tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-64044926786360966442024-03-19T04:27:29.739-04:00The Relaxed Vegana selection of my favorite vegan recipes & restaurants + yoga tipsAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06187215463625900734noreply@blogger.comBlogger160125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6404492678636096644.post-79949115241297469102016-11-29T14:26:00.003-05:002016-11-29T14:26:50.364-05:00citrus ginger smoothie to fight colds<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgp65HEm8rFnfQfiq24R7bBBK4plEnF7mV9hqZsiGUTew3HsrTzKHtGG8G4wgtxl3GPxY_QnPoegpaltLHH-hgejqL9-TYYhYIp15GkzaeyYFN1-HcJ1mQvcphzPgK-sYomObUQM-le_aM/s640/blogger-image--962686682.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgp65HEm8rFnfQfiq24R7bBBK4plEnF7mV9hqZsiGUTew3HsrTzKHtGG8G4wgtxl3GPxY_QnPoegpaltLHH-hgejqL9-TYYhYIp15GkzaeyYFN1-HcJ1mQvcphzPgK-sYomObUQM-le_aM/s320/blogger-image--962686682.jpg" width="320" /></a>Fighting off another family cold, Arlo and I decided to make "flu-fighter sunshine smoothie" from the <i><a href="http://ohsheglows.com/">oh she glows</a></i> cookbook. Delicious! Citrus, ginger, lemon & cayenne to fight off any cold or flu, plus maple syrup to sweeten it up. Packed full of goodness!<br />
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<b><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif; font-size: large;">flu-fighter sunshine smoothie by <a href="http://ohsheglows.com/about/">Angela Liddon</a></span></b><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif; font-size: large;">2 oranges</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif; font-size: large;">2 tbsps lemon juice</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif; font-size: large;">1 tsp grated ginger</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif; font-size: large;">3 to 5 ice cubes</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif; font-size: large;">pinch of cayenne</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif; font-size: large;">throw in a blender and mix until desired consistency</span><br />
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check out <a href="http://ohsheglows.com/">http://ohsheglows.com/</a> for tons of amazing vegan recipes or pick up a copy of <i><a href="http://ohsheglows.com/the-book/">oh she glows</a></i> cookbook (my current favorite cookbook) and be on the lookout for Angela's newest cookbook <i><a href="https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/0143196510/ref=as_li_qf_sp_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=15121&creative=330641&creativeASIN=0143196510&linkCode=as2&tag=ohshgl0c-20">oh she glows every day</a> </i>(it's on my Christmas list!)<br />
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Jennifer Maagendanshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17787593001325769485noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6404492678636096644.post-53980626131277269132016-09-27T11:46:00.000-04:002016-09-27T14:28:32.266-04:00Vegan Chunky Apple Cinnamon Muffins<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjRI3qifiP0cJO0WXYPnJIXd_07EHpgXASR6MLiqLqODQRaWKQJ89Dym1AXoc0SfbcMZzDb874czhsAxeg1h-AqfqnHrOB8iythArooFuvGQCJAniVxzbgT3uKPAXai80ti_uZa8H5G_pM/s640/blogger-image-1262298511.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjRI3qifiP0cJO0WXYPnJIXd_07EHpgXASR6MLiqLqODQRaWKQJ89Dym1AXoc0SfbcMZzDb874czhsAxeg1h-AqfqnHrOB8iythArooFuvGQCJAniVxzbgT3uKPAXai80ti_uZa8H5G_pM/s200/blogger-image-1262298511.jpg" width="200" /></a>After an amazing day apple picking, I got straight to baking this morning. My oldest son Levi is now going to school, so we are on the lookout for new and creative lunch box treats. Naturally, my top choice is muffins. After searching for a new recipe I came across this one (see below). Levi hasn't had a chance to taste test them yet, but they are Arlo (21 months) approved!<br />
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These muffins came out super moist and tasty. To make them lunch box friendly use soy milk instead of almond milk (to avoid the nuts), and depending on your love of cinnamon, you could reduce the total amount to 2 tsp.<br />
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiPT3GZRJerbbd9cpiaT1x7AbffWa1ZH-QqTdTYCxRHo_XNx-ftuYaxp9msWhzSOEVsU1uLYqIRq50zRrk-eHyDfyhtutIlwPV5LRgW0IgRVWFm0XvBJ0DxJKDtt8wCQS_xsz_x0o7OXUc/s640/blogger-image-1320648337.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiPT3GZRJerbbd9cpiaT1x7AbffWa1ZH-QqTdTYCxRHo_XNx-ftuYaxp9msWhzSOEVsU1uLYqIRq50zRrk-eHyDfyhtutIlwPV5LRgW0IgRVWFm0XvBJ0DxJKDtt8wCQS_xsz_x0o7OXUc/s200/blogger-image-1320648337.jpg" width="200" /></a><a href="http://www.averiecooks.com/2013/09/vegan-chunky-apple-cinnamon-muffins.html">Vegan Chunky Apple Cinnamon Muffins </a></h2>
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<a href="http://www.averiecooks.com/about">by Averie Sunshine</a> </h3>
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<b>Apples<br />
</b>1 1/2 cups apple, diced small + 1/4 cup apple, diced small,
reserved for topping <br />
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour<br />
1 teaspoon cinnamon<br />
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1/2 cup mashed ripe banana<br />
3/4 cup granulated sugar<br />
1/2 cup unsweetened vanilla almond milk (<i>I used soy to make it lunch box friendly</i>)<br />
1/3 cup <a href="http://www.iherb.com/nutiva-organic-extra-virgin-coconut-oil-15-fl-oz-445-ml/5280?rcode=ave630">coconut oil</a>, melted (vegetable or canola oil may be substituted)<br />
1 tablespoon vanilla extract<br />
2 teaspoons cinnamon<br />
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg<br />
1 cup plus all-purpose flour<br />
2 teaspoons baking powder<br />
pinch salt, optional and to taste<br />
optional for sprinkling; pinch of turbinado sugar & cinnamon </div>
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<li>Preheat oven to 400F. Spray a non-stick 12-cup regular muffin pan very
well with floured cooking spray or grease and flour the pan; set aside.
