tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-72575739174746980722024-03-24T05:25:28.561-04:00Nourishing CuisineA journey through the Changing Seasons with the assistance of Macrobiotics, Ayurveda and Raw Living FoodsJillian Lauren Lisitanohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03302875730117236376noreply@blogger.comBlogger44125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7257573917474698072.post-3114140761322614662014-10-26T17:00:00.000-04:002014-12-27T11:54:31.772-05:00Nourishing Gluten Free Pumpkin Torte<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="color: #cc0000; font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">As we get ready for our </span>annual Thanksgiving festivities we begin planing the menu. </span><span style="color: #cc0000; font-size: large;">Several of our friends are gluten intolerant so I came up with a great choice to replace our usual Pumpkin Pie option. I hope you try this recipe as I am sure it will be pleasing to all. </span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #660000;">3 Cups of Organic Raw Walnuts or Pecans </span></div>
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<span style="color: #660000;">1 ½ Cups of Pitted Medjool Dates </span></div>
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<span style="color: #660000;">¼ tsp Cinnamon</span></div>
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<span style="color: #660000;">¼ tsp Nutmeg</span></div>
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<span style="color: #660000;">½ tsp Vanilla Powder </span></div>
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<span style="color: #660000;">4 Cups Winter Squash of your choice steamed and chilled in fridge</span></div>
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<span style="color: #660000;">2 TBL of Agar~Agar cooked into ¼ cup of Coconut Milk</span></div>
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<span style="color: #660000;">2 TBL Kudzu or Arrowroot Powder blended into 4 Tablespoons of cold water and cooked into the Coconut Milk mixture </span></div>
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<span style="color: #660000;">1 tsp Cinnamon</span></div>
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<span style="color: #660000;">½ tsp Nutmeg</span></div>
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<span style="color: #660000;">1 tsp Vanilla Extract</span></div>
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<span style="color: #660000;">¼ cup Maple Syrup</span></div>
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<span style="color: #660000;">Pinch of Sea Salt </span></div>
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<span style="color: #660000;">Either chopped Walnuts or Pecans depending upon your choice of nuts for your pie shell </span></div>
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<span style="color: #660000;">Dried Cranberries (fruit juice sweetened)</span></div>
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<span style="color: #660000;">Blend all the Pie Crust Ingredients in a Cuisinart</span></div>
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<span style="color: #660000;">Pulsing first then blending together till you have a ball of “dough”</span></div>
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<span style="color: #660000;">Press into your Springform Pan (see notes below)</span></div>
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<span style="color: #660000;">Be sure to press gently up the sides to form a shell to fill</span></div>
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<span style="color: #660000;">I like to start with the bottom pressing my way out and up </span></div>
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<span style="color: #660000;">Making sure it is even and has a perfect finish at the top of the shell </span></div>
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<span style="color: #660000;">Place chilled Squash, Spices, Salt, Vanilla and Maple Syrup in Cuisinart </span></div>
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<span style="color: #660000;">Blend thoroughly, scraping down the sides with a spatula if necessary </span></div>
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<span style="color: #660000;">After these ingredients are thoroughly blended add your cooked Coconut Milk and Agar/Kuzu or Arrowroot mixture</span></div>
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<span style="color: #660000;">Whip together in the Cuisinart and Spoon into your Pie Shell </span></div>
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<span style="color: #660000;">Smooth out top with a clean spatula </span></div>
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<span style="color: #660000;">Chill for 1 hour and then garnish</span></div>
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<span style="color: #660000;">An 8 inch Springform Baking Pan with the sides oiled and lined with parchment paper was my choice.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #660000;">Or an oiled fluted tart shell with a push out bottom is also lovely.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #660000;">For my Squash, I chose Kabocha but I also like using Butternut.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #660000;">I used fresh dried dates found in the produce section at my local co-op. The were so moist I didn’t need to soak them.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #660000;">Powdered Vanilla can be found in your local co-op bulk herb and spice section.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #660000;">Some people like adding Allspice to their pie filling. I omitted it as I prefer a more delicate flavor.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #660000;">Why Sea Salt as an ingredient in dessert? Adding that bit of salt enhances the sweet flavors and elevates the taste.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">Photography and Taste Testing by my Beloved,</span><span style="color: #cc0000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;"> Steven Carl Gold</span></div>
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Jillian Lauren Lisitanohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03302875730117236376noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7257573917474698072.post-72495111289686705652013-10-04T11:17:00.001-04:002014-09-28T14:04:10.508-04:00Nourishing Hokkaido Adzuki Bean Soup<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;"><i>Our first frost of the season arrived in the wee hours of the morning here in Vermont. </i></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Throughout the day there has been a crisp breeze and the first suggestion that Autumn has arrived is in the air.</span></i></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: xx-small;"> </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">One of m</span></i></span><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-size: large;">y favorite thing to do as the temperature begins descending is to pull out one of my large Le Creuset Pots and create a soup. I find that my favorite soups are simple and colorful. Today, I am making a Hokkaido Adzuki Bean Soup with Squash and Kale from my garden, Onions from a neighbor and amazing Burdock from our local Cate Farm (</span></span></i><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #cc0000;">www.catefarm.com</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-size: large;">)</span></span></i><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000;"> </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000;"> located </span></span></span></i><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-size: large;">in Plainfield,Vermont. </span></span></i></div>
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<i><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #cc0000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">There are three main reasons why you will want to consider incorporating vegetable juicing into your health program:</span></i></i></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #cc0000;">1.</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000;">Juicing helps you absorb all the nutrients from the vegetables. This is important because most of us have impaired digestion as a result of making less-than-optimal food choices over many years. This limits your body's ability to absorb all the nutrients from the vegetables. Juicing will help to "pre-digest" them for you, so you will receive most of the nutrition.</span></i></span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">So, while the temperature is dropping, it makes sense to turn up the digestive heat which in turn warms you from the inside out! Also consider eating more healthy, warming, concentrated foods. Dark orange vegetables such as sweet potatoes, winter squash, and carrots provide immune nourishing beta-carotene and the warmth of their shades of orange colors. Also adding Spices will increase the warming quality of you food.</span></i></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: xx-small;"><i><br />
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<div><div style="font-style: italic;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i style="color: #990000; line-height: 1.4;">Think blended Carrot Ginger Soup, or Squash Pudding. Blend your Squash in a Vitamix with Dates, Vanilla, Pumpkin Pie Spices and a little Water or Almond Milk. Voila! You have a Pudding or Filling for a Pecan and Date Crust. Enjoy this with a warming cup of Chai Tea.</i></span></div><div style="color: #990000; font-style: italic;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: xx-small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 14px;"><br />
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</span></span> </i></span></div><div><div><div><div style="font-style: italic;"><div style="font-size: small; line-height: 1.4;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #cc0000;">Black pepper</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000;"> (Piper Nigrum) is a member of the Piperaceae (Pepper) Family, has antiseptic, and antioxidant properties.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i> <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #cc0000; font-size: x-small; line-height: 1.4;">Cinnamon</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-size: x-small; line-height: 1.4;"> (Cinnamomum Cassia) is a member of the Lauraceae (Laurel) Family, helps dry dampness in the body and warms people that are always cold and suffering from poor circulation. Cinnamon is antiseptic and an excellent digestive tonic.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i> <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #cc0000; font-size: x-small; line-height: 1.4;">Garlic</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-size: x-small; line-height: 1.4;"> (Allium Sativum), a member of the Liliaceae (Lily) Family, helps one be more resistant to infection. Garlic is a potent vasodilator and improves circulation by helping to prevent the blood from clumping together.</span><br />
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</span> <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #cc0000; font-size: x-small; line-height: 1.4;">Ginger</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-size: x-small; line-height: 1.4;"> (Zingiber Officinale), a member of the Zingiberceae Family, is a natural antioxidant and antiseptic. It improves circulation to all parts of the body. Ginger baths are warming, muscle relaxing and cold and flu relieving and can be made by simmering eight ounces of ginger into a half gallon of water, simmering at a low boil for twenty minutes, then straining into the bathtub.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i> <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #cc0000; font-size: x-small; line-height: 1.4;">Horseradish</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-size: x-small; line-height: 1.4;"> (Armoracia Lapathifolia) is a member of the Brassicaceae (Mustard) Family. It is high in vitamin C, and aids in the digestion of fatty foods. Horseradish is antiseptic and a strong decongestant; helping to open congested respiratory passages.</span></i></span></div><div style="color: #990000; font-style: italic;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: xx-small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 14px;"><br />
</span></span> </i></span></div><div style="color: #990000; font-size: small; font-style: italic; line-height: 1.4;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>Also consider removing your food from the Fridge and allow some time for it to come to room temperature prior to eating. You can always warm things to 105 degrees in a Dehydrator or on the stove. This is a wonderful rule to go by in winter. I take advantage of the warmth and my handy food thermometer!</i></span></div><div style="color: #990000; font-style: italic;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: xx-small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 14px;"><br />
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1 Cinnamon Stick<br />
10 Cardomom pods<br />
10 Whole Cloves<br />
1 Tbl Ginger finely minced 1 Cup Almond Milk<br />
3 tsp Rooibos Tea<br />
Stevia, Agave or Raw Honey to Taste</i></span><br />
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<i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-size: x-small;">Pour water in saucepan</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-size: x-small;"> Add the Cinnamon, Cardomom, Cloves and Ginger </span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-size: x-small;"> Bring up to a simmer, cover and simmer for 10 minutes </span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-size: x-small;"> Add Tea Leaves, cover, and turn off the heat</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-size: x-small;"> After 2 minutes, strain the tea into two cups </span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-size: x-small;"> Add Almond Milk warmed to 105 degrees and Sweetener of choice</span></span></i><br />
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</i></span></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div>Jillian Lauren Lisitanohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03302875730117236376noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7257573917474698072.post-72958451456102281782011-12-16T07:24:00.005-05:002011-12-16T14:08:40.170-05:00Nourishing Warming Soup<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;"><i>As we move toward the Winter Solstice and a New Year, I am feeling a need to add as many healing and strengthening ingredients to our recipes. Cracking open my favorite books on Herbs, Chinese Medicine and Macrobiotics ignites a spark of creativity as I find myself in my pantry gathering the ingredients for this Nourishing Soup! </i></span><br />
