo beans, chana, hummus, sanagalu – are one of our favorite snacks. They’re full of nutrition and are truly a traditional food. Ceci remains were found in the Middle East (or Southwest Asia for you geography buffs) dating back more than 7,500 years, and it’s no wonder […]
A Taste of Ireland: Paleo Shepherd’s Pie
Shepherd’s Pie brings to mind thick sweaters and cozy fireside dinners. Swirling snow and the faint sound of an Irish pub song. There is no better way to celebrate winter than this healing, hearty meal filled with ingredients that feed your soul. And, yes, it is definitely worth the effort. Since my family’s transition to […]
Real Food Christmas Menu 2012
Happy New Year! I hope that your year is filled with health and happiness, and my wish for you and yours is the joy of healing through real food. Let this year be filled with love, laughter, and joy. Every year that we host Christmas, we steer a little further away from the staple dishes […]
The Official Scent of Christmas: A Simmering Potpourri Recipe (and a peek into our holiday preparations)
Let the holiday season begin! There’s no bah-humbugging here. We are bubbling over with holiday cheer. Mele Kalikimaka dear readers. Mele Kalikimaka is the thing to say on a bright Hawaiian Christmas Day… The traditional preparations always begin the day after Thanksgiving. We fill the house with festive Christmas music and put on a pot of […]
Hummus: Real Fare for Food Allergies (sesame, garlic, and citrus free)
The simple, rustic, deliciousness that is hummus. This version takes the dish right down to basics to celebrate the earthiness of the beans, fruity notes of good quality olive oil (sources*), and a savory finish that makes it satisfying no matter what time of day you choose to eat it. *affiliate link You’ll notice that this […]
Mustard Braised Rabbit
Imagine the comfort of a warm hearty meal on a biting cold day. Gathered around the table while the wind howls, knowing your family is happily noshing on nourishing food is the ultimate satisfaction. Even better than just having a hot meal on the table, this mustard braised rabbit recipe is made with local and […]
Kombucha Jello
Getting bored with nutrient-dense healing foods? This tasty treat will give you the wiggly, giggly fun of jello while sneaking in the healing powers of kombucha and gelatin. Gelatin Gelatin is the name given to collagen that has been extracted for use as a food. It is a wonderful digestive aid, regulates stomach acid production, […]
Spiced Cranberry Apple Cider
Best sipped snuggled up in front of a roaring fire or out in the crisp autumn air, spiced cranberry apple cider is the perfect way to enjoy the chilly months. It’s a perfect alternate to hot cocoa once winter white comes sweeping in and sends us diving for the blankets. Let the cranberries brighten your […]