(I don't prefer the cosmetic look of muffin liners and I am not sure if
the paper will stick to the muffins)</li>
<li>For the Apples - In a medium bowl, combine 1 1/2
cups apples, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour, and
toss to coat. The flour helps prevent apples from sinking during baking;
set aside.</li>
<li>Batter - In a large bowl, mash the bananas with a fork.</li>
<li>Add the sugar, milk (room temp milk will prevent coconut oil from
re-solidifying; if it does anyway, some small clumps are okay), oil,
vanilla, 2 teaspoons cinnamon, nutmeg, and whisk until combined.</li>
<li>Add 1 cup flour, baking powder, optional salt, and stir until just
combined; don't overmix. Batter is quite thick and if yours is seemingly
too thick, add a tiny additional splash of milk to thin it.</li>
<li>Fold in 1 1/2 cups apples and any loose flour in bottom of bowl.</li>
<li>Divide batter equally among the cavities of the prepared pan. Each
cavity will be about 3/4 full. Spraying a one-quarter cup measure with
cooking spray so the batter slides right off is handy here.</li>
<li>Using the reserved 1/4 cup diced apples, top each muffin with a couple pieces, divided equally.</li>
<li>Optionally add a pinch of turbinado sugar and pinch of cinnamon to each muffin top.</li>
<li>Bake for about 17 to 18 minutes, or until tops are domed, puffed,
and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, or with a few
moist crumbs dangling but no batter. Allow muffins to cool in pan for
about 10 to 15 minutes before removing and placing on a rack to cool
completely. Muffins will keep airtight at room temperature for up to 5
days, or in the freezer for up to 6 months. </li>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06187215463625900734noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6404492678636096644.post-36440207290827373302016-05-17T13:19:00.002-04:002016-05-17T13:19:41.408-04:00vegan banana and chia muffins<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">I made these muffins recently when I had a bunch of over ripe bananas and a large bag of chia seeds waiting to be used. I googled #vegan #banana #chia and found this recipe. Normally I'm not a huge fan of gluten free muffins, but these ones were good, and the kids LOVED them! They are super easy to make, and turned out nice and moist.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">I substituted ground flax for ground almonds, and rice flour instead of tapioca flour, as I didn't have any on hand.</span></div>
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<b>Vegan Banana and Chia Muffins</b><br />
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<li class="ingredient" itemprop="ingredients">2tbsp <a href="http://perfectlypaleo.co.uk/shop/cupboard-essentials/nuts-seeds/raw-health-organic-black-chia-seeds-450g/">Chia</a></li>
<li class="ingredient" itemprop="ingredients">4 ripe bananas (approx 650g)</li>
<li class="ingredient" itemprop="ingredients">1 cup <a href="http://perfectlypaleo.co.uk/shop/nut-butters/meridian-smooth-almond-butter-1kg/">almond butter</a></li>
<li class="ingredient" itemprop="ingredients">70g ground almonds</li>
<li class="ingredient" itemprop="ingredients">2 tbsp <a href="http://perfectlypaleo.co.uk/shop/paleo-baking/flours-baking-mixes/bobs-red-mill-tapioca-flour-500g/">tapioca flour</a></li>
<li class="ingredient" itemprop="ingredients">2 tbsp <a href="http://perfectlypaleo.co.uk/shop/paleo-baking/honeys-sweeteners/maple-syrup/buckwud-100-pure-canadian-maple-syrup-250g/">maple syrup</a></li>
<li class="ingredient" itemprop="ingredients">1 tsp <a href="https://www.dovesfarm.co.uk/flour-and-ingredients/baking-powder-1-x-110g/">baking powder</a></li>
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<li class="instruction" itemprop="recipeInstructions">Pre-heat oven to 180 ° c</li>
<li class="instruction" itemprop="recipeInstructions">In to a large mixing bowl place your bananas and mash until smooth and gloopy</li>
<li class="instruction" itemprop="recipeInstructions">Add in your almond butter and mix thoroughly</li>
<li class="instruction" itemprop="recipeInstructions">Now fold in the tapioca flour, ground almonds and baking powder and combine</li>
<li class="instruction" itemprop="recipeInstructions">Add in the maple syrup and mix in</li>
<li class="instruction" itemprop="recipeInstructions">Add in the chia seeds, mix in and allow to stand for 3-4 minutes</li>
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to a non stick muffin / cup cake pan place about 1.5tbsp mixture in to
each and then place in to the oven for 25 minutes until they have risen
and the tops are firm</li>
<li class="instruction" itemprop="recipeInstructions">They might still feel a little soft, but don't worry- as they cool they will firm up a lot</li>
<li class="instruction" itemprop="recipeInstructions">Allow to fully cool before taking out of the muffin pan and enjoy!</li>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06187215463625900734noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6404492678636096644.post-7944876122985511902016-05-05T15:08:00.000-04:002016-05-05T15:08:50.879-04:00from kidney stones to cute glass water bottles<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: small;">A couple of months ago I ended up in the emergency room with extreme pain and 2 kidney stones. The most likely cause being dehydration. With 2 kids, breastfeeding and lack of sleep, I was not drinking enough water. It's no excuse, but it's what happened. As much as we are told how important it is to drink water, we forget, or at least I did. It's not just a fad, it's super important, not just to make our skin look better, but to maintain our health. So my recipe for today is very simple:</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b>water</b></span></div>
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<b>directions: pour it in a glass or cute bottle, sip often, bring it with you </b></div>
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<b>optional: add lemon or cucumber slices</b></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">To help make water drinking more desirable, I searched for a cute, eco-friendly water bottle, and discovered an awesome company called <a href="http://www.mybkr.com/">bkr</a> run by 2 women who hold the same ideals as me. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: x-small;"><i><span style="line-height: 1.6em;">Tal
Winter and Kate Cutler were two intelligent, fashionable, cultured women in love with
everything glowing and glamorous—but realized they were drinking from
trash: cheap, disposable, plastic water bottles. Not glamorous. Instead,
they wanted to drink from something clean, clear, soft and beautiful
that felt like a couture accessory and not camping equipment. A product
to be loved, not tossed away—a product they believed they could design.
