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FRESH PUMPKIN MUFFINS

Sun, 20 Jan 2013 16:22:00 -0500

2 c. sifted all purpose flour
1/2 c. sugar
3 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. cinnamon or pumpkin pie spice
1 egg
1/2 c. milk
1 c. mashed fresh pumpkin, drained
1/4 c. vegetable oil

Preheat oven to 425°F.

Sift flour, sugar, baking powder, salt and cinnamon or spices into a bowl. Beat egg; mix in milk, pumpkin and salad oil. Make a well in center of flour mixture; pour in pumpkin mixture all at once. Sir quickly until flour is just moistened. Fill greased muffin cups 2/3 full.

Bake at 425°F for 25 minutes, or until done. Run spatula around each muffin to loosen; serve immediately.

Makes about 15 (2 1/2 inch) muffins.

source : http://www.cooks.com/rec/view/0,194,144180-255195,00.html

irenescloud9: green tea chocolate chips cookies? YES.

Sun, 09 Sep 2012 15:24:56 -0400

irenescloud9:

green tea chocolate chips cookies?

YES.

fitnesstreats: A simple ice cream using 3 eggs, 1 tbsp olive...

Mon, 13 Aug 2012 03:54:00 -0400

fitnesstreats:

A simple ice cream using 3 eggs, 1 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp brown sugar and 1 tbsp of vanilla extract.
www.fitnesstreats.com/2012/06/olive-oil-ice-cream

yummyrawfood: Raw, Vegan Dark Chocolate Cherry Cookies (raw,...

Sun, 03 Jun 2012 11:44:09 -0400

yummyrawfood:

Raw, Vegan Dark Chocolate Cherry Cookies (raw, vegan, gluten free if you use GF oats, soy free)

Makes about 8 large cookies; recipe can be easily doubled

1 cup almond meal (you can use store bought, like the Bob’s Red Mill brand, or you can grind almonds finely in a food processor)

1/3 cup oat flour (I ground raw oat groats in my coffee grinder, but you can use store bought, too)

3 tbsp raw cacao powder

12 large, pitted medjool dates

1/3 cup dried cherries

1/4 cup chopped raw dark chocolate, or vegan dark chocolate chips

1. In a food processor, process almond meal, oat flour, and cacao to combine.

2. Add dates, and process until the mixture is thick and sticks together easily when you clasp a little in your hand (look for similar texture to when you make homemade raw energy balls or Larabars). If the mixture is too dry, add an extra date, a drizzle of agave, or a tablespoon of almond butter!

3. Add cherries and chocolate. Pulse to break down the cherries and chocolate into small pieces and mix them evenly throughout.

4. Place “dough” onto a sheet of saran wrap that has been laid onto a flat surface. Cover with another saran sheet, and use a rolling pin to flatten the mixture to just over 1/4 inch thick. Refrigerate for a few hours, or overnight.

5. Cut dough into desired shapes with a cookie cutter, and enjoy!

UNO cookbook: CROCCHETTE DI AMARANTO con AGRETTI & CAROTE

Sun, 08 Apr 2012 14:35:33 -0400

UNO cookbook: CROCCHETTE DI AMARANTO con AGRETTI & CAROTE:

unocookbook:

AMARANTH VEGGIE NUGGETS
(scroll down for english text)

L’amaranto è una pianta originaria del Messico con bellissimi fiori minuscoli raccolti in grappoli dal colore rosa acceso ed è conosciuto come uno degli alimenti fondamentali dell’alimentazione degli Aztechi e degli Incas. I chicchi…

fuckyeahbagelsndonuts: (via Homemade Bagels {Step-by-Step})

Mon, 02 Apr 2012 08:00:05 -0400

fuckyeahbagelsndonuts:

(via Homemade Bagels {Step-by-Step})

Αργυρώ » Ελληνική τάρτα με πιπεριές και φέτα

Mon, 19 Mar 2012 11:49:00 -0400

Αργυρώ » Ελληνική τάρτα με πιπεριές και φέτα:

gfcfliving: Flourless black bean brownies! Gluten free, dairy...

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 13:48:55 -0500

gfcfliving:

Flourless black bean brownies! Gluten free, dairy free!

http://gfcfcollegeliving.wordpress.com/2011/10/16/flourless-black-bean-brownies/

yackattack: Healthy Squash Queso Dip! (by VeganYackAttack) My...

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 05:44:50 -0500

yackattack:

Healthy Squash Queso Dip! (by VeganYackAttack)

My first ever cooking video! This is a great appetizer for your upcoming Super Bowl party. For more pictures and the full recipe, go to Vegan Yack Attack!!