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</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;"><i>By making a Broth of Nettle Tea, Burdock, Dried Shitake Mushrooms and Wakame Seaweed we are supporting the organ pair associated with Winter which is Kidney/Bladder. </i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">In traditional Chinese medicine the element associated with winter is water, which has a floating energy. Water energy goes deep inside the earth; it is the root and basis of life. This is the time of hibernation and inward self-reflection, when the energy is still on the surface, yet active underneath. </span></i></span><br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Winter is a time of conservation and storage. Because the kidney, along with the urinary bladder, is predominant in this season, winter is the time to build, conserve, and store kidney chi through rest and self-reflection. The time of day that the Urinary Bladder peaks is from 3:00 to 5:00 PM and the Kidney from 5:00 to 7:00 PM. </span></i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;"><i>Foods with floating water energy go deep into the body and strengthen the kidney, urinary bladder, and reproductive organs. </i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;"><i>The most beneficial foods for this time of year are </i></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;"><i>burdock, buckwheat, black soybeans, and black sesame seeds. Dried foods, like Shitake Mushroom, also contain concentrated energy to build inner strength. </i></span></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;"><i>The taste associated with winter and the water element is Salty.</i></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"> Winter cooking includes warming soups, more oil, rich bean dishes and sea vegetables which are all strengthening to the kidney.</span></i></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #cc0000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>Ingredients:</i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>4 Dried Shitake Mushrooms Soaked (save soaking water) </i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>3 Tbl Finely sliced Burdock Root</i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>1 Onion diced</i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>1 Clove Garlic minced</i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>2 Stalks Celery diced</i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>1 Carrot diced</i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>1 Cup of Cabbage minced</i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>3 Tbl Dried Nettle Leaf Tea</i></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i> </i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>2 Strips of Wakame Seaweed</i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>1 tsp peeled and grated Ginger </i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>4 tsp White Miso diluted in 2 Tbl water</i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>7 Cups Filtered or Spring Water (includes Shitake soaking water)</i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>4 Scallions Sliced on a Diagonal </i></span><br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiDf3IhW2lwrYDzAZqQ3oC4joBy1eqCITzt-8LECqA2rgyIvwkiibRh2RwuxqkItlLaw0jBopT7Tso3-JUBGVPKex2nBJlJif9T5bpGwr3TtV_bobaYoxRnWBgd9FBGZIvAfoySoWKq2cg/s1600/Shitake+Mushrooms+Soaking.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="181" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiDf3IhW2lwrYDzAZqQ3oC4joBy1eqCITzt-8LECqA2rgyIvwkiibRh2RwuxqkItlLaw0jBopT7Tso3-JUBGVPKex2nBJlJif9T5bpGwr3TtV_bobaYoxRnWBgd9FBGZIvAfoySoWKq2cg/s200/Shitake+Mushrooms+Soaking.jpg" width="200" /></a></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><u>Shiitake Mushrooms</u> provide high levels of protein (18%), potassium, niacin and B vitamins, calcium, magnesium and phosphorus. They have natural antiviral and immunity-boosting properties and are used nutritionally to fight viruses, lower cholesterol and regulate blood pressure. Lentinan, an immunostimulant derived from shiitakes, has been used to treat cancer, AIDS, diabetes, chronic fatigue syndrome, fibrocystic breast disease, and other conditions with impressive results.</i></span><br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_XRosgU4tMBwkR2l3Qyv275CgwKbeWkPX5eqIvtFhIqsh6WXHORrHJv971m5lE-V4xoXNVsWt9Gbvmtup8DiSPfJdhQhxZHFLHft_ciyK_31JcfJ9jGsG8tC6mBoIZT-iLJJj8JUgz2s/s1600/Burdock+Root.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="133" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_XRosgU4tMBwkR2l3Qyv275CgwKbeWkPX5eqIvtFhIqsh6WXHORrHJv971m5lE-V4xoXNVsWt9Gbvmtup8DiSPfJdhQhxZHFLHft_ciyK_31JcfJ9jGsG8tC6mBoIZT-iLJJj8JUgz2s/s200/Burdock+Root.jpg" width="200" /></a></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><u>Burdock Root</u> is a great source of many non-starch polysaccharides such as inulin, glucoside-lappin, mucilage...etc that help act as good laxative. In addition, inulin acts as prebiotic helps reduce blood sugar level, weight and cholesterol levels in the blood.</i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i> Burdock root contains a good amounts of electrolyte potassium (308 mg or 6.5% of daily required levels per 100 g root) and low in sodium. Potassium is an important component of cell and body fluids that helps control heart rate and blood pressure.<br />
It also contains some valuable minerals such as iron, manganese, magnesium; and small amounts of zinc, calcium, selenium, and phosphorus.</i></span><br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhyy0W4G39oag1LOcIxmwnGJPgV2YTKezwoz9P-IFBpV7OrWQHdEWWiyD1MKgwLTt9qeKPLPj0JcRA7mQySApKURH3mr-wHsGYUNRWZsxR4vA7TMEj3cfkEeKVC0FB0_Efg_TN94THQngQ/s1600/Wakame+Dried.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="150" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhyy0W4G39oag1LOcIxmwnGJPgV2YTKezwoz9P-IFBpV7OrWQHdEWWiyD1MKgwLTt9qeKPLPj0JcRA7mQySApKURH3mr-wHsGYUNRWZsxR4vA7TMEj3cfkEeKVC0FB0_Efg_TN94THQngQ/s200/Wakame+Dried.jpg" width="200" /></a></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><u>Wakame Seaweed</u> </i></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>is a good source of Vitamin A, C, E and K, Niacin, Pantothenic Acid and Phosphorus, and a very good source of Riboflavin, Folate, Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, Copper, Manganese and supports healthy Thyroid function.</i></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: arial, helvetica, serif;"><i> In a sauce pan</i></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: arial, helvetica, serif;"><i> bring </i></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: arial, helvetica, serif;"><i>Water, Shitake, Burdock, Onion, Garlic, Celery, Carrot, Cabbage and Wakame </i></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: arial, helvetica, serif;"><i>to a boil</i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: arial, helvetica, serif;"><i>Turn down and simmer covered for 15 minutes</i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: arial, helvetica, serif;"><i>Add Nettle Tea to the pot and simmer an additional 10 minutes</i></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #cc0000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>Ingredients:</i></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>12 Ounces Spring Water</i></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>1 Tbl Vermont Chaga Powder</i></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>10 Raw Almonds, soaked overnight and peeled</i></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>2 tsp Raw Cocoa Powder</i></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>1 tsp Maca Powder</i></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>2 tsp Lucuma Powder</i></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>2 tsp Yacon Powder</i></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial;"><i>¼ </i></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i> tsp of Vanilla Powder</i></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>2 Drops Stevia Liquid</i></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>Do not strain, but enjoy this luscious vitamin and mineral rich Tonic </i></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;"><i><br />
</i></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #cc0000;">Nutritional Information:</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: xx-small;"><br />
</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000;">Almonds are so nutritious due to their vitamin content. Almonds are also rich in folic acid and vitamin B therefore when consumed during pregnancy it helps to reduce birth defects of fetus. Copper content helps in proper development of bone and improves nerve functioning. Almonds function as powerful antioxidants due to its Vitamin E content. It helps in improving blood circulation and lowering of cholesterol thereby providing added cardiac protection. Not only this, it helps to stabilize blood sugar as well. Therefore it can be the best snack for diabetic patients. One of the other significant health benefits of almonds are due to its laetrile content which serves as an anti cancer component. </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000;"> Chaga contains a complex "cocktail" of phytonutrients and immune activating compounds such as Beta Glucans (Complex Carbohydrates) or Polysaccharides also found in Algae, Yeast, Oats, etc. Chaga's Beta Glucan - polysaccharides are a potent immune activator. The Beta Glucans are powerful immune boosters that work by stimulating the body's ability to set up cellular defenses. Beta Glucans are largely responsible for modulating immune deficiencies.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000;">Cacao contains Theobromine a weak but effective stimulant, containing substances that are chemically and pharmacologically related to the brain lipids anandamide (the word "anandamide" is derived from "ananda" which is Sanskrit for "bliss"). This would account for the euphoric sensation some feel when indulging in chocolate.The theobromine naturally found in raw cacao is a mild, non-addictive stimulant that some believe can treat depression.The much touted nutritional benefits or raw cacao range from reducing cataracts to improving heart function to alleviating stress. Amongst the loftiest claims in raw food culture is that raw cacao (without added sugar or dairy products) will reduce your risk of cancer as the high levels of antioxidants reduce the amount of free radicals in the body.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000;">Yacon powder has a slightly sweet flavor and is known worldwide as the future food for diabetics. Due to its unique carbohydrate composition, Yacon stores carbohydrates as fructooligosacharides (FOS), which makes it an ideal Superfood for diabetics and those watching their sugar intake. It contains inulin, an indigestible sugar, which means that although is has a sweet flavor, it contains fewer calories than would be expected. </span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000;">Yacon is also beneficial in colon-related problems and also acts as a prebiotic that balances the flora and flow in the intestines. It has also proved effective against parasites and fungus. </span><br />
</i></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>Lucuma Powder is from a very nutritious fruit with high levels of beta-carotene, B vitamins and iron, with significant amounts of calcium and phosphorus. <br />
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Maca is a root vegetable that is widely used for medicinal purposes and can be found in powder and various supplemental forms. Claims of its benefits include increased energy and moods, sexual enhancement, immune system function and disease-fighting properties. Maca is used to treat conditions such as osteoporosis, stomach cancer and stomach ulcers, erectile dysfunction, depression, leukemia, AIDS, HIV and tuberculosis. <br />
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Stevia extract is a super-sweet, low-calorie dietary supplement that helps regulate blood sugar and supports the pancreas. It is valuable for anyone with diabetes and hypoglycemia.</i></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: xx-small;"><i><br />
</i></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000;">I love using my best China or colorful mug to serve this in. I find it makes this treat that much more special.</span></i></span><br />
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</div></div>Jillian Lauren Lisitanohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03302875730117236376noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7257573917474698072.post-20662632636227477302011-12-03T10:46:00.011-05:002011-12-03T22:12:00.368-05:00Nourishing Immune Building Soup<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;"><i>While so many people are lining up for Flu Vaccines, I am in my "Kitchen Apothecary" cooking up an Immune Building Soup! Consider having this soup throughout the flu season to keep your immune system strong. This will prove to be a great support if you are feeling weak or experiencing cold or flu symptoms. </i></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;"><i>Why is this soup immune building, you ask? Well, let's take a look at the ingredients! Millet is a wonderful Gluten-Free Grain which has a cleansing effect on the body. It is considered a Prebiotic which actually supports healthy Flora in the intestinal tract. Garlic is a natural antibiotic and Astragulus is a wonderful immune boosting root. </i></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;"><i>Ginger supports lung health and is warming to the body. </i></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;"><i>Kale also supports lung health while giving you a mega dose of many vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and phytonutrients which help to detoxify the body. Kombu Seaweed is high in Calcium, Magnesium, Potassium and also has the ability to enhance flavor when cooked into a recipe. I like to think of it is Mother Natures MSG!</i></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #cc0000;">Ingredients: </span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000;">1 Onion small dice</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000;">4 Cloves of Garlic minced</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000;">2 Tbl Olive Oil</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000;"> 3 Carrots small dice</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000;">2 Celery Stalks small dice</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000;">1 Cup Corn</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000;">2 Sticks of Astragulus, which can be found in the bulk herb section of your local Coop or Herbal Apothecary </span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000;">3 Kale leaves sliced into 2 inch strips</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000;">1 Cup Millet</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000;">6 Cups Water</span></i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000;">2 inch piece of Kombu Seaweed soaked for 10 minutes</span></i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000;">2 tsp Peeled and Grated Ginger</span></i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000;">1 Tbl Two Year Barley or Chick Pea Miso diluted in 1/4 cup of Water</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000;"> Sea Salt and Pepper to taste</span></i></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000;">Heat the olive oil in large sauce pan</span></i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>Add Onion, Sea Salt and cook for a couple of minute</i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>Add Garlic and cook for a minute</i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>Add Carrots, Celery and Corn, and mix</i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>Add Millet and mix</i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>Cover with water, add the Astragulus, Kombu and simmer covered for about 30 minutes </i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>Salt and Pepper if needed and cook for 5 minutes</i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>Add Kale and Grated Ginger and cook for 2 minutes</i></span><br />