So they quit their jobs, said yes to the adventure, and recreated their
lives.
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Four years later bkr has gained a dedicated following, earning its
reputation as a coveted beauty essential and the solution to staying
hydrated. Each season bkr releases limited edition collections inspired
by runway trends in New York, London, Paris and Milan. Always BPA-free,
phthalate-free, adorable and addictive. Welcome to your newest
obsession.</span></i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="line-height: 1.6em;">I wanted to support this company, and make water drinking attractive for others, so I decided to sell them at our <a href="http://www.lunayoga.ca/">yoga studio</a>.
For every bottle sold, we will donate $2 to an awesome foundation that
is located across the street from us, and who's hardworking
employees practice at <a href="http://www.lunayoga.ca/">Luna</a>; the <a href="https://makeawish.ca/">Make a Wish Foundation</a><span style="font-weight: normal;"> "<i>granting the wishes of children with life-threatening medical
conditions to enrich the human experience with hope, strength and joy".</i></span></span></span></span></span><i><span style="font-size: 11pt; line-height: 1.6em;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"> </span></span></i></div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06187215463625900734noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6404492678636096644.post-57910116592337131722015-09-30T15:26:00.000-04:002015-09-30T15:26:10.662-04:00healthy sweet potato apple muffins<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj4UGzOKbSnpPDONTGwKBvnGyEba3GBKNTDQF5UpR4UP2BBCRdS0ao43HfMwbqdYJAA7ZGxJFTxV1NMdJV7Mw4bDvCgu-dfNe15gyT-oInxMiz9m7XWz2NujyIo7kFJVQ9LjV7Th_RcnvQ/s640/blogger-image-2055906348.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj4UGzOKbSnpPDONTGwKBvnGyEba3GBKNTDQF5UpR4UP2BBCRdS0ao43HfMwbqdYJAA7ZGxJFTxV1NMdJV7Mw4bDvCgu-dfNe15gyT-oInxMiz9m7XWz2NujyIo7kFJVQ9LjV7Th_RcnvQ/s320/blogger-image-2055906348.jpg" width="320" /></a>For the past 3 years I've been hosting a <a href="https://www.facebook.com/JenniferMaagendans/media_set?set=a.10156025870595461.1073741832.899130460&type=3&pnref=story">Hudson Harvest Retreat</a> in my hometown. It's a day filled with some of my favorite things: yoga, apple picking, delicious vegetarian food, market browsing and lots of fresh country air. Everyone goes home with a bag of organic apples ready to be eaten.<br />
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjbKjoGtgtEvppYRp22HRPiOxOlczulStpjNr7NKWzgKNAcUkAyjKY5rf02aOIxtMuhyrnB7UvNGBg3Tn5yGQv8PkxekT8lg5u9bb8efuOnu0975ylxLlPOJofDpO9NYNXp6ZknWUYft7Y/s640/blogger-image--1991030057.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjbKjoGtgtEvppYRp22HRPiOxOlczulStpjNr7NKWzgKNAcUkAyjKY5rf02aOIxtMuhyrnB7UvNGBg3Tn5yGQv8PkxekT8lg5u9bb8efuOnu0975ylxLlPOJofDpO9NYNXp6ZknWUYft7Y/s320/blogger-image--1991030057.jpg" width="320" /></a>If you've read my blog before you know that we love muffins in our house. They're great for snacks, and kids love them, so I'm always on the look out for new healthy recipes. With a fresh bag of apples in my fridge and some homemade applesauce, I searched for a new recipe and found a sweet potato muffin recipe from <a href="http://www.yummly.com/recipe/external/Sweet-Potato-Muffins-1259775">Haute and Healthy Living</a> on <a href="http://www.yummly.com/">Yummly</a>. Yummly is an amazing source for recipes, it's easy to use, and allows you to save recipes, rate them, etc. I altered the sweet potato recipe I found and came up with this...<br />
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Ingredients<br />
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<li class="ingredient" id="zlrecipe-ingredient-0" itemprop="ingredients">1 large sweet potato
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<li class="ingredient" id="zlrecipe-ingredient-1" itemprop="ingredients">1/2 cup of unsweetened almond milk
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<li class="ingredient" id="zlrecipe-ingredient-2" itemprop="ingredients">1 tsp. pure vanilla extract
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<li class="ingredient" id="zlrecipe-ingredient-3" itemprop="ingredients">1/4 cup sunflower oil
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<li class="ingredient" id="zlrecipe-ingredient-4" itemprop="ingredients">1/4 cup unsweetened apple sauce
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<li class="ingredient" id="zlrecipe-ingredient-5" itemprop="ingredients">3/4 cups of pure maple syrup </li>
<li class="ingredient" id="zlrecipe-ingredient-6" itemprop="ingredients">1 tbsp. of chia seeds
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<li class="ingredient" id="zlrecipe-ingredient-7" itemprop="ingredients">2 cups of kamut flour
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<li class="ingredient" id="zlrecipe-ingredient-8" itemprop="ingredients">2 tsp. baking powder
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<li class="ingredient" id="zlrecipe-ingredient-9" itemprop="ingredients">2 tsp. baking soda
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<li class="ingredient" id="zlrecipe-ingredient-10" itemprop="ingredients">1 tsp. cinnamon
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<li class="ingredient" id="zlrecipe-ingredient-11" itemprop="ingredients">1/4 tsp. sea salt
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<li class="ingredient" id="zlrecipe-ingredient-12" itemprop="ingredients">Top with a light sprinkle of chopped walnuts (optional)
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Instructions</div>
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<li class="instruction" id="zlrecipe-instruction-0" itemprop="recipeInstructions">Preheat the oven to 400F. </li>
<li class="instruction" id="zlrecipe-instruction-1" itemprop="recipeInstructions">Peel and chop sweet potato into small chunks. Boil for 10 mins. Mash the sweet potato well in the mixing bowl.