Green Gossip: Vegan Chocolate Chip Okara Cookies version 2

Mon, 09 Jan 2012 15:40:00 -0500

Green Gossip: Vegan Chocolate Chip Okara Cookies version 2:

Today I experimented again with “okara cookies ” bite sized..

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Today I experimented with my Mothers Thermomix in making Soy milk. I always wondered why ready made soy milk is so expencive so i searched for a recipe and i found one at : http://www.thekitchenplayground.com I made it and i am very pleased with the result ! But after making soy milk ,a new question was born… what can I do with the filtered pulp of soy used for soy milk? But the answer was there.. I found that recipe writen below and I can’t wait to try!!!

greengossip:

Another Vegan Choc Chip Cookie using okara. Got this recipe a few years ago when I took a soy class with a friend at the Park Slop Food Co-op (she was a member so I got in on her guest pass).

3 cups whole spelt flour (I used emmer, basically the same thing)
1 tsp salt
2 tsp baking powder
1 cup…

Home made coconut milk

Mon, 09 Jan 2012 14:38:04 -0500

Home made coconut milk:

ΦΡΕΣΚΑ ΖΥΜΑΡΙΚΑ ΜΕ ΑΒΓΑ (Thermomix)

Fri, 30 Dec 2011 08:10:00 -0500

ΦΡΕΣΚΑ ΖΥΜΑΡΙΚΑ ΜΕ ΑΒΓΑ (Thermomix):

ΥΛΙΚΑ:

200 γρ. αλεύρι και λίγο επιπλέον

2 αβγά (των 60 γρ.)

1 κ.σ. έξτρα παρθένο ελαιόλαδο

ΠΡΟΕΤΟΙΜΑΣΙΑ:

1. Βάλτε τα υλικά μέσα στον κάδο, ζυμώστε για 2 λεπτά, ταχύτητα στάχυ. Φτιάξτε τη ζύμη μια μεγάλη μπάλα, τυλίξτε τη με μεμβράνη και αφήστε τη να ξεκουραστεί 15 λεπτά.

2. Απλώστε τη ζύμη σε λεπτά, ορθογώνια σχήματα, σε μια αλευρωμένη επιφάνεια, είτε με τον πλάστη είτε με το μηχάνημα των ζυμαρικών. Πασπαλίστε με αλεύρι τη ζύμη για να αποφύγετε να κολλήσουν τα κομμάτια μεταξύ τους.

Τύποι ζυμαρικών:

Λαζάνια ή ραβιόλια: Κόψτε σε φύλλα (20 x 10 εκ. περίπου)

Ταλιατέλες: Κόψτε σε λωρίδες (2 x 30 εκ. μέγιστο)

Φαρφάλες: Κόψτε σε μικρά ορθογώνια κομμάτια (2 x 5 εκ.) και πιέστε στο κέντρο το κάθε κομμάτι να γίνει πεταλούδα.

3. Μαγειρέψτε την πάστα σε αλατισμένο βραστό νερό για 3-4 λεπτά περίπου.

Συμβουλές:

Τα ζυμαρικά σερβίρονται ως συνοδευτικό ή ως κυρίως πιάτο με σάλτσα ντομάτας, πέστο ή τη σάλτσα που προτιμάτε.
Είναι πολύ εύκολο να ετοιμάσετε μεγαλύτερη ποσότητα. Προσθέστε 1 αβγό για κάθε 100 γρ. αλεύρι. Μέγιστη ποσότητα: 500 γρ. αλεύρι και 5 αβγά, ζυμώστε για 3 λεπτά.
Απλώστε μικρά κομμάτια ζύμης, ένα-ένα τη φορά, ή σκεπάστε τη ζύμη με μια υγρή πετσέτα για να αποφύγετε να ξεραθεί.

Rich Cheddar Dip/Sauce

Thu, 22 Dec 2011 02:47:00 -0500

Rich Cheddar Dip/Sauce:

1 red bell pepper
¼ cup water
¾ cup raw sunflower seeds
1 tbsp. tahini
3 tbsp. nutritional yeast
1 ½ tsp. sea salt
2 tsp. onion powder
1 garlic clove
2 tbsp. lemon juice

Whiz in blender until creamy. Add a little water if it’s too thick. This recipe is reprinted with permission from Serene Allison’s “Rejuvenate Your Life” recipe book . I appreciate this book so much and would definitely say it’s in my top 3 for recipe books! Enjoy!

