Some people love their smoothies, and some swear by their juice. Which one should you try? Which is better for you? Which gives you the most amazing glow, and which one keeps you skinny? The truth is that both vegetable smoothies and juices are a bonus for your health. The debate goes like this; Smoothies…
Honey glazed carrots are a favorite at our farm, especially in the spring, when our carrots are small and tender. Adding local, raw honey can also help with seasonal allergies, making this a perfect springtime dish. Ingredients 2 bunches of large carrots, peeled (or the equivalent of baby ones) 6 tablespoons olive oil 1/2 cup…
Recipe reprinted from Raw Food Real World, by Sarma Melngailis 6 ripe avocados, pitted 2 cups fresh corn kernels, cut from 2 ears (or use thawed frozen corn or simply omit) 2 large handfuls of cilantro leaves, finely chopped 4 tablespoons lime juice 1 jalapeno pepper, finely minced 2 teaspoons sea salt In a medium…
This Indian chai recipe is warming, soothing and perfect for a chilly Fall or Winter day. I made this for ABC t.v.’s Let’s Talk Live show, and the hosts loved it. It’s also caffeine-free and vegan if you skip the honey. For a raw version, use home-made almond or nut milk, like I did for…
Ginger is anti-viral, and soothes the digestion. It’s also warming to your body, and calms an upset stomach pronto. This is one of my favorite winter time drinks The added lemon is detoxifying and alkalizing, perfect for post-holiday body-system clean-up. Ginger Detox Tea Ingredients 1 piece fresh ginger, about 2 inches 2 organic lemons, peeled…
This smoothie should come with warning labels: Indulgent, Decadent, and Delicious. Somehow all of these ingredients end up tasting like cake batter from the spoon. I whipped this up the other day when I was craving pineapple and hadn’t had lunch; it’s pretty substantial and can definitely sub for a meal. Ingredients 1 tbsp of…
Spinach, pumpkin seeds, and sesame seeds are beneficial foods for their high magnesium content, a calming, essential mineral that many of us are lacking. Adding in magnesium rich foods at stressful times, like the holidays, are a wonderful way to keep your balance and maintain your calm. (and use that left-over jack-o-lantern) Tumeric spice is…
What to do when the school you’re volunteering for, says “Fruit and Veggies” only for Halloween? Here’s something my son and I had fun assembling. They’re “eyeballs” -carrot chunks topped with organic cream cheese and a sliver of black olive. We used regular carrots (not baby ones) and sliced them about 1/4 to 1/2 inch…
This delicious cassoulet is perfect for your slow cooker, and an easy meal to assemble when you’re short on time in the morning. The resulting dish at the end of the day is aromatic and delicious. Ingredients (all organic, please) 1 large yellow sweet onion 1 cup baby carrots, cut in half 3 garlic cloves,…
I spoke to a group of kids from D.C.’s public school system this week, as part of the RECESS program for the American Heart Association. My topic at this loud, fun, mega event, along with the Washington Redskins and their cute Cheerleaders, was SUGAR. (how did I get them to listen to me, you may…
