Category Archives: Nourishing Principles

alaskan birch syrup, and a bit on sweeteners.

Posted on July 11, 2011 by

As Joe and I were getting ready to enjoy some sweet potato pancakes on his birthday, he looked at me like he was waiting for something.  “So for putting on top the pancakes, I have some maple syrup, and some … Continue reading →

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somethin’ simple: steaming greens

Posted on April 8, 2011 by

A couple weeks ago, Joe paused from washing collard greens and pondered out loud, “I wonder how many times we’ve steamed greens.”  ”Well,” I laughed, “I’d say it happens at least four times every week…. So how many weeks have … Continue reading →

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ingredients for a perfect day: sweet potato oatmeal pancakes

Posted on March 27, 2011 by

Having only made these once, I guess I can’t really guarantee that they will always lead to a perfect day, but I do know that’s exactly what happened today.  It was an amazing day!  Church this morning, then pancakes, then … Continue reading →

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New Orleans Gumbo, and making your own chicken stock

Posted on March 13, 2011 by

In my last post I mentioned that we were in the process of making gumbo, and I don’t think, at that point, that I could have imagined how wonderful the simmering pot on the stove would be.  Oh my goodness, … Continue reading →

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black bean & cabbage slaw tacos, with fresh tortillas, and sprouting beans

Posted on March 3, 2011 by

First, I’ll warn you: this recipe is a little involved. Second, I’ll offer that there are plenty of short-cuts you could take, if wanted. The idea for these tacos came sometime last week from this recipe over here.  The pictures … Continue reading →

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