Press salad is a wonderful way to enjoy raw vegetables without the bloating that too much toss salad or raw veggies, such as crudités, can produce. The pressing process (pickling) actually creates enzymes for better digestion. Umeboshi plum, which is pickled, neutralizes acids in the blood and is a natural antibiotic that strengthens the immune system. The following recipe … [Read more...]
Tempeh Patties
Tempeh patties can be served with a grain and vegetables for a delicious dinner or served on sourdough bread with lettuce, onion and mustard for a great lunch. Ingredients: 8 ounces tempeh 1/2 teaspoon sage 1/2 teaspoon thyme 1/2 teaspoon rosemary 2 cloves garlic, minced 1/8 cup flour 1-1/2 tablespoons shoyu soy sauce 1/8 cup water Sesame … [Read more...]
Pumpkin Seed Dressing
Ingredients: *What are these foods? 1 cup pumpkin seeds 1 teaspoon umeboshi paste* 2-3 teaspoons brown rice syrup* 1/2-1 cup water 1 teaspoon lemon juice (optional) Directions: Dry roast pumpkin seeds in a skillet over high heat until they begin to pop. Then turn heat down to medium low and continue to stir until all the seeds are popped. … [Read more...]
Sweet Rice Porridge
Ingredients: 1 cup sweet brown rice, washed 5 cups water Pinch of sea salt 1/4 cup raisins 1/4 cup dried peaches, pears or apricots, soaked and diced 1/4 cup dried apple, soaked and diced Directions: Place all ingredients in a pressure-cooker. Cover and bring up to pressure. Reduce heat to low and cook for 50 minutes. Remove from heat and … [Read more...]
Tofu Stir Fry Noodles
Late Spring through Summer is a time for light cooking to help us adjust to the sun's intense heat. This also works will for the cook in the home. You can vary the following recipe with vegetables, especially those from the garden, and with long grain brown rice or basmati. Ingredients: *What are these foods? 1 pound Udon noodles*, cooked 1 pound tofu*, … [Read more...]