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<li class="instruction" id="zlrecipe-instruction-2" itemprop="recipeInstructions">Add the milk, vanilla, oil, maple syrup and applesauce (wet ingredients). Add chia seeds and let sit.
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<li class="instruction" id="zlrecipe-instruction-3" itemprop="recipeInstructions">Combine all of the dry ingredients together in a separate bowl.
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<li class="instruction" id="zlrecipe-instruction-4" itemprop="recipeInstructions">Fold dry ingredients into wet ingredients until well mixed.
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<li class="instruction" id="zlrecipe-instruction-5" itemprop="recipeInstructions">Take a muffin tray and spray each muffin round with cooking spray. Pour the muffin mixture evenly into 12 muffin rounds.
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<li class="instruction" id="zlrecipe-instruction-6" itemprop="recipeInstructions">Bake at 400 for 20 to 25 minutes. </li>
<li class="instruction" id="zlrecipe-instruction-7" itemprop="recipeInstructions">Bake another 5 minutes until nothing sticks to a sharp knife when inserted into the center of the muffin.
</li>
<li class="instruction" id="zlrecipe-instruction-8" itemprop="recipeInstructions">Enjoy
when cool enough to bite into. Let them sit a good 10 minutes and
they'll lose some of their moisture. At first they may seem very dense. </li>
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<i>Nutrients per serving (for one muffin):</i><br />
Servings: 12 • Calories: 178 • Fat: 5.6 g • Carbohydrates: 31 g •
Fibre: 3.4 g • Protein: 3.2 g • Sugar: 14.3 g • Sodium: 227 mg •
Cholesterol: 0 mgAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06187215463625900734noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6404492678636096644.post-35993393627038754142015-07-31T15:33:00.000-04:002015-07-31T15:40:45.895-04:00Culinist: recipes + fresh ingredients delivered to your door<div class="separator" style="clear: both;">
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I love the idea as I often find the toughest part about cooking is choosing what to make, and then making sure I have all the ingredients. The only downfall for us is that there are only 2 vegetarian options. If there was a vegan version (or just more vegan options), I would be totally into it!<br />
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If you're interested in trying it out, let me know and I can send you a coupon for 2 free meals, that's how I found out about it from my friend Marissa!</div>
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Jennifer Maagendanshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17787593001325769485noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6404492678636096644.post-28393889338439135702015-06-02T14:26:00.000-04:002015-06-02T14:26:09.112-04:00Vegan EnerChia Bars<div class="" style="clear: both;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYIXHFC-cymsagBnJhB5PIbw8-kNHX1TibycQptVi5e3KLxLuAnuQuPZy8r4tU6whidYhUFh4udUvHwiUz7zhnUOpcwmhYuhyphenhyphenBqLdJ-UcOm8xw7GL4Sehw40cA7DkHY2PLI-_T4O87prA/s640/blogger-image--635559008.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYIXHFC-cymsagBnJhB5PIbw8-kNHX1TibycQptVi5e3KLxLuAnuQuPZy8r4tU6whidYhUFh4udUvHwiUz7zhnUOpcwmhYuhyphenhyphenBqLdJ-UcOm8xw7GL4Sehw40cA7DkHY2PLI-_T4O87prA/s320/blogger-image--635559008.jpg" width="320" /></a>I'm definitely a snacker, and have tried<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"> many healthy bars in my lifetime, but I never found one that I really liked until now... My husband came home a couple of weeks ago and said a guy came into our yoga studio selling healthy bars that were locally made and vegan, so he bought a box to resell. I rolled my eyes and questioned whether he'd made a good decision. I'm on maternity leave, so he's in charge. People come into the studio to try to sell us stuff all the time. Most of it we either don't like, or we don't need. We don't have a huge retail section, and many of our students are rushing out after class so they don't have time to 'shop'. We've also tried selling granola bars in the past, and I ended up eating most of them.</span></div>
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The following week I went to the studio for our Mom & Baby Yoga class. I grabbed one of the bars (with the lowest expectations), and was so pleasantly surprised, that I stocked my purse with a couple extra ones. They are moist, chewy and delicious! The fact that they are vegan and locally made only makes them that much better. I thought the peanut butter chocolate one would be my favorite, but I've been addicted to the chocolate coconut & almond one. Apparently the almond, cranberry & goji berry is very popular amongst yogis, but I have yet to try it.<br />
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We are proud to support <a href="http://enerchia.ca/">EnerChia</a>, and now sell all 3 flavors at <a href="http://www.lunayoga.ca/">Luna Yoga</a>.Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06187215463625900734noreply@blogger.com0Montreal, QC, Canada45.5016889 -73.56725599999998645.1459249 -74.212702999999991 45.8574529 -72.921808999999982tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6404492678636096644.post-85131931415531899512015-05-13T14:58:00.000-04:002015-05-13T16:32:40.612-04:00vegan juicer pulp muffins<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Since we started juicing, we've been testing out recipes to use up our leftover juicer pulp. We've tried soup, veggie burgers and several muffin recipes. So far this is the best one. It's adapted slightly from <a href="http://www.eat-yourself-skinny.com/2014/10/juice-pulp-muffins.html">Eat Yourself Skinny</a> blog.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">I'm hoping to find a good veggie pate recipe that incorporates leftover juicer pulp... Let me know if you have any recommendations.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><b><u>vegan juicer pulp muffins</u></b> </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">3 cups flour (my favorite is kamut)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">1/2 cup flax seed meal</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">1/2 tsp sea salt</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">1 tbsp baking powder</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">1tsp cinnamon</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">2 cups veggie pulp (leftover from <a href="http://therelaxedvegan.blogspot.ca/2015/02/immune-boost-juice.html">Immune Boast Juice</a>) </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">1/2 cup applesauce</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">1/2 banana</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">1/2 cup almond or soy milk</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">1/2 cup maple syrup</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">1 tsp vanilla</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Combine dry ingredients. Mix in wet ingredients. Pour into oiled muffin tray. Bake for 20-25 mins.</span><br />