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</i></span></div></div>Jillian Lauren Lisitanohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03302875730117236376noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7257573917474698072.post-66014262356775412952011-11-25T18:37:00.000-05:002013-05-10T22:26:22.156-04:00Nourishing Green Juice<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
<i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Thanksgiving has come and gone and as we gear up for the next round of Holidays I say let's lighten up and Nourish our cells with a mini Juice Feast. Weather you chose one day, two days or snack on your glass of Green Goodness, enjoy it and feel your body coming alive as you cleanse with this vitamin and chlorophyll rich elixir.</span></i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: xx-small;"><i><br />
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<i><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-size: large;">There are three main reasons why you will want to consider incorporating vegetable juicing into your health program:</span></i></i></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #cc0000;">1.</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000;">Juicing helps you absorb all the nutrients from the vegetables. This is important because most of us have impaired digestion as a result of making less-than-optimal food choices over many years. This limits your body's ability to absorb all the nutrients from the vegetables. Juicing will help to "pre-digest" them for you, so you will receive most of the nutrition.</span></i></span><br />
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</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #cc0000;">2.</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000;">Juicing allows you to consume an optimal amount of vegetables in an efficient manner. If you are a carb type, you should eat one pound of raw vegetables per 50 pounds of body weight per day. Some people may find eating that many vegetables difficult, but it can be easily accomplished with a quick glass of vegetable juice.</span></i></span><br />
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</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #cc0000;">3.</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000;">You can add a wider variety of vegetables in your diet. Many people eat the same vegetable salads every day. This violates the principle of regular food rotation and increases your chance of developing an allergy to a certain food. But with juicing, you can juice a wide variety of vegetables that you may not normally enjoy eating whole.</span></i></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #cc0000;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Ingredients:</span> </span></i></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #990000;">Kale~</span></i></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #990000;">Parsley~</span></i></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #990000;">Celery~</span></i></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #990000;">Cucumber~</span></i></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #990000;">Granny Smith Apple~</span></i></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #990000;">Lemon~</span></i></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="background-color: white; color: #990000;">Ginger </span></i></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;"><i>My Juicer of choice is the Breville Juice Fountain Elite. I love it! So e</i></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;"><i>asy to clean and powerful. I </i></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;"><i>run all of my </i></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;"><i>pre-</i></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;"><i>washed veggies and fruits through, give it a quick scrub and I'm</i></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;"><i> good to go!</i></span></div>
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Jillian Lauren Lisitanohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03302875730117236376noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7257573917474698072.post-47146115874390756532011-11-21T21:19:00.005-05:002011-11-22T18:12:16.768-05:00Nourishing Stuffed Squash<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;"><i>Even with the weather feeling like late September we cannot stop the Calendar. Thanksgiving is just a few days away! I have created a Menu which I hope will be the Muse for your Holiday fare. The Star of the show is, Acorn Squash with a Wild Rice Stuffing. For me nothing brings Thanksgiving to mind more then roasted squash, wild rice, toasted pecans, and cranberries. </i></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"><span class="Apple-style-span"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><span class="hps">Come</span> <span class="hps">deliziosi</span></i></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>! </i></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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<div style="font: normal normal normal 13px/normal Arial; margin-bottom: 13px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><i><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-size: large;">Acorn squash is totally satisfying when roasted and topped with a drizzle of Olive Oil and s sprinkle of Sea Salt. If filled with a hearty stuffing of Lundberg's Wild Rice blend, Pecans, and Cranberries, it is a meal in itself. Loaded with comforting flavors it is bound to be hit at your Holiday Table!</span></i></i></div><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Corn Chowder, </span>03<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"> </span>August 2011</i></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Daikon Nishime, </span>19 November 2011</i></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-size: large;">"Kukicha" Twig Tea</span></i></span><br />
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<div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #cc0000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><i>Method:</i></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>1.Place squash cut side up on a baking sheet, brush 1 teaspoon of the Olive Oil over the tops </i></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>and insides of the Squash halves, season with Sea Salt and freshly ground Black Pepper</i></span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">2.Roast in the oven until just fork tender, about 25 to 30 minutes</span></i></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">3.Meanwhile, place 1 tablespoon of Olive Oil in a large saute pan over medium heat</span></i></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">4.Add the Onion, Shallots, and Celery, season with Sea Salt and freshly ground Black Pepper, stirring occasionally, cook until just softened, about 6 minutes</span></i></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">5.Stir in the Thyme and Sage cook about 1 minute</span></i></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">6.Remove from heat and stir in the rice, pecans, cranberries, and measured salt, pepper and the last Tablespoon of Olive Oil</span></i></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">7.Divide the rice filling among the roasted Squash halves, about 1/2 cup for each</span></i></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">8.Continue roasting until the Squash is completely fork tender, the edges have started to brown, and the filling is heated through, about 20 to 25 minutes</span></i></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">9.ENJOY!</span></i></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: xx-small;"><i><br />
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<div style="margin-bottom: 8px; margin-top: 0px;"><span style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial; font-size: large;"><i>In honor of our upcoming Thanksgiving Holiday. I have decided to go back to my "Root's" in appreciation for </i></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial; font-size: large;"><i>the Kushi Institute in Becket, Massachusetts. </i></span><span style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial; font-size: large;"><i>I learned so much while studying and working there as a Head Chef. </i></span><br />
<span style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial; font-size: large;"><i>This is a simple method of preparing Vegetables which is</i></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-size: large;"><i> helpful in restoring strength and vitality to someone who has become physically weak. Consider adding this dish to </i></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial; font-size: large;"><i>your meal plan</i></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial; font-size: large;"><i> two to four times per week.</i></span></div><div style="margin-bottom: 8px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #e06666; font-size: x-large;"><i>Daikon Nishime</i></span></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>Nishime style cooking is a very comforting, relaxing way to cook. It's basically a Japanese slow braising technique that uses very little water, and increases the nutritional value by adding the sea vegetable kombu.</i></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial;"><i>1 Large Daikon Radish</i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial;"><i>1 Three inch Piece of Kombu Seaweed </i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial;"><i>1/2 Cup Spring Water</i></span><br />
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</tbody></table><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #cc0000;">Method:</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #e06666; font-size: large;"> </span></i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial;"><i>Use a heavy pot with a heavy lid or cookware specifically designed for waterless cooking</i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial;"><i>Soak a 2 to 3 inch piece of kombu until soft and cut into one-inch-square pieces</i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial;"><i>Place kombu in bottom of pot and cover with water</i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial;"><i>Add daikon which </i></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial;"><i>should be sliced into 1-inch Rounds</i></span></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial;"><i>Sprinkle a few drops of Wheat Free Tamari over the Daikon Radish</i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial;"><i>Cover and set flame to high until a high steam is generated</i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial;"><i>Lower flame and cook peacefully for 15–20 minutes</i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial;"><i>If water should evaporate during cooking, add more water to the bottom of the pot</i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial;"><i>When the Daikon is cooked through, add a few more drops of tamari soy sauce</i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial;"><i>Replace cover and cook over a low flame for 2–5 minutes more</i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial;"><i>Remove cover, turn off flame, and let the Daikon sit for about two minutes </i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial;"><i>You may serve the cooking juices along with the dish, as it is very delicious</i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial;"><i>Garnish with finely sliced Scallions, Parsley or my choice Lemon Zest </i></span></div><div style="margin-bottom: 8px;"><span style="color: #cc0000; font-family: Arial;"><i>You may also like to try one of the following combinations:</i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial;"><i>Carrot, Cabbage, Burdock, Kombu</i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial;"><i>Carrot, Lotus, Burdock, Kombu</i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial;"><i>Daikon, Shitake Mushroom, Kombu</i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial;"><i>Turnip, Shitake Mushroom, Kombu</i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial;"><i>Onion, Cabbage, Winter Squash, Kombu</i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial;"><i>Onion, Kombu</i></span></div><div style="margin-bottom: 16px;"><span style="font-family: Arial;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #cc0000;">Note:</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000;"> </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000;">It is not advisable to cook only carrot and daikon or carrot and turnip together, except when using additional vegetables.</span></i></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 20px;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Daikon cleanses the blood, promotes energy circulation and increases metabolic rate. It contains diuretics, decongestants and, in terms of phytochemicals, the digestive enzymes diastase, amylase and esterase. This makes it a primary ingredient in many home remedies</span></i></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 20px;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">.</span></i></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 20px;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #e06666; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: x-large;">Enjoy!</span></i></span></div></div>Jillian Lauren Lisitanohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03302875730117236376noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7257573917474698072.post-84664295065415449622011-11-04T07:39:00.004-04:002011-11-05T10:01:37.572-04:00Nourishing Carrot Cupcakes<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Everyone seems to be riding the latest Cupcake Craze! My </span></i><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Carrot Cake has always been a favorite at our house so I decided to transform this delectable root vegetable rich dessert into, yes, you guessed it Cupcakes. The </span></i><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Maple Syrup and Coconut Milk in this recipe adds another dimension to the flavor and texture and the Tofu Whipped Frosting is Divinity!</span></i><br />