Nutritonal Info (per tablespoon): Cals: 22, Fat: 1g, Sodium: 92mg, Carbs: 2g, Fibre: .5g, Protein: 1g

by : http://www.colourfulpalate.com/

Banana Chocolate Cream Cake

Thu, 22 Dec 2011 02:25:00 -0500

Banana Chocolate Cream Cake:

Banana Chocolate Cream Cake
Inspired by Cafe Gratitude’s I Am Rapture

This recipe is for a 6” diameter pan or tub.
Serves 8

Cake
1 cup soft dates, chopped
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 1/2 tablespoons vanilla
Pinch salt
1/2 cup raw carob and cacao powder (I used 1/4 cup of each)
1 1/2 cup finely ground almonds or loosely packed left-over pulp from making milk (wet pulp is fine)
1 cup finely ground dried coconut
1/2 cup finely ground cashews

Whipped Cream
1 cup cashews or a mix of cashews and macadamia nuts
1 cup fresh coconut milk (simply blend 1 part dried coconut with 3 parts water in high speed blender)
1/8 - 1/4 cup honey or agave (depending on how sweet you like it)
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon vanilla
Pinch of salt
1/2 cup coconut oil, melted
1 tablespoon lecithin* (1 tbs + 1 tsp psyllium)

*Lecithin is acts as an emulsifier. Look for lecithin (preferably non-GMO), in granules or powdered form, at your local HFS. If using granules, make sure to grind them up in a high speed blender of coffee grinder.

Banana Layer and Decoration
2 or 3 ripe bananas, sliced

To make the Whipped Cream:
Blend all ingredients except coconut oil and lecithin until smooth. Add coconut oil and lecithin and blend until thoroughly mixed. Set in fridge for about 1 hr.

You should have extra whipped cream but I’m sure you’ll find other ways to use it. lol

To make the Cake:
Place dates in food processor and process until a smooth paste forms. You may need to add a little water.

Then add the rest of the ingredients and mix until smooth.

Assembly:
Grease a spring form pan with a little coconut oil or line a medium margarine tub with plastic film.

Next form an even layer on the bottom with half of the cake mixture.

Top with banana slices, followed by some of the whipped cream. Set in fridge.

When very firm, form another cake layer. Then top with more banana slices. (Remember to save some for decoration).

Again top with whipped cream and set in fridge.

When firm, gently remove cake from the pan or margarine tub and place on serving plate.

Decorate with banana slices and serve.

Carmella’s Notes:
~ For the whipped cream, I used psyllium husks instead of lecithin, as suggested in Cafe Gratitude’s recipe. As a result, I found that I had to let the cream set in the freezer rather than in the fridge. The consistency also made it difficult for the cake to hold its shape well once at room temperature. However, this may not be a major issue if you keep the cake in the freezer, thawing pieces as needed.

~ It is key that you grind your nuts finely in a coffee grinder or a high speed blender before processing them with the other ingredients. This will ensure that your cake layer has a lovely smooth texture.

~ In order to apply the cake layer easily, the whipped cream needs to be quite firm (set in the fridge or freezer first). If you find that the cream tends to yield while patting down the cake, try forming the cake layer on a different surface (such as the counter or a plate) then transferring it over to the pan.

~ For a simpler version of this, simply put a cake layer, followed by banana slices. Top with whipped cream and let set in the fridge/freezer. Decorate and serve.

Here you can see what it looks like cut up:

My version of dairy free coffee-icecream would be with...

Fri, 16 Dec 2011 14:38:00 -0500

My version of dairy free coffee-icecream would be with banana-vaniglia icecream !!!

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rawlivingfoods: 10 Health Benefits of Bananas Blood Pressure:...

Wed, 14 Dec 2011 12:10:19 -0500

rawlivingfoods:

10 Health Benefits of Bananas

Blood Pressure: Banana has the natural source of potassium. Potassium present in banana is important for the human body as it helps to control bodies’ fluid level, controlling pressure in blood and keeps body cells healthy.

Anemia: Banana has a good source of iron, which helps to improve the body’s hemoglobin function. Thus banana is the best fruit for people who are suffering from Anemia diseases.

Minerals and Vitamins: Bananas are rich in Vitamins. Vitamin A in banana is very important for the development of tissue in eyes and healthy growth of the skin. Vitamin B present in banana helps in calming our nervous system.

Ulcers: Bananas also contain protease inhibitor’s, which helps to eliminate bacteria in the stomach reducing acidity. Thus, the problem of ulcer is moreover, reduced.

Smoking: Bananas can also help people who are trying to give up smoking mastications Vitamin C, A1, B6, B12 and potassium present in banana helps our body to recover from the effects of nicotine withdrawal.