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*try them served with almond or peanut butter (I started doing this while I had gestational diabetes to help increase my protein intake, and loved it!) <br />
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Ingredients</div>
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<li class="ingredient" id="zlrecipe-ingredient-0" itemprop="ingredients">3 cups whole wheat flour
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<li class="ingredient" id="zlrecipe-ingredient-1" itemprop="ingredients">1/4 cup flax seed meal
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<li class="ingredient" id="zlrecipe-ingredient-2" itemprop="ingredients">1/2 tsp. salt
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<li class="ingredient" id="zlrecipe-ingredient-3" itemprop="ingredients">1 Tbsp baking powder
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<li class="ingredient" id="zlrecipe-ingredient-4" itemprop="ingredients">1 tsp. cinnamon
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<li class="ingredient" id="zlrecipe-ingredient-5" itemprop="ingredients">1/2 tsp. nutmeg
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<li class="ingredient" id="zlrecipe-ingredient-6" itemprop="ingredients">2 cups fruit/veggie pulp (I used approximately 1 bunch kale, 4 carrots, 2 green apples and 1 large chunk of fresh ginger)
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<li class="ingredient" id="zlrecipe-ingredient-7" itemprop="ingredients">1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
</li>
<li class="ingredient" id="zlrecipe-ingredient-8" itemprop="ingredients">1/2 banana, mashed
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<li class="ingredient" id="zlrecipe-ingredient-9" itemprop="ingredients">1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk
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<li class="ingredient" id="zlrecipe-ingredient-10" itemprop="ingredients">1/2 cup maple syrup or honey
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<li class="ingredient" id="zlrecipe-ingredient-11" itemprop="ingredients">1 tsp. vanilla extract
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<li class="ingredient" id="zlrecipe-ingredient-12" itemprop="ingredients">Handful of rolled oats</li>
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Instructions</div>
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<li class="instruction" id="zlrecipe-instruction-0" itemprop="recipeInstructions">Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
</li>
<li class="instruction" id="zlrecipe-instruction-1" itemprop="recipeInstructions">In
a large bowl, combine the flour, flax meal, salt, baking powder,
cinnamon and nutmeg together. Then add in the pulp followed by the
yogurt, banana, almond milk, maple syrup/honey and vanilla extract.
</li>
<li class="instruction" id="zlrecipe-instruction-2" itemprop="recipeInstructions">Mix until just combined and add more almond milk if too thick.
</li>
<li class="instruction" id="zlrecipe-instruction-3" itemprop="recipeInstructions">Add
batter to lightly sprayed muffin tins and sprinkle with rolled oats.
Bake for 20 to 25 minutes. Muffins will be done when a toothpick
inserted into the middle comes out clean. Enjoy!</li>
</ol>
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Nutritional Information</div>
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Serving Size: 1 muffin • Calories: 98.1 • Fat: 0.8 g • Carbs: 20 g • Fiber: 2.8 g • Protein: 3.5 g • WW Points+: 2 pts </div>
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- See more at: http://www.eat-yourself-skinny.com/2014/10/juice-pulp-muffins.html#sthash.VR0xsTEv.dpuf</div>
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<li class="ingredient" id="zlrecipe-ingredient-0" itemprop="ingredients">3 cups whole wheat flour
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<li class="ingredient" id="zlrecipe-ingredient-1" itemprop="ingredients">1/4 cup flax seed meal
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<li class="ingredient" id="zlrecipe-ingredient-2" itemprop="ingredients">1/2 tsp. salt
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<li class="ingredient" id="zlrecipe-ingredient-3" itemprop="ingredients">1 Tbsp baking powder
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<li class="ingredient" id="zlrecipe-ingredient-4" itemprop="ingredients">1 tsp. cinnamon
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<li class="ingredient" id="zlrecipe-ingredient-5" itemprop="ingredients">1/2 tsp. nutmeg
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<li class="ingredient" id="zlrecipe-ingredient-6" itemprop="ingredients">2 cups fruit/veggie pulp (I used approximately 1 bunch kale, 4 carrots, 2 green apples and 1 large chunk of fresh ginger)
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<li class="ingredient" id="zlrecipe-ingredient-7" itemprop="ingredients">1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
</li>
<li class="ingredient" id="zlrecipe-ingredient-8" itemprop="ingredients">1/2 banana, mashed
</li>
<li class="ingredient" id="zlrecipe-ingredient-9" itemprop="ingredients">1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk
</li>
<li class="ingredient" id="zlrecipe-ingredient-10" itemprop="ingredients">1/2 cup maple syrup or honey
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<li class="ingredient" id="zlrecipe-ingredient-11" itemprop="ingredients">1 tsp. vanilla extract
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<li class="ingredient" id="zlrecipe-ingredient-12" itemprop="ingredients">Handful of rolled oats</li>
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Instructions</div>
<ol class="instructions" id="zlrecipe-instructions-list">
<li class="instruction" id="zlrecipe-instruction-0" itemprop="recipeInstructions">Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
</li>
<li class="instruction" id="zlrecipe-instruction-1" itemprop="recipeInstructions">In
a large bowl, combine the flour, flax meal, salt, baking powder,
cinnamon and nutmeg together. Then add in the pulp followed by the
yogurt, banana, almond milk, maple syrup/honey and vanilla extract.
</li>
<li class="instruction" id="zlrecipe-instruction-2" itemprop="recipeInstructions">Mix until just combined and add more almond milk if too thick.