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</i></span></div><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #e06666; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: x-large;"><i>Carrot Cupcakes</i></span></div></div><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>Preheat oven to 350 degrees</i></span></div></div><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000;"><i><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>½ tsp Nutmeg</i></span></div><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial;"><i>⅔ </i></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i> </i></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Tahoma;">Cup of Raisins</span></span></div><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial; font-size: 16px;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">⅔ </span></i></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span">Cup of oven roasted Walnuts or Pecans chopped </span></i></span><br />
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</span></i></span></div><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiMK9XdrbOGGkTd7vH-uOAJjQC2LoamTjBYd-Qi8sjhlsQtckmKsBxB9RUH3vxYCrACp9pE7isesZowxcqyTzQOBfExIzzfZgH7cU7D_NtcwKAb5Uno1lvvL1v-kqnMMCTTeOXp0_yTTn4/s1600/Grated+Carrot.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="149" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiMK9XdrbOGGkTd7vH-uOAJjQC2LoamTjBYd-Qi8sjhlsQtckmKsBxB9RUH3vxYCrACp9pE7isesZowxcqyTzQOBfExIzzfZgH7cU7D_NtcwKAb5Uno1lvvL1v-kqnMMCTTeOXp0_yTTn4/s200/Grated+Carrot.jpg" width="200" /></a></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><br />
</i></span></div><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #cc0000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>Method:</i></span></div></div><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>In one bowl whisk together dry ingredients to be sure they are thoroughly blended</i></span></span></div><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>In a Second bowl add all wet ingredients including the Grated Carrot and Raisins </i></span></span></div><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>Whisk together to ensure blending</i></span></span></div><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>Spray Muffin Tin with Oil Spray</i></span></span></div><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>Place individual Paper Cupcake Liners in Pan </i></span></div><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Then pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients using a stir/fold movement to mix </span></i></div><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">DO NOT over mix, this will create a tough texture</span></i></div><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>Spoon into Cupcake Tin</i></span></div><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>Place in the oven on middle rack</i></span></div><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>Bake for 30 minutes </i></span></div><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>Test with skewer for doneness or tap with fingers and they should feel firm.</i></span></div><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>Remove and cool thoroughly</i></span><br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #e06666; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-large;">Frosting</span></i></span></div></div><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #cc0000;">Ingredients:</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000;">2 12 ounce packages of silken extra-firm Mori-Nu tofu, drained</span></i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000;">⅔ cup of melted Coconut Oil</span></i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000;">⅔ Cup of Rice Syrup</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000;">1 Tbl of Vanilla Extract</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000;">Pinch of Sea Salt</span></i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEib1cptANePrMqJFUwR65chjDxnpzBAwK1DTOcaakxzpQEnfDKBySjvCIENCdjFWVu5W6k9UcXh-5c9Am73x4KicRGzCUGLl1CR4ROP7Kt5O2tK7cAOUBv9C3wkQ6nH7-tpqufoxucTnVQ/s1600/Tofu+Frosting.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="133" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEib1cptANePrMqJFUwR65chjDxnpzBAwK1DTOcaakxzpQEnfDKBySjvCIENCdjFWVu5W6k9UcXh-5c9Am73x4KicRGzCUGLl1CR4ROP7Kt5O2tK7cAOUBv9C3wkQ6nH7-tpqufoxucTnVQ/s200/Tofu+Frosting.jpg" width="200" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #cc0000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>Method:</i></span></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000;">Place Tofu in a food processor and blend till creamy</span></i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000;">Add Rice Syrup, Vanilla Extract, Sea Salt and blend thoroughly</span></i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000;">Drizzle the melted Coconut Oil into the Tofu mixture w</span></i></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000;">hile the food processor is running </span></i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000;">Chill and Pipe on Cupcakes to create a swirl or simply spread in top </span></i></span><br />
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</i></span></div><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #e06666; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: x-large;"><i>Garnish</i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #cc0000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>Ingredients:</i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000;">Carrots strips made with a vegetable peeler</span></i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000;">1 Cup of Rice Syrup</span></i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhB2yMtWidJFiT52ALHZyFDuIqLoq3_P7KdlNpCH3Sk71J7lNLANEjMwAd98ElriFfKxBUBiM40i9BR94atJvIY84oDHBeVLoOfauJqqy9Q2Txkp3RyCSKeqaIH3Bk_q3J_LiP2ee6apAM/s1600/00383997_T.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhB2yMtWidJFiT52ALHZyFDuIqLoq3_P7KdlNpCH3Sk71J7lNLANEjMwAd98ElriFfKxBUBiM40i9BR94atJvIY84oDHBeVLoOfauJqqy9Q2Txkp3RyCSKeqaIH3Bk_q3J_LiP2ee6apAM/s1600/00383997_T.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: xx-small;"><br />
</span></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #cc0000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>Method:</i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>Warm Rice Syrup in a Double Boiler </i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>Add Carrot strips and let sit in the warmed Rice Syrup for 20 Minutes</i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>Drain in a strainer </i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>Create Curls on a plate and chill in the Fridge </i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>Place a Carrot Curl or two in the Center of each Cupcake</i></span><br />
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</span><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">You could use the rice syrup in place of some of the Maple syrup in your recipe.This would save waste and create a dessert that would support more balanced blood sugar levels.</span></i></span></div><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;"><i>Also consider making this recipe with Barley flour if you have a Wheat allergy. They will be more dense in texture but they will still have amazing flavor. </i></span></div><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;"><i>I hope you have fun with this recipe and sharing these Cupcakes with your Family and Friends.</i></span></div><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: xx-small;"><i><br />
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<div style="color: #990000; display: inline !important; font: normal normal normal 24px/normal Arial; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><i><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">To make things simple, upon rising I will measure out and dry roast the Polenta, setting it aside to cook later. Wash and cut all of the vegetables, measure out the ingredients for the Muffins and crumble the Tofu. Then it's off to the Park with our dog Jack, returning home for a shower and begin to orchestrate my symphony of aromas and flavors!</span></i></i></div><br />
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<div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #e06666; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: x-large;"><i>Scrambled Tofu</i></span></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #e06666; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: xx-small;"><i>Serves Six</i></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>2 lb of Nasoya Extra Firm Tofu or any good quality non GMO Organic Tofu that you favor</i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>1 Red Pepper small dice</i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>1/2 Cup of Carrot matchsticks</i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>1 Small Red or Yellow Onion small dice</i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>2 Clove of Garlic crushed and minced fine</i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>2 Handfuls of Baby Spinach</i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>2Tbl Toasted Sesame Oil</i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>2Tbl Wheat Free Low SodiumTamari</i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>1Tbl Nutritional Yeast</i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>1 tsp Turmeric Powder</i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>1Tbl Ginger peeled and grated</i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>1 Tbl Kuzu or Arrowroot diluted in 3 Tbl of cold water</i></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>Heat a Large Skillet, a</i></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>dd Sesame Oil when hot, toss in Red Pepper, Onion and Garlic</i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>Saute for 2 minutes and add the Carrot Matchsticks sauteing for an additional 2 minutes </i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>Add Crumbled Tofu, Turmeric and Tamari mixing together to create a golden color</i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>Add in Nutritional Yeast and Ginger, mix in</i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>Add Baby Spinach to your Skillet stir and Saute for an additional minute</i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>Add Diluted Arrowroot or Kuzu and stir and cook for 2 minutes</i></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>In one bowl whisk together dry ingredients to be sure they are thoroughly blended</i></span></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>In a Second bowl add all wet ingredients including the diced Apple and whisk together to ensure blending</i></span></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>Spray Muffin Tin or Spring Form Pan with Oil Spray</i></span></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>I love to using Muffin Liners and always line my Cake Pans with Parchment to ensure easy removal</i></span><br />
<i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Then pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients using a stir/fold type movement mix </span></i><br />
<i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">DO NOT over mix, a few little lumps will give the muffins character</span></i><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>Spoon into Muffin Tin or a seven or eight inch Spring Form Pan (this will make a lovely Breakfast Cake)</i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>Then dot with a few Chunks of Apples these will add texture too the Muffins or Cake</i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>Place in the oven on middle rack</i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>Bake muffins for 30 minutes and cake for 40 to 45 </i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>Test with skewer for doneness or tap with fingers and they should feel firm.</i></span></div><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>Remove cool and enjoy!</i></span></div><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000;"><i><br />
</i></span></span></div><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #cc0000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>Now a few ideas on Ingredients:</i></span></div><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>I like Eden Brand Soy/Rice Beverage. Should you choose Coconut Milk I would not use canned, instead try So Delicious Brand. Vanilla flavored is divine and usually found in the Dairy Case at most Natural Food Stores. It's only drawback is that it contains Cane Sugar and not everyone wants that in their diet.</i></span></div><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>I use Rice Syrup for a mild sweetening experience. Rice Syrup will also enters the bloodstream much slower then simple sugars so you will not have a blood sugar level crash thirty minutes after eating. Rice Syrup along with the addition of Cinnamon will keep your blood sugar levels balanced.</i></span></div><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>When considering Maple Syrup as an ingredient in any recipe remember it does add another dimension to the flavor. This can be favorable depending on the other ingredients. </i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>Try Toasted Walnuts, Apple and Maple</i></span><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Syrup, or Maple, Pecan and Peach! Oh! Raspberry, Coconut with Coconut Milk and Coconut Oil is a great combo as well! The beauty of this recipe is that you can have fun being creative. </span></i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #cc0000; font-size: large;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">I hope you enjoy this recipe and please post comments and questions. </span></i><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">I look forward to hearing from you!</span></i></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000;"><br />
