Sweet Potato Lentil Stew

4 C. fat-free veggie broth (organic & low sodium) 3 c. cubed sweet potatoes, peeled 1 1/2 c. lentils, rinsed 3 med. Carrots cut into 1” pcs 1 med onion, diced 4 garlic cloves ¾ tsp ground cumin 1/2 tsp ground ginger ¼ tsp cayenne pepper   ¼ tsp sea salt (add salt just before serving) ¼ c. minced fresh cilantro or parsley (add just before serving)   Combine and cook first nine ingredients in slow cooker for 5-6 hours or on the stove for about 45 minutes until lentils are soft. You can blend for a smooth creamy soup or eat as is. Stir in cilantro and…

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Mango Bliss Balls

These treats are delicious for dessert or breakfast! The original recipe called for dried apricots but since I had dried mango on hand, I substituted.  Be sure to use organic for all ingredients as conventional fruits and nuts contains toxic preservatives. Nuts, especially walnuts, can also contain BHT as a preservative which has to been linked to increased risk of cancer. Dried fruits may contain sulphur dioxide (sulfites) which has been linked to respiratory issues.  The #1 Rule is to read ingredient labels and buy organic! 1 c of dried organic apricots or mango 1 c. pitted dates 1/2 c raw organic almonds 1/2 c raw organic cashews 1/2…

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Walnut Oil Vinaigrette Dressing

Want an deliciously different and healthier option for salad dressing with a few simple ingredients? Try walnut oil which is packed with an average of 1.77 g of Omega 3 per serving (1 Tbs). A Tablespoon of walnut oil contains about the same amount of omegas as a wild salmon fillet.  Walnut oil has a 12 month shelf life and recommended that it be refrigerated after opening. 4 Tbs of walnut oil 1 Tbs of balsamic vinegar 1 tsp of dijon mustard Dash of pink Himalayan sea salt Combine all ingredients and enjoy!

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Sweet & Sour Chicken with Brown Rice

Planning is the key to success when the goal is improving your health. Slow-cooking is an easy way to plan your week with healthy meals. Plan ahead by making one crockpot meal and one stovetop meal on the weekend to ensure you have good options throughout the week. This reduces the temptation to stop and grab fast food. 1 lb chopped organic carrots 1 medium white onion, chopped 6 oz organic skinless, boneless chicken breasts or thighs 2 cups of chopped pineapple 1/3 cup brown sugar 1 Tbsp nonGMO low-sodium Soy sauce or Bragg's Liquid Aminos 1/4 tsp of pink Himalayan salt salt 1/2 tsp ground ginger 1/4 tsp…

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Walnut Burgers!

Since I love the flavor of walnuts and the amazing health benefits (omega-3s), I am extremely excited about these "burgers". It's also a great way to create a Meatless Monday or any meatless day. 1 cup chopped organic walnuts (or BHT free) 3/4 cup of cooked garbanzo beans or lentils 1/3 cup of ground raw oatmeal or gluten-free bread crumbs 1 tsp smoked paprika 1 TBS Bragg's Liquid Aminos (healthy nonGMO alternative to soy sauce) 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes 1 TBS of apple cider vinegar 1-2 cloves of garlic 1 organic egg Place all the ingredients, except the egg, in a Vitamix or food processor and blend. Bake…

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Buffalo Chicken Quinoa Salad

My son made this for me on Mother's Day which was a wonderful gift! For a meatless version, you could easily substitute tofu, tempeh or just omit the chicken as it would still be delicious.  Serve the salad room temperature or chilled. As always, be sure the ingredients are organic, or grown without pesticides and nonGMO. 1/2 cup of diced celery 3/4 cup of grated carrot 3/4 cup shredded cabbage 2 tsp minced garlic 3 cups of cooked quinoa 1 1/3 c cooked and diced organic chicken 1/4 cup diced green onion 1/4 c Buffalo wing sauce 1/2 T lemon juice 1/2 tsp sea salt (pink Himalayan is my…

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Edamame & Soy Dipping Sauce

Organic Edamame (nonGMO soybeans) are a great snack full of nutrition. The key is that that must be organic or nonGMO to be healthy or safe.  A 2/3 cup serving contains 120 calories, 4 gram of fiber, 10 grams of protein, 10% calcium, 10% iron and 20% Vitamin C! We purchase the frozen version which is most readily available and prepare as stated below. These make a great snack or lunch entree! Cook edamame in 4 cups of purified boiling water on medium-high heat for 3 minutes. Drain and season with pink Himalayan/Celtic Salt or with the Soy Dipping Sauce below.  To eat, split the pod with your fingers…

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Garlic Potato Soup

Garlic Potato Soup
Garlic Potato Soup

I can't be the only one who loves Garlic Potato Soup, right? I've never been a fan of milk-based soups so I wanted to create a broth-based version of potato soup. The only way I like warm milk (and I only drink plant-based) is swimming in cocoa! This soup is simple to make and really warms you from the inside out. And on a cold, snowy day like today, I need that. Hello frozen toes! Your local grocery store should have everything you need for this soup. If you can't find the wakame, don't worry. It's optional! I love to add sea vegetables for the salty flavor and nutritional…

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Garlic Potato Soup (vegan)

Garlic Potato Soup (vegan)
Garlic Potato Soup

I've never been a fan of milk-based soups so wanted to create a broth-based version of potato soup. Because the only way I like warm milk (and I only drink plant-based) is swimming in cocoa! On a cold snowy day like today, this soup was simple to make and really warms you inside.  Most of the ingredients you should have available besides the wakame which is optional. I love to add sea vegetables for the salty flavor and nutritional benefits such as iodine, magnesium, calcium, iron, Vitamin D and more. 6-8 cloves of organic garlic, (I chopped the larger cloves but left the smaller ones whole) 5-6 large…

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Lazy Cabbage Rolls

One of my favorite foods that mom used to make was stuffed cabbage rolls. She called them galumpkis which is a traditional polish dish.  Yes, I'm half Polish and half Czech so I've heard most of the jokes over my lifetime! The original version is quite time consuming so I was thrilled when my sister shared her "lazy" version of them. This is a great dish to keep you warm in the winter or any time you need an easy meal! Ingredients: 1 pound grass-fed ground beef 1/2 onion, chopped 2-3 cloves of garlic, minced 1 cup brown rice 2 small cartons of organic tomato soup 1 medium head of…

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