</li>
<li class="instruction" id="zlrecipe-instruction-3" itemprop="recipeInstructions">Add
batter to lightly sprayed muffin tins and sprinkle with rolled oats.
Bake for 20 to 25 minutes. Muffins will be done when a toothpick
inserted into the middle comes out clean. Enjoy!</li>
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Nutritional Information</div>
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Serving Size: 1 muffin • Calories: 98.1 • Fat: 0.8 g • Carbs: 20 g • Fiber: 2.8 g • Protein: 3.5 g • WW Points+: 2 pts </div>
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- See more at: http://www.eat-yourself-skinny.com/2014/10/juice-pulp-muffins.html#sthash.VR0xsTEv.dpuf</div>
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<li class="ingredient" id="zlrecipe-ingredient-0" itemprop="ingredients">3 cups whole wheat flour
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<li class="ingredient" id="zlrecipe-ingredient-1" itemprop="ingredients">1/4 cup flax seed meal
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<li class="ingredient" id="zlrecipe-ingredient-2" itemprop="ingredients">1/2 tsp. salt
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<li class="ingredient" id="zlrecipe-ingredient-3" itemprop="ingredients">1 Tbsp baking powder
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<li class="ingredient" id="zlrecipe-ingredient-4" itemprop="ingredients">1 tsp. cinnamon
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<li class="ingredient" id="zlrecipe-ingredient-5" itemprop="ingredients">1/2 tsp. nutmeg
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<li class="ingredient" id="zlrecipe-ingredient-6" itemprop="ingredients">2 cups fruit/veggie pulp (I used approximately 1 bunch kale, 4 carrots, 2 green apples and 1 large chunk of fresh ginger)
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<li class="ingredient" id="zlrecipe-ingredient-7" itemprop="ingredients">1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
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<li class="ingredient" id="zlrecipe-ingredient-8" itemprop="ingredients">1/2 banana, mashed
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<li class="ingredient" id="zlrecipe-ingredient-9" itemprop="ingredients">1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk
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a large bowl, combine the flour, flax meal, salt, baking powder,
cinnamon and nutmeg together. Then add in the pulp followed by the
yogurt, banana, almond milk, maple syrup/honey and vanilla extract.
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Bake for 20 to 25 minutes. Muffins will be done when a toothpick
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Serving Size: 1 muffin • Calories: 98.1 • Fat: 0.8 g • Carbs: 20 g • Fiber: 2.8 g • Protein: 3.5 g • WW Points+: 2 pts </div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06187215463625900734noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6404492678636096644.post-24554539404539456682015-02-26T12:24:00.000-05:002015-02-26T12:24:44.351-05:00Immune Boost Juice<div style="text-align: center;">
Although juicing has been popular for quite a while now, I only got into it recently and finally bought a juicer last month. After doing a bit of research on juicers, a friend recommended the Omega 8006, so I checked it out and ordered it on Amazon. My intention was to start with green juices, but with cold season in full swing we've been addicted to the Immune Boost Juice from <i><a href="http://domesticaffair.blogspot.ca/">Jae Steele's</a> <a href="http://www.arsenalpulp.com/bookinfo.php?index=275">Get it Ripe</a></i> cookbook. It's so easy to make, and turns out a delicious red! </div>
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Immune Boost Juice: 3 carrots, 1 beet, 1 apple, 1 chunk ginger root, half a lemon </div>
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The juice is a little spicy for Levi, but he loves feeding the veggies into the juicer.</div>
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The only downfall to juicing is all the leftover pulp... So why not turn
it into muffins! There are tons of recipes online, or check out <a href="http://www.arsenalpulp.com/bookinfo.php?index=275">Jae's Get it Ripe</a> cookbook for the Juicier Pulp Muffins. </div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06187215463625900734noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6404492678636096644.post-75006595440054834612015-01-28T12:43:00.001-05:002015-01-28T12:43:55.701-05:00ViraOne’s Chocolate Chaga Mushroom Nutrition Mix<a href="http://www.viraone.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/ViraOne-Package-new.png" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://www.viraone.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/ViraOne-Package-new.png" height="320" width="224" /></a>I've never really been into shakes or nutritional powders, but with pregnancy, gestational diabetes and <br />
now breastfeeding, I felt like I needed a little boost. I started adding some protein powders to smoothies, but often found they left a 'powdery' taste, and/or I was just trying to cover up the taste of the powder with other ingredients. Then I remembered Mark Brown had sent me some taste testers from his company <a href="http://www.viraone.com/">ViraOne</a>. Since the label had the word 'chocolate' in it, I decided to add it to soy milk (normally I would use Almond Milk, but with the gestational diabetes I had to switch to soy to increase my protein intake). It turned out to be delicious! It reminds me a bit of the chocolate milk we used to have as kids, made with Quick (except this is like a much healthier, not-so-sweet version). Since I had to limit my sugar intake, this also makes for a nice dessert.<br />
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The second time I added the <a href="http://www.viraone.com/">ViraOne</a> Mix to the "Truth Smoothie" from Sharon Gannon's <a href="http://www.simplerecipesforjoy.com/"><i>Simple Recipes for Joy </i></a>cookbook. It turned out to be the perfect addition, with a hint of chocolate flavor. <br />
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ViraOne’s Chocolate Chaga Mushroom Nutrition Mix is full of Good Stuff.