</span></span></div></div>Jillian Lauren Lisitanohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03302875730117236376noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7257573917474698072.post-943059156008481422011-10-04T22:22:00.003-04:002011-10-06T07:44:51.898-04:00Red Kuri Squash Risotto<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-size: large;">Whenever Autumn arrives I feel a wave of sentimentality envelope me. My life in Italy so many years ago pulls at my heart strings. One of the first dishes my then, Fidanzato (boyfriend) taught me to make was his superb Risotto. We would make Risotto con Funghi (mushroom), Risotto con Bietole (swiss chard) and Risotto con Zucca (pumpkin). He would go through the steps with the same care he gave to his Son and all that he loved, so precious in his attentiveness. I dedicate this recipe to you Tino and to all you taught me! </span></i></span><br />
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</i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; color: #cc0000; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-size: large;">I have an abundance of Red Kuri Squash in my Garden. So this week I have decided to conjure up a Risotto using my Squash and fresh Sage from the Garden! I have made some adjustments omitting the Dairy and using South River Chickpea Miso for a golden cheesy flavor. I hope you enjoy this recipe, it comes from my Heart!</span></i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; color: #cc0000; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-size: large;"> </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-size: xx-small;"></span></i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhLDXFReqM-w4LqVl1lJgphvmGyOC7mqoJxUUhudZAgHFbsX26vzsz9YatMqPt_dtAIIjDRMuq7WJGkd_oFX_QAwbQGZ3EhTyVNZpvO0yylOgxNVadaHGrwaq93-Xh7AoNpEyEO8SZta2s/s1600/red+kuri2.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="150" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhLDXFReqM-w4LqVl1lJgphvmGyOC7mqoJxUUhudZAgHFbsX26vzsz9YatMqPt_dtAIIjDRMuq7WJGkd_oFX_QAwbQGZ3EhTyVNZpvO0yylOgxNVadaHGrwaq93-Xh7AoNpEyEO8SZta2s/s200/red+kuri2.JPG" width="200" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #cc0000; font-size: small;"><i></i></span></div><div style="color: #cc0000; font: normal normal normal 16px/normal Arial; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><i></i><br />
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</span></i></i></div><div style="color: #650101; font: normal normal normal 16px/normal Arial; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><i><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">2 Cups of Carnaroli, Arborio or Short Grain Brown Rice</span></i></i></div><div style="color: #650101; font: normal normal normal 16px/normal Arial; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><i><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">1 Large Yellow Onion small dice </span></i></i></div><div style="color: #650101; font: normal normal normal 16px/normal Arial; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><i><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">2 Garlic Cloves crushed and minced</span></i></i></div><div style="color: #650101; font: normal normal normal 16px/normal Arial; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><i><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">3 Cups of Red Kuri Squash cut in ½ inch cubes</span></i></i></div><div style="color: #650101; font: normal normal normal 16px/normal Arial; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><i><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">1 Cup White Wine, choose a Wine you would serve with the meal</span></i></i></div><div style="color: #650101; font: normal normal normal 16px/normal Arial; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><i><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">4 Cups of Homemade Vegetable Stock</span></i></i></div><div style="color: #650101; font: normal normal normal 16px/normal Arial; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><i><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">3 Tbl Organic First Cold Pressed Extra Virgin Olive Oil </span></i></i></div><div style="color: #650101; font: normal normal normal 16px/normal Arial; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><i><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">8 Fresh Sage Leaves finely minced</span></i></i></div><div style="color: #650101; font: normal normal normal 16px/normal Arial; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><i><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">¼ tsp Red Chili Pepper Flakes</span></i></i></div><div style="color: #650101; font: normal normal normal 16px/normal Arial; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><i><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">¼ tsp Fresh Grated Nutmeg</span></i></i></div><div style="color: #650101; font: normal normal normal 16px/normal Arial; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><i><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">2 Tbl of South River Chickpea Miso</span></i></i></div><div style="font-size: medium;"><i><i><br />
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<div style="color: #cc0000; font: 16.0px Arial; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #cc0000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><i><i>Instructions for Vegetable Stock:</i></i></span></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #cc0000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><i> </i></span><br />
<div style="font: normal normal normal 16px/normal Arial; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><i><i>To make the stock add 5 Cups Spring Water into a stock pot with 1 inch of Kombu Sea Vegetable and 1 Bay Leaf</i></i></span></div><div style="font: normal normal normal 16px/normal Arial; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><i><i>Add diced Sweet Vegetables like Cabbage, Carrots, Onions, Squash and 2 stalks of Celery</i></i></span></div><div style="font: normal normal normal 16px/normal Arial; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><i><i>Bring to a boil and simmer covered for 15 minutes</i></i></span></div><div style="font: normal normal normal 16px/normal Arial; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><i><i>Remove from heat and strain</i></i></span></div><div style="font: normal normal normal 16px/normal Arial; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><i><i>Place back in a pot and keep on a low simmer</i></i></span></div><div style="font: normal normal normal 16px/normal Arial; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #cc0000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><i><i><br />
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<div style="color: #650101; font: normal normal normal 16px/normal Arial; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><i><i>Saute Onion and Garlic in a Large Skillet with 2 Tbl of Olive Oil until the Onion is translucent</i></i></span></div><div style="color: #650101; font: normal normal normal 16px/normal Arial; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><i><i>Now add the Rice and saute for a few minutes with the Onion so the rice is coated in Oil</i></i></span></div><div style="color: #650101; font: normal normal normal 16px/normal Arial; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><i><i>Now add the White Wine and gently stir till the Wine is absorbed</i></i></span></div><div style="color: #650101; font: normal normal normal 16px/normal Arial; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><i><i>Next using a Ladle add 2 Ladles of Vegetable Stock to pan and stir</i></i></span></div><div style="color: #650101; font: normal normal normal 16px/normal Arial; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><i><i>As Broth is absorbed add a Ladle at a time and continue </i></i></span></div><div style="color: #650101; font: normal normal normal 16px/normal Arial; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><i><i>When only ¼ </i> of the stock is remaining add the cubed Squash, Chili Flakes and <i>½ of the minced Sage</i></i></span></div><div style="color: #650101; font: normal normal normal 16px/normal Arial; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><i><i>Taste the Rice as it is cooking it should be rice is firm not crunchy</i></i></span></div><div style="color: #650101; font: normal normal normal 16px/normal Arial; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><i><i>If you need to add more Vegetable Stock or Hot Water</i></i></span></div><div style="color: #650101; font: normal normal normal 16px/normal Arial; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><i><i>Reduce heat to low and add the last Tbl of Olive Oil and Miso</i></i></span></div><div style="color: #650101; font: normal normal normal 16px/normal Arial; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><i><i>Remove from heat, the Risotto should be Rich, Creamy and Fragrant</i></i></span></div><div style="color: #650101; font: normal normal normal 16px/normal Arial; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><i><i>Serve immediately with a sprinkle of the remaining minced Sage </i></i></span></div><div style="color: #650101; font: normal normal normal 16px/normal Arial; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><i><br />
</i></i></span></div><div style="font: normal normal normal 16px/normal Arial; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-size: large;">So in Italy we would serve this with a great bottle of Barbera direct from the local Farmer and finish with a Salad of Wild Greens usually collected by a family member, dressed with Olive oil and Lemon and Crusty Bread from the local </span></i></i></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-size: large;">Panificio! </span></i></i></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: arial, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000;"><span class="hps">Mi</span> <span class="hps">manca l'Italia</span> <span class="hps">e la mia</span> <span class="hps">dolce vita</span> <span class="hps">lì! (I miss Italy and my sweet life there!)</span></span></i></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000;"> </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #650101;"> </span></i></i></span></span></div><div style="color: #cc0000;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><i><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh5jrgfsqPctxjALSwlg9FHD1UlR4n62BBuohGzcSk-0zVugQlo78BLExu4y0CLOIyexrIMeBx3s4EVVpPVgxW9ow_rdvAX7snwG30pl0N_c6o83FyfSDPIElsZRpESzl5o8y4AWQHg8ig/s1600/Pear+Crisp.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh5jrgfsqPctxjALSwlg9FHD1UlR4n62BBuohGzcSk-0zVugQlo78BLExu4y0CLOIyexrIMeBx3s4EVVpPVgxW9ow_rdvAX7snwG30pl0N_c6o83FyfSDPIElsZRpESzl5o8y4AWQHg8ig/s1600/Pear+Crisp.jpg" /></a></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-size: x-large;">This is one of my favorite flavor combinations for this season. Crisp Pears, warming Spices and the surprise of Coconut Oil creates a flavor that will satisfy even the most discerning palate.</span></i></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000;">I</span></i></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000;">ngredients: </span></i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i> <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000;">4 pounds ripe Bosc Pears (8 Pears) </span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000;">2 tsp grated Orange Zest </span><br />
</i></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000;">2 Tbl freshly squeezed Orange Juice</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000;">1 Tbl Ginger Juice</span></i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000;">1 tsp Vanilla</span></i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000;">½ Cup Maple Syrup </span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000;">¼ Cup Whole Wheat Pastry or Barley Flour </span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000;">1 tsp Ground Cinnamon </span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000;">½ tsp Ground Nutmeg </span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000;">¼ tsp of Sea Salt</span></i></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000;">1 ½ Cups Whole Wheat Pastry or Barley Flour </span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000;">1 Cup Rolled Oats </span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000;">1 Cup Chopped Pecans (optional) </span><br />
</i></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000;">½ tsp Sea Salt</span></i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000;">1 tsp Vanilla </span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000;">½ Cup Maple Syrup </span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000;">½ Cup Coconut Oil melted or oil of your choice </span></i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><br />
