Deep-Fried Tofu served in a umami dashi broth is a popular dish served in Japanese restaurants today. The outer shell of the Tofu is crispy on the outside, but custard-like on the inside. The recipe is quite simple to prepare. Garnish with finely-sliced scallions and raw-grated Daikon. Tofu 1 package of silken Tofu oil for… more »
Teff, a grain the size of a poppy seed, is native to the Horn of Africa, notably Ethiopia and Eritrea. It is now becoming more popular in western countries as more and more people choose to eat less wheat. In Ethiopia, Teff is known for endurance and it’s slow release of energy. Ethiopians get over… more »
CRAVE – A new book by Raphael Cuomo helps transform the modern perception of health and disease, through personal responsibility. Check it out! Title: CRAVE reveals how everyday habits shape biology, addiction, and cancer Text: Crave: The Hidden Biology of Addiction and Cancer explains how repeated habits imprint on biology and steer long term health. Written by Raphael… more »
1 cup Quinoa, rinsed 1 3/4 cups fresh water 1 small carrot, cut thinly 1/2 onion, minced 1 small cucumber, cubed 1/4 cup fresh parsley 1/4 tsp sea salt 2 tsp fresh basil, minced 2 tsp olive oil 1 tsp brown rice vinegar 1 tsp ume vinegar Boil water, add salt and quinoa and stir…. more »
Sopa de Crema de Coliflor (Cream of Cauliflower Soup) Arroz Con Setas (Rice & Mushrooms) *pictured Tempeh Estofado (Braised Tempeh & Onions) Acelgas y Zanahoria (Swiss Chard & Carrots with Lemon-Almond Butter) Cortido De Col Con Rabanos (Pickled Cabbage with Red Radish)
In 1993, we placed toothpicks in each side of an avocado pit and placed it on a glass of water. When it spouted, we planted the pit in a pot and then in the ground. It took almost 15 years to come to fruition. Haas Avos are self-fertile, yet it often takes this long to… more »
Sometimes the simplest things in life are the sweetest! This simple recipe is bursting with flavor! Cut Onions in half and score several times in each half. Smear a thin layer (about 1 tbs) of chickpea or white Miso all over Onion, Place in a covered casserole dish and bake for 1 hour at 350… more »
Just perfect for the season. We placed Lentils in a cooking pot and covered with water. Bring to a boil and then lower flame and simmer for 1 hour. Make sure to check lentils as they cook adding more water if necessary. Cook until soft. Set aside until firm (we let sit overnight). If too… more »
1 pint blueberries 3 cups water 1/2 cup olive oil 1/2 cup maple syrup 2 cups whole wheat pastry or spelt flour 1/2 tsp sea salt 1 tsp baking powder 1 tsp baking soda Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Mix wet and dry ingredients separately. Add wet to dry and mix thoroughly (batter will be… more »
There’s nothing quite as satisfying as the rich complex flavors of Corn, Squash and Beans! Native Americans knew these flavors well and planted corn, squash and beans together in the garden. Corn provides tall stalks for the beans to climb so that they are not competing with squash vines. Beans provide nitrogen to fertilize the soil… more »