Kale & Chickpea Salad

with Roasted Garlic Tahini Dressing Heat oven to 375F. Mix chickpeas with garam masala and oil. Cut top off garlic heads to expose cloves. Brush each with 1 tsp oil and wrap in foil, twisting top together loosely. Set garlic and chickpeas on tray and bake 15 minutes. Stir chickpeas and bake another 15 minutes.Continue reading “Kale & Chickpea Salad”

Avocado Chocolate Pudding

Vegan and Sugar Free 1.5 cups pitted dates boiling water 2 avocados 1/4 cup cocoa powder 1/4 cup maple syrup 1/8 tsp cinnamon Tear dates, place in glass container and top with boiling water. Cover and let sit 20 minutes. Scoop flesh from avocados and place in blender with remaining ingredients. Add dates and water.Continue reading “Avocado Chocolate Pudding”

Sweet Potato Barley Hash

Sweet and nutty. Good for any meal. 2 Tbsp olive oil 1/2 c uncooked barley 1 onion, chopped 1 sweet potato, diced small 1/2 – 1 c water or stock 1/4 tsp salt 1/4 tsp pepper Heat oil on medium. Sauté barley until nutty brown. Add onion and potato. Stir 5 minutes. Add 1/2 cupContinue reading “Sweet Potato Barley Hash”

Black Bean Stew

A family favorite for cold nights. This recipe is especially for Max! Heat oil and darken cumin seeds. Add onion, garlic, and jalapenos and sauté until softened. Add peppers and sauté 5 minutes. Add mushrooms and corn and sauté 5 more minutes. Add all remaining ingredients and simmer at least one hour. Serve with aContinue reading “Black Bean Stew”