Have you seen the documentary, “Game Changers?” Did it make you want to drop your beloved carnitas burrito in favor of a vegetarian one? Nearly everyone I have talked to after seeing this movie made some adjustments to their diets. Most athletes are looking to find the next best thing to propel their performance. […]
Recipe of the Month: Pizza
Pizza Crust adapted from Saveur Magazine I recommend starting the dough 24-48 hours in advance for best texture and flavor. Makes 4 large or 8 small pizzas. 7 cups “00” flour, preferably Caputo brand 2 tsp. active dry yeast 3/4 cup warm water (~85’F) 1 tbl. sugar 3 tbl. olive oil 1 1/2 cups ice water […]
Figgy Newtons
Figgy Newtons makes approximately 30 cookies Dough: 1/2 cup butter, softened 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed 1/4 tsp. salt 1 whole egg 1 egg white 1/2 tsp. vanilla 2 1/2 cups oat flour Cream together butter and sugar and salt. Add eggs and vanilla. Mix until blended. Add oat flour and mix until combined. Form dough into […]
Gluten Free Carrot Bread
(makes 1 loaf) 1 1/2 cups shredded carrots (about 4-5 medium sized carrots) 2 eggs 1 egg white 1 tsp vanilla 1/2 cup almond milk (or other milk) 1/4 cup olive oil 1/4 cup honey 1 cup oat flour 1/2 cup almond flour 1 tsp cinnamon 1/4 tsp nutmeg 1/4 tsp ginger (optional) 1/4 tsp […]
Recipe of the Month: Today’s Granola
Ingredients: 1/2 cup olive oil 1/4 cup water 1/3 cup honey 1/4 cup date paste, optional (can be made by pureeing dates and a little water in your blender) 2 tablespoons brown sugar 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon ginger 1/2 teaspoon vanilla 4 cups old fashioned oats 1/2- 1 cup almonds, roughly chopped 1/2- 1 cup walnuts, roughly chopped Directions: Mix together […]
Recipe of the Month: Lemon Ricotta Pancakes
Lemon Ricotta Pancakes feeds two hungry people 3 eggs, separated 3/4 c. ricotta (fresh, if you can swing it) 1 c. milk zest and juice of 3 medium lemons 1 tsp. vanilla 1 1/4c. AP flour (although, I use oat flour with great success) 1/4 c. sugar […]
Recipe of the Month: Shaved Brussels Sprouts Salad
Shaved Brussels Sprouts Salad Serves 6-10, depending on each diner’s love for Brussels sprouts. Salad Fixings: 2-3 lbs Brussels sprouts, shaved 1 pink lady apple (or honey crisp or fuji), thinly sliced 1 1/2 cup pecans, roughly chopped and toasted Vinaigrette: Whisk together: 1 tablespoon whole grain mustard 1/4 cup maple syrup 1/4 cup butter, […]