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<div style="color: #650101; font: 13.0px Arial; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><i><i>Peel, core, and cut the Pears into Length wise slices.</i></i></span></div><div style="color: #650101; font: 13.0px Arial; margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><i><i>Place in a large bowl and add the Orange Zest, Orange and Ginger Juice, Vanilla, Maple Syrup, Flour, Cinnamon, and Nutmeg.</i></i></span></div><div style="font: normal normal normal 13px/normal Arial; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><div style="color: #650101;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><i><i>Toss together gently and pour into a 9 by 12 by 2-inch oval baking dish.</i></i></span></div><div style="color: #650101;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: black; font-family: Baskerville;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"></span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>Place the baking dish on a sheet pan cover with foil and bake for 40 minutes</i></span></span></div></div><div style="text-align: left;"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>Unwrap and bake for an additional 20 minutes until the top is golden and the fruit is bubbly</i></span></span></div></div><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-size: small;">Serve warm</span></i></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 14px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i> <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000;">2 3/4 cups unbleached white flour, sifted</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000;">2 teaspoons baking powder</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000;">1 teaspoon baking soda</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000;">1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000;">1 cup ground almonds</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #cc0000;">WET INGREDIENTS:</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000;">1 cup So Delicious vanilla coconut milk</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000;">1 cup grade B Vermont maple syrup</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000;">1/2 cup sunflower oil</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000;">1 tablespoon almond extract</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000;">1 teaspoon vanilla extract</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000;">1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 14px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000;">Heat oven to 350 degrees. Line a 10-inch spring-form pan with parchment, then oil.</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000;">Mix all wet ingredients and all dry ingredients separately, then combine. Be careful not to over mix or the sponge will become tough.</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000;">Bake for 30 minutes, or until your cake is golden and a skewer comes out clean.</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000;">Remove from oven and let cool for 30 minutes. Remove from pan and let cool for another hour. Carefully slice through cake horizontally to form two layers.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #cc0000;">FROSTING INGREDIENTS:</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000;"> </span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000;">1 1/2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips</span></i></span></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 14px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000;">2 12-ounce packages of silken extra-firm or firm Mori-Nu tofu</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000;">2 tsp Vanilla extract</span></i></span></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 14px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000;">Using a double boiler, bring water to boil in saucepan and fix a mixing bowl that fits in saucepan to melt the chocolate chips.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 14px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000;">Process tofu in a food processor till it resembles a smooth cream </span></i></span></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 14px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000;">You may need to scrape down the sides of the bowl to be sure the tofu is completely blended</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000;">When chocolate chips are melted, pour into tofu cream and continue blending in food processor</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 14px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #cc0000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>PRESENTATION:</i></span></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 14px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000;">Frost bottom layer of cake </span></i></span></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 14px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000;">Put top layer back in place </span></i></span></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 14px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000;">Frost top layer and finish by frosting the cake's parameter </span></i></span></span><br />
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<div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 14px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-size: large;">Decorate the parameter of cake with sliced or ground almonds </span></i></span></span></div><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 14px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-size: large;">and pipe swirls of the Tofu Mousse around edge if you like! </span></i></span></span></div><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"></div><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"></div><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><br />
</div><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #cc0000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: x-large; line-height: 20px;"><i>Bon Appétit!</i></span></div></div>Jillian Lauren Lisitanohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03302875730117236376noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7257573917474698072.post-84124636177193910822011-09-04T19:15:00.004-04:002011-09-04T22:11:02.738-04:00Nourishing Late Summer Dinner<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;"><i>As the days are growing shorter and our evenings are reminding us that Autumn is at our backs. I can't believe that it is Labor Day Weekend, where did Summer fly too? </i></span></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Friends will be over tonight for Dinner, so I want to make something flavorful and attractive. Combining my love for Mediterranean and Asian Cuisine, I bring you my humble attempt at Eurasian Fusion! </span></i></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Our Menu is a</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"> </span></i></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;"><i>Lentil Stew with Sun Dried Tomatoes and Herbs; </i></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;"><i>Shiitake Rice; </i></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;"><i>Swiss Chard and Shallots Saute; </i></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;"><i>Pickled Red Radishes and a </i></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;"><i>Blanched Salad!</i></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;"><i>We will be Dinning Al Fresco so don't forget your Wrap!</i></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;"><i><br />
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</i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #e06666; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Lentil Stew with Sun</span></i></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #e06666; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">dried Tomatoes and Herbs</span></i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #cc0000; font-size: small;"><br />
</span></i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #cc0000; font-size: small;">Ingredients:</span></i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><i>2 Cups Brown Lentils sorted, rinsed and drained</i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><i>1/2 Cup of Sundried Tomatoes soaked overnight, drained and diced (save the soaking water for cooking lentils)</i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><i>1 inch piece of Kombu Sea Vegetable soaked and Diced </i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><i>1 Large Onion diced</i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><i>2 Cloves of Garlic minced</i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><i>1 </i></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><i>Cup of d</i></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><i>iced Carrots </i></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><i>2 Stalks of Celery diced</i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><i>2 Bay Leaves</i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><i>1 tsp of Fresh Thyme minced</i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><i>1/2 tsp of fresh Ground Black Pepper</i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><i>1/4 Cup Olive Oil</i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><i>2 Tbl Tamari</i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><i>Italian Parsley for Garnish</i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><i><br />
</i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #cc0000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><i>Method:</i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><i>In a large sauce pan add 1 Tbl of Olive oil (reserve the rest for later) </i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><i>Add your Onions, Garlic, Carrots and Celery and Saute for a few minutes</i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><i>Add Kombu, Lentils, Diced Sundried Tomatoes, Herbs </i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><i>Add water to cover and this will include the soaking water from the Sundried Tomatoes</i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><i>Bring to a low boil (add water to shock the Lentils when needed) </i></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><i>cover and simmer </i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><i>When Lentils are tender add the Tamari and simmer for an additional 7 minutes</i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><i>Mix in Olive Oil the last few minutes of cooking (optional, but yummy)</i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><i>Garnish with Parsley</i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #cc0000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><i> </i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg96paEf2dVT8JRhmVbWYgBpmfxPb-xQ4vmMNnNHnm6kjWyDrWl_E_VjUs8exjiDAxlKMZmc_7p8z4pLsTVZvFM-EYNG0Dckdhw1AW-09LFeufww24-WcFky3x9HS4RPyINFWaKyZf_7sQ/s1600/Shiitake+Rice.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="149" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg96paEf2dVT8JRhmVbWYgBpmfxPb-xQ4vmMNnNHnm6kjWyDrWl_E_VjUs8exjiDAxlKMZmc_7p8z4pLsTVZvFM-EYNG0Dckdhw1AW-09LFeufww24-WcFky3x9HS4RPyINFWaKyZf_7sQ/s200/Shiitake+Rice.jpg" width="200" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #cc0000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><i><br />
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</i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #cc0000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><i>Ingredients:</i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><i>2 Cups Golden Rose (med. grain) Brown Rice, rinsed and drained</i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><i>5 Dried Shiitake Mushrooms Soaked in 2 Cups of Water</i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><i>1 inch piece of Kombu </i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><i>2 Tbl Tamari</i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><i>Pinch of Himalayan Pink Salt</i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><i>4 Cups Water, this includes leftover soaking water from the Shiitake</i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><i>1 Finely sliced Scallion for Garnish</i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><i><br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #cc0000;">Method:</span></i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><i>Place Kombu in bottom of Pot </i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><i>Place Rice on top of the Kombu</i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; text-align: left;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><i>Add Liquid and soak for 4 to 8 hours </i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><i>Remove stems from Shiitake and sliced or diced</i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><i>Bring to a boil add Tamari and Salt</i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><i>Cover and s</i></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><i>et on a pre-heated Flame Diffuser </i></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><i>(to prevent sticking) </i></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><i>on a </i></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><i>medium low flame </i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><i>Cook for 50 Minutes</i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><i><br />
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</i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #e06666; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;"><i>Swiss Chard and Shallot Saute</i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #cc0000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><i>Ingredients:</i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><i>2 Bunches of Swiss Chard washed and cut</i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><i>4 Shallots peeled and sliced </i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><i>1 Tbl Olive Oil</i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><i>Sea Salt and Fresh Ground Black Pepper to taste</i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><i>Zest of 1 Organic Lemon</i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><i><br />
</i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #cc0000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><i>Method:</i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><i>Heat Oil in Large Saute pan</i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><i>Add Shallots and saute with a pinch of Sea Salt for 1 Minute</i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><i>Add Swiss Chard and Saute on a Medium to High Flame for 2 Minutes</i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><i>Turn off flame, add Lemon Zest and Toss</i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #cc0000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><i><br />
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</i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #cc0000;">Method:</span></i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><i>Place Radishes in an impeccably clean Mason Jar</i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><i>Mix 1/4 Cup of Umeboshi Vinegar with 2 cups of Spring Water</i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><i>Pour over your Radishes (be sure all radishes are submerged)</i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><i>Cover Mason Jar with Cheese Cloth, fasten with a rubber band or twine</i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><i>Leave in a cool dry place for 3 Days if mold forms on top, carefully remove with spoon</i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><i>Place covered jar in fridge and enjoy for a week to 10 days </i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #cc0000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><i>*If you are not expecting guests halve or quarter the recipe </i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #cc0000;"><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;"><i>While living in Italy, one late summer day, I was entertaining the thought of what to serve my guests for a lunch. I so wanted to impress them with my Cannellini Bean Stew graced with the addition of Sage, a Tuscan classic. </i></span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-size: x-small;">4 Cups of Cooked Cannellini Beans</span></i></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-size: x-small;">1 Tbl Umeboshi Paste</span></i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-size: x-small;">1 Tbl Chickpea Miso</span></i></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;"><i>2 Tbl of Fresh Sage</i></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;"><i>4 Cups of Fresh Cooked or Canned Cannellini Beans Rinsed and Drained</i></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;"><i>Then add the Tahini, Umeboshi Paste and Chickpea Miso and Puree</i></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;"><i>Serve with an assortment of Olives, fresh loaves of Bread, a tray of crisp </i></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 24px;"><span apple_mouseover_highlight="1"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;"><i>Crudités</i></span></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;"><i> and don't forget the Vino!</i></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #e06666; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-large;">Enjoy </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">and celebrate</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-large;"> La Dolce Vita!</span></i></span></div>
