Macro Flavor

Chocolate-Cranberry-Walnut Loaf

Michael Bauce
July 18, 2023
Recipes
Tags: chocolate cranberry, cranberry bread, macrobiotic cooking, vegan recipes

1 1/2 cups whole wheat flour 1/2 cup cocoa powder 1 cup dried cranberries 1/2 cup roasted walnuts ¼ teaspoon salt ½ cup olive oil ½ cup maple syrup 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon baking powder Mix wet and dry ingredients separately and mix thoroughly. Pour wet into dry and stir with a wooden… more »

Homemade Amazake

Michael Bauce
May 30, 2023
Recipes
Tags: #amasake, #macrobiotics, #sweetdrink

Just made a fresh batch of Amazake. Now we store in the frig and use as a sweetener for desserts. I like to use a yogurt maker with an adjustable temperature control to ferment Amasake. How To Make Amazake At Home: Measure 3 cups sweet brown rice (or short grain), place in a bowl and… more »

Making MISO (and NATTO) at Home

Michael Bauce
April 8, 2023
Recipes
Tags: #Home Processing, miso, Natto

HOMEMADE MISO- Haven’t made my own Miso in some time, so I thought I’d try my hand at it again. I soaked and cooked Soybeans and had a bit leftover….so I made Natto. Making both is relatively easy. Miso 1. Soak 3 cups Soybeans overnight and in the morning, throw away soaking water, add fresh… more »

Marta’s Chocolate Dream Hearts

Michael Bauce
February 14, 2023
Cooking With Kids, Recipes
Tags: chocolate, desserts, macrobiotic desserts, walnuts

Only 4 ingredients in these delicious hearts that Marta dreamed up! Tahini or any Nut Butter, Cocoa Powder, Maple or Rice Syrup, Roasted Nuts on top. Pack tightly into heart molds. Freeze overnight.

Oyster Mushroom Gravy

Michael Bauce
January 4, 2023
Recipes
Tags: cooking with mushrooms, macrobiotic cooking, oyster mushroom, vegan cooking, vegan recipes

There’s a variety of mushrooms available today and each one has a unique flavor and healing ability. Mushrooms help build immunity, improve digestion, affect memory, clarity, cognition and give energy. The most popular mushrooms today include Matsutake, Shiitake, Reishi, Chaga, Lion’s Main, Turkey Tail and Cordyceps. Mushrooms can be used in a myraid of ways… more »

Long & Slow Simmered Tempeh

Michael Bauce
January 3, 2023
Recipes
Tags: macrobiotic food, tempeh, vegan cooking

During the colder months, I always gravitate towards “long and slow cooked.” Whether it’s root vegetables, winter squash, beans or Tempeh. This recipe allows the Tempeh to be tender and flavorful and brings out the richness of flavor. Make sure to purchase high-quality Tempeh or make it yourself. 1 package tempeh (or homemade), cut into… more »

Jamaican Patties

Michael Bauce

Recipes
Tags: #JamaicanPatties, #veganjamaica, #veganpatties

JAMAICAN PATTIES 2 tbs olive oil 1 medium carrot, chopped into small cubes 1 green onion, finely chopped 1 garlic clove, minced 1 cup dried lentils 2 tsp fresh thyme 1 tbsp mild curry powder 1 tsp allspice 2 tsp sea salt or more… more »

Millet-Beet Cakes

Michael Bauce
September 26, 2022
Recipes, Today's Plate
Tags: macrobiotic cooking, millet, millet croquettes, vegan cooking, whole grain recipes, whole grains

1 cup Millet 3 cups Water 2 pinches Sea Salt 1 tbs Soy Sauce 2 tbs Tahini 1/2 small Beet, cubed Few sprigs of Parsley or Basil Boil water, add a few pinches of sea salt along with Millet. Add beetroot. Lower flame, cover and simmer for about 20 minutes or until soft. Remove from… more »

Cuke-Avo Salad

Michael Bauce
July 26, 2022
Recipes
Tags: cucumber recipes, fresh salad, macrobiotic cooking, vegan cooking

Start by slicing a Cucumber in half, lengthwise. Then take your knife and cut into triangular pieces. Place in mixing bowl and add a few shakes of umeboshi vinegar and/or brown rice vinegar. Take 1 avocado, cut in half and scoop inside out with a spoon. Add to bowl. Add corn and pickles (we used… more »

Fab Fava Bean Spread

Michael Bauce
June 24, 2022
Recipes
Tags: bean spreads, Fava beans, Macrobiotic recipe, vegan recipes

Fava Beans (these Favas are freshly picked from our garden) one of the oldest crops know to Man, can be eaten fresh (with the pod if young enough), cooked or ground into flour. They are most flavorful and tender when picked young. In Ethiopia, Fava Beans are mostly prized for their flour, used in the… more »

Making Mustard

Michael Bauce
May 25, 2022
Recipes
Tags: #homemademustard, #mustard

Making mustard is easy! It does take 3-4 days before you can use it, but the preparation uses only 5 ingredients and is done quickly. If you taste before 3-4 days or if your mustard seeds or powder are stronger than most, taste may be bitter or too spicy. This recipe includes mustard powder for… more »

Parsnip-Carrot Sauce

Michael Bauce
May 13, 2022
Recipes
Tags: macrobiotic cooking, macrobiotic recipes, macrobiotic sauces

2 parsnips 1 carrot 1/2 onion 1 tsp fresh grated ginger (optional) 2 tsp olive oil 4-5 leaves fresh basil leaves pinch or two of salt soy sauce to taste Begin by washing and slicing parsnips, carrots and onions. Place in small pot and sauté in olive oil. Add sea salt and continue to sauté… more »