I have a show opening in 2 weeks and I am rarely home. My Saturdays have been taken up working on getting my set done. This past week it was ok. I was able to get a little prep work down so I could have the veggies I wanted for breakfast and lunch... this past… Continue reading Another week of Progress
Tag: health
Wendy’s Chocolate Peanut-butter Mousse
Servings: 4 Ingredients 14-oz package of silken tofu 1/3 c natural creamy peanut butter 6 Tsp natural maple syrup (sometimes I use honey) 1/4 c cocoa powder nuts and raspberry for garnish Directions Puree tofu, peanut butter, maple syrup, cocoa powder in a blender or food processor until smooth. Divide into serving dishes and refrigerate… Continue reading Wendy’s Chocolate Peanut-butter Mousse
Asparagus and Sunny Side up Eggs over Grits
Ingredients 1 c grits 4 c water 1/4 c vegan mozzarella cheese 1 pound fresh asparagus 3 green onions 1 clove garlic, minced lemon juice, lemon zest 2 eggs salt and pepper to taste Directions Combine grits and water in a pan and bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer until done; stir in… Continue reading Asparagus and Sunny Side up Eggs over Grits
Fire Cider Tonic
Prep time: 10 minutes This is a great way to fight flu and cold season and give your immune system a boost Ingredients 1/2 c fresh ginger, grated 1/2 c fresh horseradish, grated 1 medium onion, chopped 10 cloves garlic, minced 2 hot peppers such as jalapeno, anaheim, cayenne, etc, chopped zest and juice from… Continue reading Fire Cider Tonic
Wendy’s Ravioli with Pumpkin and Sage
Servings: 6-8 Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 20 minutes Ingredients 1 pkg prepared Vegan ravioli 1 Tbs olive oil 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 15 oz can pumpkin puree 1 1/3 c vegetable broth 1/2 c vegan mozerella 1 Tsp fresh thyme, chopped salt and pepper to taste Directions Prepare ravioli according to package… Continue reading Wendy’s Ravioli with Pumpkin and Sage
I love Essential Oils…
Today I have have to say how satisfied I am with essential oils. I have used oils for years and I have many reasons why I have done away with a medicine cabinet and filled my house with sweet smelling oils. They WORK! I really don't know what else I can add to that that… Continue reading I love Essential Oils…
Win Some Lose Some
Breakfast consisted of sauted vegetables or a smoothie. Lunch was always a small salad and a bowl of soup and mixed nuts and seeds. Dinner was a salad and soup. It was a busy week so a large pot of soup got eaten for nearly every meal. Nothing like a crock pot to save the… Continue reading Win Some Lose Some
Wendy’s Cabbage Soup
6-8 servings Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 20 minutes Ingredients 6 c chopped cabbage 2 c diced tomatoes ( 1 use 1 quart of my home canned tomatoes) 4 cloves minced garlic 1 c broccoli chopped 1 small baby zucchini, chopped 1 small onion, chopped 1 carrot, chopped 8 c vegetable broth 1 tsp… Continue reading Wendy’s Cabbage Soup
Satisfied Preservation
As fall has moved in to our beautiful valley in full swing, with the leaves beginning to turn color from vibrant green to a lustrous coat of many colors, it is time to get my canning pots fired up and the empty jars for of the year's harvest. I have to admit, I take great… Continue reading Satisfied Preservation
Soup is on the Menu
It's been a busy week. I am discovering that I really loving vegetables for breakfast. The veggies I saute in the morning include zucchini, mushrooms, onions, summer yellow squash, asparagus, green beans and tomatoes. Every morning I mix up a different combination and cook them in my copper no stick pan. My favorite from last… Continue reading Soup is on the Menu
