…ago that I made this dish. I remembered it as I prepared for this cleanse, coming up with recipes and such. We made it from scratch using the uncooked chickpeas, but for this recipe I used canned organic chickpeas to shorten cooking time and ease. It is easy to prepare, full of flavor, healthful, and a delight to share with others because of the unique flavors it has. I think of it as a conversation piece of simple food art. I served it with tamar…

…opped, about 2 small squash 6 cups stock, chicken or vegetable, use gluten free if needed 1 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt 3/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper 1 cup dried Spanish chorizo, small chopped for garnish, omit for vegetarian 1 cup goat cheese, crumbled for garnish 1/4 cup fresh flat leaf parsley chopped for garnish Method: 1. In a 6 quart Dutch oven or heavy bottom pot, heat the oil over medium heat, add onions. Cook until tender, but no colo…

…leanse, so long as they do not contain weird ingredients, they must be GMO free and organic or homemade. With eating less in general, I made the choice to make this black bean mango bowl, and if I made enough for leftovers I could have a taco… or two. I included the mango chunks in this black bean bowl for added texture and natural sweetness. This recipe also benefits from chile Serrano, my favorite fresh chile, a squeeze of lime for brightness an…

…redients, no funky stuff, good morals, and use them. Sabra is one of those companies. Their hummus is delicious, healthy, and affordable. Although today you get a whole care package from them for free, it gives you an opportunity to try it out, and I suggest you jot this down as a go to hummus. It is freaking yummy. I used a cast iron skillet on the stove top to cook this recipe. I also grilled it, and baked it. The results vary but are all delici…

…rge pinch of salt, about 1/4 teaspoon, and 1/2 teaspoon of pepper. Stir to combine. Add the remaining olive oil, and kale. Stir to combine. Cover and cook for 5 minutes or a until kale is warmed and wilted a bit. Add the lemon zest and stir. Taste the seasoning now. Does it need salt or pepper? Add a little at a time, and taste, but remember the cheese has salt so keep that in mind when adding more salt. Stir. 3. Serve with large shaved pieces of…

…ness craving. However, I really would only use this brand. I did tons of research and Asian store shopping to come across this brand of paste. It has no preservatives, color added, or funky ingredients Which is my kind of food. The ingredients are: green chile, lemongrass, garlic, salt, galangal, shrimp paste, kaffir lime, coriander seed, pepper, cumin, tumeric. I did this all on my own, no one is paying me for this. These are my opinions and my r…

…which is a must for someone who is cooking all day, every day, like me! I examined the blender carefully, and I am happy to report, it is well made and very sturdy. For $129.99 you get a good solid product that could last a very long time. The case includes the 8 inch blending arm, three bell attachments that perform various tasks, a whisk attachment, a one liter cup, and a two and a half size cup to use for mixing, both BPA free. S Blade: It ble…