Fantastic on meats and chicken, in hummus and dips, or on roasted vegetables. Toast sesame, cumin, and coriander seeds 1-2 min on medium heat until fragrant and barely brown. Cool, then place in spice grinder with all other ingredients. Pulse to fine powder. Store in a covered glass jar.
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Sumac Season
Pick some sumac and let’s use it for some delicious seasonings! Have you seen this plant on the side of the road? Cut off the berry clusters. Set them out to dry in the sun (or use a warm oven). Clean the berries from the stems and shake off debris. Use a spice grinder (orContinue reading “Sumac Season”
Tropical Sherbet
Frosty and delicious yet sugar-free and vegan. Easy to make too!
Lentil Loaf
Hardy and heart healthy! Soak lentils 15-30 minutes. Drain and rinse. Place in pot with enough water to cover by 1 inch. Boil, then simmer 20 minutes, adding more water if needed. Meanwhile, chop veggies and set aside. Mix sauce, starting with tomato paste through molasses. Drain lentils. Preheat oven to 350F. Heat some oilContinue reading “Lentil Loaf”
Carrot Cake Overnight Oats
Dessert for breakfast! Mix all dry ingredients in a large container. Mix liquids and then pour on top, tapping out bubbles and stirring to mix until fully combined. Cover tightly and refrigerate overnight. Enjoy hot or cold, with added nuts, yogurt, or whatever you like!
Cilantro Chutney
Spice it Up! Add to sandwiches, soups, or just about anything! Trim and rinse cilantro. Place in blender along with all remaining ingredients and process until smooth. Store in clean glass jars. Freezes well.
Squash Pesto
Vegan and versatile: dip, sauce, or spread. Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Cut squash in half and remove seeds (save for roasting!). Peel onion and trim ends. Cut top off head of garlic to expose cloves. In a baking dish, drizzle oil over squash, onion, and garlic (if using). Brush well, then wrap onion andContinue reading “Squash Pesto”
Jicama Salad
Need some new salad ideas? Try this tangy alternative! Eat it plain or add it to your salad. Peel and shred jicama. Thinly slice red pepper and red onion. Mix together. Drizzle with oil, squeeze lime, and sprinkle spices. Mix well. (Add any other veggies you like.) Ready to eat, or cover and refrigerate.
Easy Apple Snack
A complete snack in 5 minutes! Mix 2 Tbsp peanut butter, 1 Tbsp honey, and 2tsp chia seeds. While it softens, slice an apple. Then dip and enjoy!
Baked Plantains
A Caribbean Favorite Slice plantains on diagonal, 1/2″ thick. Toss with all ingredients. Spread out on baking sheet. Bake at 350 for 20 minutes or until golden brown. (Flipping at the halfway point is helpful but not necessary). A great carbohydrate, filled with flavor and nutrients!
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