If you’re in the mood for a different style of chili sure to satisfy, this is it! I have combined traditional chili flavors with Thai flavors. The coconut milk blends well with the tomatoes and spices. You can serve it as an entrée or as an appetizer over tortilla chips. Ingredients 1 (28-ounce) can crushed…
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Potato Parsnip Leek Soup
It’s that time of year again! Soup time. During these cooler days we love to enjoy a nice, warm bowl of nourishing soup. For this recipe I use parsnips in addition to the potatoes for increased flavor and nutrition. I received great feedback from our customers. Another winner! Ingredients 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 2…
Kale Apple Salad
I like to prepare this dish in the autumn, though it can be enjoyed any time of year. The shredded apples add a nice freshness to the dish and balance the bitterness of the kale. It’s great as a holiday side or a light summer meal! Ingredients 1 small bunch of kale (about 2-2 ½…
Creamy Millet Polenta with Cauliflower
I’m enjoying creating recipes with healthy, whole-grain millet. Polenta, which is commonly made with ground corn, has become quite a popular dish. Other grains can also be used to prepare polenta. “It is historically made from other grains. It may be served as a hot porridge, or it may be allowed to cool and solidify into…
Curried Sweet Potato and Black Bean Soup
It’s autumn time! With the change of seasons, I am once again inspired to bring out my fall-inspired recipes. The combination of sweet potatoes, quinoa, and black beans creates a nice, filling soup. Ingredients: 6 cups water 1 (13–14-ounce) can coconut milk ½ cup quinoa, rinsed and drained 3 vegetable bouillon cubes (or to taste)…
Cinnamon-Spiced Granola Bars
I definitely have a sweet tooth and I do enjoy sweet treats, so I have created some dessert/snack recipes made with all healthy ingredients; no empty calories. This is one of those recipes that can be varied. If you have only one type of nut or seed, that is fine. At work I have access to…
Butternut Squash Soup
This soup is quite simple to make–just add everything to the pot and boil away! It’s autumn-time so I’ve been featuring recipes with the “fruits of the season”. Ingredients 6 cups water 1 (13–14-ounce) can coconut milk 1 butternut squash, peeled and cubed (5–6 cups) ¼ cup steel-cut oats 3 cups finely chopped kale leaves…
Pumpkin Pie Spiced Patties
This is a variation of my Sweet Potato Patties recipe. It’s autumn time so I decided to create a fall version with butternut squash and pumpkin pie spice. They’re delish! Ingredients 2 cups shredded (raw) butternut squash ½ cup garbanzo/chickpea flour 1-teaspoon pumpkin pie spice (in bulk spice section) ½ teaspoon curry powder (in bulk spice…
Spaghetti with Sundried Tomatoes & Artichoke Hearts
I happily discovered pasta products from “Explore Cuisine”. I was immediately impressed! Each 2-ounce serving has a whopping 20-25 grams of protein and 10-15 grams of fiber! The nutritional value is incredible for a pasta product. As the goal of my recipes is to maximize nutritional value, it was the perfect ingredient for my dish. It…
Almond Butter Fudge
I always get great reviews when I prepare this delicious sweet treat. It has only 3 ingredients, but it is essential to cook the milk and sugar to the required temperature (see below), otherwise the fudge won’t firm up. If you have a candy thermometer, by all means, use it. If not, you can do…
Silky Chocolate Pudding
Chocolate pudding is a childhood favorite. It’s the first thing I remember learning how to cook. We didn’t make it from scratch, but I remember standing by the stove, stirring the pot, waiting for the pudding to thicken. In this recipe I use coconut milk instead of cow’s milk. Its richness provides a perfect base…
Mexicali Millet
In the past few years I have created several millet recipes, which I have prepared for our customers more than once, so I figured it was time for a new one. This recipe is relatively mild, so if you like spice, add more! Ingredients 1 cup uncooked millet, rinsed and drained 2 cups water 1/2 vegetable…
Jahnavi Foster, CEC 