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Jillian Lauren Lisitanohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03302875730117236376noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7257573917474698072.post-75932993578962530242011-08-26T11:50:00.006-04:002011-08-27T15:20:54.068-04:00Nourishing Quinoa Salad<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">As August is coming to an end, I cannot alleviate my desire to hang on to Summer just a bit longer. Grain Salads are a favorite at my table during the warmer seasons. So I bring you a refreshing addition to enjoy at Lunch or Dinner. This Quinoa </span></i></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Salad travels well to Work, School or Play and it is Gluten-Free. Consider this for your last Picnic of the Season this Labor Day Weekend! </span></i></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #cc0000; font-size: x-large;">Quinoa Salad</span></i></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;"><i>1 Cup of Quinoa</i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;"><i>4 3/4 Cups Spring Water</i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;"><i>1 pinch of Sea Salt</i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;"><i>2 Tbl Red Onion Diced</i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;"><i>1 Red Onion Sliced into Fine Rounds</i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;"><i>1 Tbl Fresh Basil, Mint,Thyme, Parsley or Cilantro</i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;"><i>1 Cup Cucumber Small Dice</i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;"><i>1 Cup Cherry Tomatoes Halved (optional)</i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;"><i>I Tbl Lemon or Orange Zest</i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;"><i>3 Tbl Olive Oil</i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;"><i>3Tbl Umeboshi Vinegar</i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;">4 Cups of Baby Greens</span></i></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-size: x-small;">Soak Quinoa in 3 Cups of Spring Water for 20 minutes this will release the </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-size: x-small;">*saponin coating </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-size: x-small;">on the Quinoa</span></i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-size: x-small;">After 20 minutes, massage Quinoa in the soaking water and rinse several times and drain</span></i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-size: x-small;">If you choose to you can soak the Quinoa the remaining 1 3/4 Cups of Spring Water </span></i></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-size: x-small;">*see below</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-size: x-small;"> </span></i></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-size: x-small;">Bring to a boil add your pinch of Sea Salt, Cover and simmer on very low flame for approximately 20 minutes</span></i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-size: x-small;">Turn off, fluff and leave covered for 5 more minutes</span></i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-size: x-small;">Remove Quinoa from the pot and place on a baking sheet to cool</span></i></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-size: x-small;">Marinate the Onion Rounds in a bowl with 2 Tbl of Ume Vinegar for 20 minutes</span></i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-size: x-small;">Rinse onions and place on an impeccably clean Tea Towel to drain</span></i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-size: x-small;">The additional Tbl of Ume Vinegar will be reserved for the salad dressing</span></i></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-size: x-small;">Once the Quinoa has reached room temperature, place in a Large Bowl and add:</span></i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-size: x-small;">Diced Onion, Herbs, Cherry Tomatoes, Lemon or Orange Zest,Olive Oil and Ume Vinegar</span></i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-size: x-small;">TOSS GENTLY</span></i></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-size: x-small;"> and let sit for 15 Minutes in Fridge </span></i></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-size: x-small;">Choose a pretty shaped Cup or Glass, fill with Quinoa Salad and gently pat down to secure shape for unmolding</span></i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;"><i>Unmold onto a Bed of Baby Greens</i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;"><i>Garnish with a pile of marinated Red Onions</i></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>* <span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 19px;">Quinoa </span></i></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 20px;">(“KEEN-wah”) </span></i></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 19px;">grains or seeds have a saponin coating in nature. This coating is a natural defense for the plant from birds eating the seeds. The saponin creates a bitter taste that the birds hate, and most people do as well. Further, the soapiness of saponin acts as a laxative when eaten. So an important step to preparing Quinoa is removing the saponin coating by washing or rinsing.</span></i></span><br />
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</i></span></div>Jillian Lauren Lisitanohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03302875730117236376noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7257573917474698072.post-64298933234601472932011-08-21T17:49:00.001-04:002011-08-21T19:32:51.641-04:00Nourishing Blanched Salad<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12px;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000;">A blanched salad is a combination of vegetables that are crisp with upward rising energy. During the blanching process the vegetables turn bright colors, due to the water soluble vitamins B and C coming to the surface. Please vary your salad with seasonal vegetables and enjoy it several time a week. Serve this with your favorite dressing or try it with the Orange Umeboshi dressing recipe listed below</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000;">.</span></span></i></span><br />
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</tbody></table><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #cc0000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><i>Ingredients: </i></span></div></div><div style="font: normal normal normal 12px/normal Helvetica; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><i>4 Cups Spring water</i></span></div></div><div style="font: normal normal normal 12px/normal Helvetica; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><i>1 Cup Summer Squash Cut in 1/2 inch Diagonals</i></span></div></div><div style="font: normal normal normal 12px/normal Helvetica; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">1 Cup Broccoli cut into </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Florets</span></span></i></div></div><div style="font: normal normal normal 12px/normal Helvetica; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;">1 Cup Leeks sliced in 1 inch Diagonals </span></i></div></div><div style="font: normal normal normal 12px/normal Helvetica; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><i>1 Cup of Radishes cut in Halves</i></span></div><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br />
</span></div><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #cc0000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><i>Method:</i></span></div></div><div style="font: normal normal normal 12px/normal Helvetica; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><i>Fill saucepan with Water and bring to a boil</i></span></div><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>Add Summer Squash and cook for 1 Minute</i></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>, remove with slotted spoon or Mesh strainer and place on a plate</i></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i> </i></span></span></div></div><div style="font: normal normal normal 12px/normal Helvetica; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>Add </i></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>Broccoli Florets </i></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>and cook for 2 Minutes, remove with slotted spoon or Mesh strainer and place on a plate to cool</i></span></span></div></div><div style="font: normal normal normal 12px/normal Helvetica; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><i>Add Leeks and cook for 1Minutes, remove with slotted spoon or Mesh strainer and place on a plate to cool</i></span></div></div><div style="font: normal normal normal 12px/normal Helvetica; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><i>Add 1 Tbl of Umeboshi Vinegar to water, bring back to a boil </i></span></div></div><div style="font: normal normal normal 12px/normal Helvetica; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Add Radishes and cook for 3 Minutes, r</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">emove with slotted spoon or Mesh strainer and place on a plate to cool</span></span></i></div></div><div style="font: normal normal normal 12px/normal Helvetica; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #cc0000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;"><i><br />
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</span></i></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #cc0000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;"><i>Miso Soup</i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi9otwoREHn6xjPoVlNBF3Y6HcRYozuu6DMaUNX9hCXHO_9OJP6dpNpj21oejBRywpKQ1EuU3oV1yRaN6-R2QnIUIxgAZrp6bb3qo76_pxPvpmwOykT2GO0SiaLcOxWtxESzfGLkyQvLKU/s1600/Miso+Soup.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="182" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi9otwoREHn6xjPoVlNBF3Y6HcRYozuu6DMaUNX9hCXHO_9OJP6dpNpj21oejBRywpKQ1EuU3oV1yRaN6-R2QnIUIxgAZrp6bb3qo76_pxPvpmwOykT2GO0SiaLcOxWtxESzfGLkyQvLKU/s200/Miso+Soup.jpg" width="200" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #cc0000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Ingredients:</span></i></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">2 cups spring or filtered water</span><br />
<div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>1 inch strip of wakame, soaked in cold water for 5-10 minutes</i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>2 inches of Daikon, cut into thin Half Moons</i></span><br />
<span style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>1/4 cup of Leek sliced into thin Diagonals</i></span><br />
<span style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>1 to 2 tsp South River Barley Miso</i></span><br />
<span style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>1/4cup of Tofu cut into small cubes (optional)</i></span><br />
<span style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>1/8 cup of Scallions thinly sliced </i><br />
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<i style="color: #660000;">Place soup pot on stove with water and bring to a boil.</i><br />
<i style="color: #660000;">Remove Wakame from soaking water, cut into 1/2 inch squares</i><br />
<i style="color: #660000;">Add to soup pot and simmer for 1 Minute</i><br />
<i style="color: #660000;">Add Daikon simmer for 2 Minutes</i></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i style="color: #660000;">Add the leeks and Tofu simmer for 1 more minute</i></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i style="color: #660000;">Dilute miso into a small amount of soup stock, mixing in bowl until smooth</i></span></div><div><div><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000;"><i>Turn off heat and add diluted miso just before </i></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>serving </i></span></div></div><div></div><div></div><div></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-style: italic;">Miso should be heated all the way through but not boiled, as boiling will destroy beneficial bacteria and enzymes</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br />
</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-style: italic;">*Garnish with thinly sliced Scallions</span></span><br />
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<div><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #cc0000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Grain Porridge</span></i><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000;">1 cup precooked organic short or medium grain Brown Rice</span></i></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000;">Other choices could be Cooked Barley, Millet, Whole Oats</span></i></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000;">2 cups water</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000;">Vegetables: Winter Squash, Celery, Daikon, Corn (optional)</span><br />
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</span></i></span></div><div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #cc0000;">Directions:</span></i></span></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>Place the cooked rice in a sauce pan. </i></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000;">Pour water in the pot </span></i></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000;">If you are adding the Vegetables place them in the pot add Rice and Water </span></i></span></div><div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000;">Cover and bring to a boil. Reduce flame and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes until creamy. </span></i></span></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000;">*Garnish with Toasted Sesame, Pumpkin or Sunflower Seed</span></i></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-size: large;"><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000;">Steamed, Blanched or Water Saute for a few minutes. You want your Greens to be crisp and bright. From the energetic stand point, we eat greens in the morning because they are upward growing and this is exactly the type of energy we need to get up and go. Greens will also add lightness to your meal.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-size: large;">Next time a balanced Macrobiotic Lunch! </span></i></span></div><div></div><div></div><div></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><br />
