The Pesto Torta holds up well for big events, keeping at room temperature for hours. It can be assembled the day before, and the pesto can be made ahead of time, as it stores well in the freezer. Serve with crackers or sliced baguettes, and if there happens to be any left over, it will…
Gelatin is a common ingredient in mousses, but some object to the flavor. This creamy dessert is held together using coconut oil instead, which firms up some when cooled. This mousse melts in your mouth! For an extra light dessert, chill a can of coconut cream; whip half of it and fold it into the…
Baking is one of the easiest ways to prepare fish. For a quick meal, set on a bed of grated carrots and zucchini (or other favorites). Being grated, the veggies will cook about as quickly as the fish; the whole package can be wrapped in foil (or parchment), and popped in the oven. I’ve also…
Add boiling water, salt, and virgin olive oil to those dried chipotle peppers, to make a great infused oil. Add color, flavor, and nutrients to any dish! (Skip the junk found in most “chipotle” products.)
It’s great to have a simple, refreshing, natural punch recipe on hand when feeding a crowd. This non-alcoholic, healthy punch recipe still tastes great. And it’s HFCS-free! (No high fructose corn syrup, that is.) Change it up by using different frozen juice concentrates, although the raspberry is very delicious. Serves 6-8, but multiplies easily. INGREDIENTS…
I love this quick, easy recipe- it makes a perfect Christmas gift from the kitchen, too. If you’re interested in making more homemade Christmas gifts, I also have a popular recipe for fudge, here, and homemade skin care gift ideas here, plus a gingerbread ornament craft here. This toffee’s even alright for those on gluten-free…
Here’s a version of the classic broccoli salad; a great dish for picnics and potlucks. Broccoli is one of those cruciferous, healthy veggies, so a tasty recipe that helps people eat it up is perfect. Serves 10. INGREDIENTS 1/2 c. mayonnaise 1 TBS. sugar 1 TBS. white vinegar 6 c. fine-chopped broccoli 2/3 c. raisins,…
Help your budget, saving time & money by making healthy mixes from scratch. Add one “mix” to recipes, instead of adding ten separate ingredients each time!
Chili can be a fun dish for a crowd, as guests can add their own favorite toppings (cheese, chopped jalapenos, cilantro and such). This recipe includes directions for making chili powder, as many store-bought mixes contain MSG and other questionable additives. One might even leave the meat and cheese out of this recipe, to make…
Rich with raw cacao nibs, this nourishing snack satisfies the chocoholic seeking health. The coconut oil (or cream) used in this is also rich in MCTs (medium-chain-triglycerides), which are a great fuel for the brain. Use virgin coconut oil or other fine products from specialty and health food stores: “coconut cream concentrate”, “coconut spread” or…