The nutrient-dense formula is based on superfoods and superherbs. All
ingredients are raw, vegan, gluten-free, sustainable, and non-GMO. Plus it's a Canadian company!<br />
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<i>ViraOne was created in nature, not in a lab. The nutrition mix was
formulated by Adele Engel in the mountains of British Columbia. When
faced with a life-threatening illness, Adele used her knowledge of
superfoods and herbs to create a delicious tasting and highly effective
super-mix, and began to heal herself. As a nutritionist, health coach,
and yogini, Adele’s work caught the interest of others, and so she
started to share it.</i><br />
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</i><i>After many years of perfecting the formula, tried and tested on a
devoted clientele, Adele passed on the recipe to Mark Brown. Mark now
runs the company from both Huntingdon, QC and Oshawa, ON. Mark is
sticking to Adele’s original recipe, offering optimal nutrition and
vibrant health to even more Canadians.</i><br />
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</i><i>Most importantly, he continues to use only the Good Stuff in ViraOne:
organic herbs, whole foods straight from the wild, nutrient-rich sea
algaes, and more.</i><br />
<i><a href="http://www.viraone.com/">http://www.viraone.com/ </a></i>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06187215463625900734noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6404492678636096644.post-64784312974109424992014-10-29T14:58:00.002-04:002014-10-29T14:58:30.471-04:00Vegan Caesar Dressing by Sharon Gannon<div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">We've tried several vegan Caesar Dressings without success, before finding this perfect recipe. Not only did my husband approve of this dressing (he can be quite selective), but my Mother-in-Law (Caesar connoisseur) even asked for the recipe! </span></div>
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For full recipe see <a href="http://www.simplerecipesforjoy.com/">Simple Recipes for Joy</a>.</div>
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Recipe from <em><a href="http://www.simplerecipesforjoy.com/">Simple Recipes for Joy</a></em> by <a href="http://www.simplerecipesforjoy.com/sharon-gannon/"><em>Sharon Gannon</em></a>.</div>
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<strong>Master Class and Book Launch with Sharon Gannon, November 1st, 2014, 360 St Jacques, Montreal</strong></div>
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<br />Jennifer Maagendanshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17787593001325769485noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6404492678636096644.post-4884959968558871102014-10-15T19:22:00.000-04:002014-10-15T19:22:33.869-04:00Vegan Meatballs with Pasta & Tomato SauceThis was my first ever attempt at making Meatballs. I was so excited to get a copy of <a href="http://www.simplerecipesforjoy.com/sharon-gannon/">Sharon Gannon's</a> new cookbook <i><a href="http://www.simplerecipesforjoy.com/">Simple Recipes for Joy</a> </i>that I decided to dive right in and try something completely new. They turned out extremely flavorful and the perfect consistency (I feared dry and crumbly). I served them on brown rice pasta with a delicious tomato sauce recipe also from <a href="http://www.simplerecipesforjoy.com/"><i style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Simple Recipes for Joy</i></a><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">. I'm only two recipes in, but so far I'm loving Sharon's new book and excited to try out some more recipes!</span><br />
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh-u0Mpe7EOvyq51H7GLOKKZI5sj2GX-3NrBVxtivqsyIXUjVWuqvINLAvHmLCeKA4__tkrUSuMIfeKZCBsynrIn6TJUzzC94ZA7yAIo4VPQ41oYqk6HVoQIzbvIVK3LxOZETWc1Zt2En8/s640/blogger-image--323252957.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh-u0Mpe7EOvyq51H7GLOKKZI5sj2GX-3NrBVxtivqsyIXUjVWuqvINLAvHmLCeKA4__tkrUSuMIfeKZCBsynrIn6TJUzzC94ZA7yAIo4VPQ41oYqk6HVoQIzbvIVK3LxOZETWc1Zt2En8/s320/blogger-image--323252957.jpg" width="320" /></a><b><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Spaghetti and "Meat" Balls</span></b><br />
<span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">1/4 cup oatmeal</span><br />
<span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">1/4 cup cornmeal</span><br />
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<span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">1/4 cup sunflower seeds</span><br />
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<span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">1/2 tsp salt, pepper</span><br />
<span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">1/8 tsp nutmeg</span><br />
<span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">1/2 cup cooked green lentils</span><br />
<span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">1/2 cup cooked brown rice</span><br />
<span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">2 tbsp olive oil</span><br />
<span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">1 tbsp tamari</span><br />
<span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"> 1 tbsp veg stock in 1/4 cup boiling water</span><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRfwsdyCUAVqLLr96MvSFfIJPBHV_kocEjXgxLWy7uXJCvgaeauyGzlHXi7TRxc2kmPpsXj7rcXL4EAAkm_QKaVXqjq7oWS3l5EuWEkNsD9anBYNieDOPv_gyjuvwAd8STJDkS52dZhVw/s640/blogger-image--2002324228.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRfwsdyCUAVqLLr96MvSFfIJPBHV_kocEjXgxLWy7uXJCvgaeauyGzlHXi7TRxc2kmPpsXj7rcXL4EAAkm_QKaVXqjq7oWS3l5EuWEkNsD9anBYNieDOPv_gyjuvwAd8STJDkS52dZhVw/s320/blogger-image--2002324228.jpg" width="320" /></a><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">1 tbsp molasses (I omitted the molasses since I didn't have any on hand)</span><br />
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<span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">1 tsp balsamic vinager</span><br />
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<span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">6 mushrooms, sliced thinly</span><br />
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<span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Place dry ingredients and spices in bowl. Mix and pour into food processor. Add remaining ingredients. Transfer to bowl. Using your hands, for the mixture into small balls, approximately 1 inch in diameter. Bake 15-20 mins. Serve over your favorite pasta & sauce.</span><br />
<span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Note: This is a condensed version of Sharon's recipe. Check out <a href="http://www.simplerecipesforjoy.com/order/">Simple Recipes for Joy</a> cookbook for the full version (with extra notes). </span><br />
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgLouFM8zjkJFBB4vdGA90ASQ6AC-hQiD2yhCTfANvtjK3C6SBYLzxJpKpONfDoDWBSuuaSGB-oE7ZsUrOs5cApE1PUxr3oZ2aFSHSgz08ZxGTnB01vZIQgdg5muVKDckweGF8Y3vSP0cs/s640/blogger-image-1898453167.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgLouFM8zjkJFBB4vdGA90ASQ6AC-hQiD2yhCTfANvtjK3C6SBYLzxJpKpONfDoDWBSuuaSGB-oE7ZsUrOs5cApE1PUxr3oZ2aFSHSgz08ZxGTnB01vZIQgdg5muVKDckweGF8Y3vSP0cs/s320/blogger-image-1898453167.jpg" width="278" /></a><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Don't miss <a href="http://www.lunayoga.ca/events/?mobile=false&options[ids]=243&options[site_id]=13447">Master Class and Book Launch with Sharon Gannon</a> in Montreal, November 1st, 2014! </span>She's one of my favorte teachers and an inspiring woman...<br /><i><span id="yui_3_17_2_1_1413404583677_2653"><strong>Sharon Gannon</strong></span> is
a 21st-century Renaissance woman, an animal rights and vegan activist
and a world-renowned yogini, perhaps best known as the founder, along
with David Life, of the <a href="http://jivamuktiyoga.com/about/philosophy" target="_blank">Jivamukti Yoga Method</a>.