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</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large; line-height: 17px;">Fresh Fruit Compote</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #cc0000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Ingredients:</span></i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Baskerville;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">1 cup of each, Strawberries, Blueberries, Blackberries, </span></i></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Baskerville;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">4 Cups of Sliced Peaches</span></i></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Baskerville;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">1 Tbl of Agave, </span></i></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Baskerville;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">1 Tbl of Water </span></i></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Baskerville;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">1 Tsp of Orange Flower Water </span></i></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Baskerville;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">1/2 tsp of Vanilla Extract</span></i></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Baskerville;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br />
</span></i></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #cc0000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Method:</span></i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Wash the Blueberries, Strawberries, Blackberries and Peaches </span></i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Removed the pit from the Peaches and sliced into half moons</span></i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Place all the Fruit in a Large Glass Bowl </span></i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">In a Small Bowl add the Agave, Water Orange Flower Water and Vanilla Extract</span></i><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"> </span></i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Toss together to coat Fruit with Marinade </span></i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;"><i>The Fruit Compote was served after Dinner with a large dollop of Cashew Cream. It was quite Simple, Refreshing, and Nourishing!</i></span></div></div></div></div></div>Jillian Lauren Lisitanohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03302875730117236376noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7257573917474698072.post-51614694448927150812011-08-06T07:04:00.004-04:002011-08-06T18:37:48.169-04:00Nourishing Zucchini Capellini<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;"><i>Mary, Mary quite contrary, how does your Garden Grow? With Zucchini and Basil, Cherry Tomatoes and Garlic, Edible Flowers and... Ah, yes, my lush Garden is finally here, in full bloom and I am in rapture! </i></span></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;"><i>I love the fact that I can serve mountainous piles of this glorious vegetable and not worry whether my guests have a wheat allergy or if they are counting calories. This is such a great way to get more vegetables on our plates. By simply running </i></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;"><i>Zucchini </i></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">through a spiralizer you too can produce this light Angel Hair Pasta or in Italian, Capellini.</span></i></span></span><br />
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</span></i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Ingredients:</span></i></div><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000;">8 Large Zucchini</span></span></i><br />
<i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000;">4 Cups of Fresh Basil stems removed</span></span></i><br />
<i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000;">2 Cloves of Garlic</span></span></i><br />
<i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000;">1/2 Cup of Extra Virgin first Cold Pressed Olive Oil</span></span></i><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>2 Tbl South River Chickpea Miso</i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>2 tsp of Umeboshi Vinegar</i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>1 Cup of Pumpkin Seeds</i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>1/2 Tsp Sea Salt </i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>Fresh Crushed Black Pepper</i></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>Trim and Cut Zucchini in halves so the pieces will fit in the Spiralizer and turn handle clockwise. Be sure to use the blade with the teeth so you form long Capellini like strands.</i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>Add the Basil, Olive Oil, Garlic, Miso and the Umeboshi Vinegar to your Blender and blend.</i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>Toss your Pesto and Angel Hair Zucchini in a Large Bowl then mound on serving dishes.</i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>In a Mini Food Processor add your Pumpkin Seeds and Sea Salt and Grind up and sprinkle over each dish, this takes the place of Cheese and adds a wonderful texture as well. Add a quick twist of Fresh Black Pepper and you have before you a Fresh Living Nourishing Meal!</i></span><br />
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<div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg0EeghZto4SzRBceGGcgOmXys5DoBsA0CoDBy4j3YBDq2qvGQN1K7xCOKyJsKGoehbvfPsRv6kruM_Ex88GQZSuxWHizlGXvvwOfzE4y9KKlfNAQlV5MP6h-FLcASSfJI7sl8whCgqMAU/s1600/Zucchini+Capellini+on+fork.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="159" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg0EeghZto4SzRBceGGcgOmXys5DoBsA0CoDBy4j3YBDq2qvGQN1K7xCOKyJsKGoehbvfPsRv6kruM_Ex88GQZSuxWHizlGXvvwOfzE4y9KKlfNAQlV5MP6h-FLcASSfJI7sl8whCgqMAU/s200/Zucchini+Capellini+on+fork.jpg" width="200" /></a></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>Garnish:</i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>Cherry Tomatoes sliced into halves, </i></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>Edible Flowers of your choice, and a </i></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i> Drizzle of your finest Olive Oil</i></span><br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiKt-gg8IbOHz2CJgqbNJopzJmjguOhwZdrQWCJMqpAyBaUoFMWYnpQLuz2EmNj5ilU4X6QRW6vDFHesWrS-F34EPn_-icCmaJpXDQkPDeBxOMdPouX9SeQ0ZCmtMvQ1hcLYHsC-Gbu9dE/s1600/Edible+Flowers-1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><i><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiKt-gg8IbOHz2CJgqbNJopzJmjguOhwZdrQWCJMqpAyBaUoFMWYnpQLuz2EmNj5ilU4X6QRW6vDFHesWrS-F34EPn_-icCmaJpXDQkPDeBxOMdPouX9SeQ0ZCmtMvQ1hcLYHsC-Gbu9dE/s1600/Edible+Flowers-1.jpg" /></i></a></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>Zucchini:</i></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: 12px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: arial, helvetica, serif;"> i</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>s a good source of Protein, Vitamin A, Thiamin, Niacin, Phosphorus and Copper, and a very good source of Dietary Fiber, Vitamin C, Vitamin K, Riboflavin, Vitamin B6, Folate, Magnesium, Potassium and Manganese.</i></span></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000;">Basil:</span> </i></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: arial, helvetica, serif; font-size: 12px;"><i>is a good source of Protein, Vitamin E (Alpha Tocopherol), Riboflavin and Niacin, and a very good source of Dietary Fiber, Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Vitamin K, Vitamin B6, Folate, Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, Phosphorus, Potassium, Zinc, Copper and Manganese.</i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>Pumpkin Seeds:</i></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: arial, helvetica, serif; font-size: 12px;"><i style="color: #990000;"> </i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000;"><i>a</i></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: arial, helvetica, serif; font-size: 12px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000;"><i>re a good source of Protein, Potassium, Magnesium and Zinc.</i></span></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000;">Olive Oil: </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-size: x-small;">Mediterranean Diet studies have long associated olive oil intake with decreased risk of heart disease. However, a recent group of studies has provided us with a fascinating explanation of olive oil's cardioprotective effect. One of the key polyphenols in olive oil - hydroxytyrosol (HT) - helps protect the cells that line our blood vessels from being damaged by overly reactive oxygen molecules. HT helps protect the blood vessel cells by triggering changes at a genetic level. The genetic changes triggered by HT help the blood vessel cells to enhance their antioxidant defense system. In other words, olive oil supports our blood vessels not only by providing antioxidants like like vitamin E and beta-carotene. Olive oil also provides our blood vessels with unique molecules like HT that actually work at a genetic level to help the cellular walls of the blood vessels remain strong.</span></i></span><br />
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<div style="margin: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 18px;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-size: large;">The Organ Pair which is associated with the Season of Summer is Heart/Small Intestine</span></i></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; line-height: 18px;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000; font-size: large;"> </span></i></span></div><div style="margin: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-border-horizontal-spacing: 3px; -webkit-border-vertical-spacing: 3px;"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000;">Corn has a light, expansive, calming energy, particularly suited to hot summer days. Traditionally the grain used by Native Americans, Corn (Maize) is a grain to emphasize in the warmer months as it </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000;">nourishes the heart and small intestines</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000;">, the organ pair rule by the Suns Fiery Energy</span></i></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-border-horizontal-spacing: 3px; -webkit-border-vertical-spacing: 3px; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 18px;">.</span></span></i></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-border-horizontal-spacing: 3px; -webkit-border-vertical-spacing: 3px; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #990000;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 18px;"><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 18px;"><i>2 Large Vidalia Onion small dice</i></span></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 18px;"><i>2 Cloves of Garlic minced fine</i></span></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 18px;"><i>2 Tbl Olive Oil</i></span></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 18px;"><i>1/4 tsp Sea Salt </i></span></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 18px;"><i>3 Cups of Broth made by Boiling your Corn cobs for 15 minutes with a 1inch piece of Kombu Sea Vegetable </i></span></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 18px;"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000;">or break in half, </span></i></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; line-height: 18px;"><i>bring to a Boil and simmer for 15 minutes, then strain</i></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; line-height: 18px;"><i>In a Saute pan I saute the Garlic and Onions in Olive Oil and Sea Salt over a med/low flame until they are transparent</i></span></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 18px;"><i>Remove from stove and Pour 1/3 of the Corn mixture into a blender, blend and add leftover broth that we put aside when needed. This will help you decide just how thick and creamy you want your Chowder</i></span></span><br />
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</div><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 18px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Some Nutritional Benefits of Corn include being </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 18px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">a good source of many nutrients including thiamin (vitamin B1), pantothenic acid (vitamin B5), folate, dietary fiber, vitamin C, phosphorus and manganese. </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 18px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Corn's contribution to heart health lies not just in its fiber, but in the significant amounts of folate that corn supplies. As for the connection to the Small Intestine the Folic Acid in Corn supports the health of the Small Intestine which is beneficial to us all and it is </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 18px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">crucially important for people who deal with Celiac and Crones Disease.</span></span></i><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 18px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>Folate, which you may know about as a B-vitamin needed to prevent birth defects, also helps to lower levels of homocysteine, an amino acid that is an intermediate product in an important metabolic process called the methylation cycle. Homocysteine can directly damage blood vessels, so elevated blood levels of this dangerous molecule are an independent risk factor for heart attack, stroke, or peripheral vascular disease, and are found in between 20-40% of patients with heart disease. It has been estimated that consumption of 100% of the daily value (DV) of folate would, by itself, reduce the number of heart attacks suffered by Americans each year by 10%. Folate-rich diets are also associated with a reduced risk of colon cancer. A cup of corn supplies 19.0% of the DV for folate. </i></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #660000; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; line-height: 18px;"><i>In addition to its thiamin, corn is a good source of pantothenic acid. This B vitamin is necessary for carbohydrate, protein and lipid metabolism. Pantothenic acid is an especially valuable B-vitamin when you're under stress since it supports the function of the adrenal glands. A cup of corn supplies 14.4% of the daily value for pantothenic acid. </i></span><br />
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</i></span></div>Jillian Lauren Lisitanohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03302875730117236376noreply@blogger.com0