Back from Egypt

31 01 2010

Hello readers,

I am back from Egypt and ready to officially launch this blogsite. Some exciting things to look forward to are daily recipes; a calendar of upcoming cooking classes; tips on where to buy healthy ingredients and cooking equipment; great cookbook recommendations; and so much more. I have already received questions from readers in regards to where to buy spices; what is good for my child in terms of healthy fiber; and what is the best vanilla to buy. I am happy to consult with you on any cooking related topic. Please see my consult page. Thank you to all who have sent such great comments, and please know, it is my extreme pleasure to bring the joy of healthy vegetarian cooking into your home.

Katherine


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Kombucha Continued

19 01 2010

Wow I found some free wireless here in India. I wanted to update you as to where you can buy the kombucha culture if you don’t have a friend nearby growing one to pass on. You can go to
Kombucha America

It is a little expensive but a whole community can share in the cost and then once grown, you can share the culture with each other.


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Raw Food Essential Equipment

15 01 2010

I like experimenting with raw food recipes. I am not a raw foodist yet, and I am not sure I will ever be one. I like cooking too much, and I find it difficult to truly blend flavors unless heat is applied. With that being said, there are a number of raw food recipes I add to our regular diet. In fact, Phillip and I did do a cleanse that involved eating raw for about 40 days so I got a lot of practice. I will be posting raw food recipes from time to time so in order to make raw food, there are a few basic pieces of equipment you will need. The following is a list of the essentials: Read the rest of this entry »


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Power Green Drink

15 01 2010

I heard that organic fresh  cucumber juice is extremely good for you. So, I tried straight cucumber juice and found it unpalatable. I came up with the following concoction nstead which is still very green, but tasty nonetheless. Drink this first thing in the morning and you will not be hungry for hours.

1 cucumber

2 big fistfuls of wheat grass

1 stick celery

4 sprigs parsley

Juice these all together for a powerhouse green drink to start the day.


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Whole Wheat Waffles with Berry Sauce

14 01 2010

This recipe is frequently requested in my house on a Sunday morning. It does require a waffle iron. If you don’t have one, try making whole wheat pancakes and serving them with this sauce. It is so much better than syrup. I don’t use exact measurement for the sauce but I will give you the idea and you can make any necessary adjustments. Read the rest of this entry »


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Fennel and Arugula Salad with Grapefruit

14 01 2010

Serves 4-6

I served this salad with the Quinoa Soup. It is a sweet salad with the grapefruit and fennel. It makes a nice accompaniment to spicy dishes and refreshing in the winter when citrus fruits are a good option. Read the rest of this entry »


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Quinoa and Vegetable Soup

14 01 2010

Serves 4-6

I love quinoa. It is a delicious grain, not too starchy, and really nutritious. This is a simple soup made with ingredients indigenous to the Americas. The quinoa thickens the soup slightly and adds a nice nutty taste. Read the rest of this entry »


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Thai Green Curry with Tofu and Mixed Vegetables

14 01 2010

Serves 4

I enjoyed this simple curry after a day of skiing with my family. It is quick and easy. You can add any vegetables you have in the refrigerator. If you prefer, you could add shrimp instead of tofu. Serve it over brown Jasmine rice or any other wholesome grain. You can buy Thai green curry paste in a bottle in the Asian section of the supermarket. Read the rest of this entry »


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Greek Style Green Beans

13 01 2010

Serves 4

This is a slow cooking method for green beans. They come out brown and caramelized and slightly shriveled. They may not look pretty but they taste great, saturated with flavor. Read the rest of this entry »


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Incan Corn, Potato, Quinoa Risotto (sort of)

13 01 2010

Serves 4 – 5

This is a delicious variation of a risotto. It is a one dish meal eaten in a bowl. The quinoa is a very different texture to the creamy, starchy rice normally found in risotto. Quinoa is extremely nutritious and gluten free. Read the rest of this entry »


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