Depression: Banana also contains (tryptohan) amino acid which converts the body into serotonin that reduces stress of a person.

Constipation: Banana is high in fiber and is a perfect remedy for constipations.

Reduce itching: What do we normally do when there is an itching or swelling due to mosquito bites”? We go in for creams that reduce itching and swelling. Rather using these creams, use banana peels. Rub on swelling or itching area with get relief from mosquito bite itching or swelling soon.

Increase brain power: A survey conducted at a school in Middlesex among 200 students. They were given bananas along with their normal diet for their breakfast, break and lunch. Research proved that potassium in bananas helped to boost brain power as well as increased their mental alertness.

Reduce menstrual pains: Majority of the women use pills to reduce menstrual pains.one should eate banana rather taking these pain killers. Bananas are very rich in vitamin B6 that promotes in regulating blood glucose level and helps in to reduces menstrual pains and balancing your overall mood.

FLOUR TORTILLAS (Step-by-step recipe) I should try...

Wed, 07 Dec 2011 15:17:00 -0500

FLOUR TORTILLAS (Step-by-step recipe)

I should try this !!!!

Recipe by : abrahamdiaz19

This is the traditional recipe made in northern Mexico. Ingredient measurements should be followed exactly as shown in instructions; water quantity may vary depending on desired mixture texture. This recipe makes about 18 tortillas.

3 ½ cups of all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon of salt
½ teaspoon of baking powder
3.5 oz — vegetable shortening (cut into very small pieces)
1 cup of very hot water

veganskinnybitch: (via Love Raw: What to do with the Carrot...

Sat, 03 Dec 2011 12:18:39 -0500

veganskinnybitch:

(via Love Raw: What to do with the Carrot Pulp-Cookies. Nut free recipe!)

ANOTHER VARIATION OF RAW SUSHI toutcru: hedvigcecilia: Raw...

Sat, 03 Dec 2011 12:00:58 -0500

ANOTHER VARIATION OF RAW SUSHI

toutcru:

hedvigcecilia:

Raw food-sushi!

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Raw food sushi!

Rice: cauliflower, cashew cheese (mix cashew + water + nutritional yeast + sea salt), more nutrional yeast, sea salt, apple cider vinegar, dill

filling: avocado, raw salmon if you wanna go a bit meaty, cucuber, carrot, cashew cheese and dill.

- Mix the cauliflower in a food processor until rice texture. Pour into a bowl and mix with cashew cheese until slightly creamy, like sushi rice. Season to taste with nutritional yeast, sea salt, apple cider vinegar and dill.

roll the sushi!

This is so good, taste just like sushi.

MY “IRONy” SALAD I often experiment with...

Thu, 01 Dec 2011 08:52:00 -0500

MY “IRONy” SALAD

I often experiment with ingrediends when preparing my meals, especially when making salads.

This time I had bought fresh organic spinash, sultana raisins and parsley three sources of iron so I thought this could make a good combination for the iron absorbtion, sultana raisins also contains vitamin C that increases the absorption of iron.

Main salad ingredients :

2-3 handfuls of spinach

1 batch of parsley chopped

1 batch of arugula

1/2 cup alfalfa sprouts

1 Tsp almonds (presoaked optionally)

1 Tsp sultana raisins

1 Tsp pumpkin seeds

Dressing:

1 Tsp tahini

1 Tsp balsamic vinegar

1 tsp honey

Some oat milk for thinning the dressing.

Συχνά πειραματίζομαι με τα υλικά όταν προετοιμάζω ένα γεύμα. Ιδιαίτερα όταν πρόκειται για μια σαλάτα!

Αυτή τη φορά είχα αγοράσει φρέσκο βιολογικό σπανάκι από τη λαϊκή, επίσης είχα μαϊντανό και σταφίδες και τα τρία καλές πηγές σιδήρου! Επίσης καλός συνδυασμός υλικών, λόγω της βιταμίνης C που υπάρχει άφθονη στις σταφίδες, και βοηθά την απορρόφηση του σιδήρου.

συστατικά:

Υλικά σαλάτας :

2-3 χούφτες σπανάκι

1 ματσάκι μαϊντανό

1 ματσάκι ρόκα

1/2 φλυτζάνι alfalfa φύτρα

1 κουταλιά αμύγδαλα (προεραιτικά)

1 κουταλιά σταφίδες

1 κουταλάκι πασατέμπο

Dressing:

1 κουταλιά ταχίνι

1 κουταλιά βαλσαμικό ξύδι

1 κουταλάκι μέλι

λίγο γάλα βρώμης για αραίωμα του dressing.