She is also an accomplished writer, dancer, painter, musician and chef.
Sharon has devoted many years exploring the role of diet in promoting
physical, emotional and mental well-being as well as spiritual
development. She lives in a <a href="http://jivamuktiyoga.com/centers/wild-woodstock-jivamukti-forest-sanctuary" target="_blank">125-acre wild forest sanctuary in Woodstock, NY</a>.</i><br />
Jennifer Maagendanshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17787593001325769485noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6404492678636096644.post-62183737456368414122014-09-25T14:46:00.000-04:002014-09-25T14:46:36.436-04:00Rainbow GreensThis recipe is from <a href="http://happyherbivore.com/get-started/">Lindsay S. Nixon's</a> <i><a href="http://happyherbivore.com/cookbook/everyday-happy-herbivore/">Everyday Happy Herbivore</a></i> vegan cookbook. One of the things I love about this book is all the recipes can be made in 30 minutes or less. In this recipe Lindsay offers the option of adding additional ingredients to make it a full meal. It's light and simple and works perfectly with fresh chard from the garden (or supermarket!).<br />
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<b>Rainbow Greens</b><br />
1 bunch rainbow chard (or collards/kale)<br />
4 cloves garlic<br />
pinch of dried oregano<br />
1 tsp apple cider vinegar<br />
1/4 cup raisins<br />
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optional additions: chick peas, peppers, a grain of your choice<br />
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Wash and chop greens.<br />
Line a large pot or skillet with a thin layer of water.<br />
Add garlic, oregano, and vinegar and bring to a boil, sautéing garlic over high heat for a minute.<br />
Add raisins (and any additional ingredients) and cook for another minute, then add chard. Use tongs or spatula to stir chard around so it cooks down and incorporates with the other ingredients.<br />
Once chard is softer and brighter in color, turn off heat and mix everything well.<br />
Season with salt and pepper and serve.<br />
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<i>Recipe from <a href="http://happyherbivore.com/cookbook/everyday-happy-herbivore/">Everyday Happy Herbivore</a> by <a href="http://happyherbivore.com/get-started/">Lindsay S. Nixon</a></i></div>
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Jennifer Maagendanshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17787593001325769485noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6404492678636096644.post-59867624876064793002014-09-04T15:40:00.001-04:002016-11-29T14:07:49.658-05:00Vegan Banana Carrot MuffinsAs a kid I always loved baking and helping out in the kitchen, and I'm so happy that our son Levi feels the same way. As soon as he found out I was making muffins he wanted to help out! Since we had a whole bunch of old bananas in the freezer that needed to be used, I looked up vegan recipes that had lots of bananas but were more than just a banana muffin (as much as I like banana muffins, we were in need of a change). I came across this amazing recipe.<br />
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As much as we can, we try to buy organic. I was happy to find these organic oats at Provigo.</div>
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We pretty much followed the recipe, only changing the Whole Wheat Flour for organic Kamut (I find it a bit lighter), and replaced the Almond Milk with a sample of Coconut Milk I had been given from <a href="http://sodeliciousdairyfree.com/products/coconut-milk-beverages/original">So Delicious</a> at the <a href="http://wanderlust.com/yoga-festivals/">Wanderlust Festival</a>. They turned out moist and delicious!</div>
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1 teaspoon baking soda<br />
1/2 teaspoon baking powder<br />
pinch of salt<br />
1 teaspoon cinnamon<br />
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg<br />
1/2 cup light brown sugar<br />
3 medium bananas, mashed<br />
1/2 cups carrots, grated<br />
1/2 cup almond milk<br />
1 teaspoon vanilla<br />
1/2 cup rolled oats</div>
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Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.</div>
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In a large bowl, mash the bananas until only a few chunks remain. Add the vanilla and almond milk and mix with a fork. Whisk in the brown sugar until no clumps remain.</div>
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In a medium bowl, sift the dry ingredients. Fold into the banana mixture about half a cup at a time.</div>
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Add the oats and grated carrots, lightly folding until fully incorporated. </div>
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Put batter into muffin tins or ramekins, filling only about 3/4 of the way.</div>
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Bake for about 20 minutes, or until a fork comes out clean.</div>
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<i>Recipe by <a href="http://theveggielogues.wordpress.com/2013/04/07/vegan-banana-carrot-muffins/">The Veggielogues</a></i></div>
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Jennifer Maagendanshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17787593001325769485noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6404492678636096644.post-13958227342969621952014-08-07T13:40:00.000-04:002014-08-07T13:40:03.244-04:00Speedy Veggie 'n Rice Noodle Bowl with Homemade Teriyaki SauceAfter doing a quick google search for easy vegan recipes, I discovered this one. It's from <a href="http://ohsheglows.com/2014/06/03/speedy-veggie-lsquon-brown-rice-noodle-bowl-with-homemade-teriyaki-sauce/">Oh She Glows</a> by Canadian blogger Angela Liddon. I bought the <a href="http://ohsheglows.com/the-book/">cookbook</a> for my Mom for Mother's Day, and have been thinking of buying it for myself ever since. It's well put together, easy to read and full of great recipes. <br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">You can mix and match the veggies according to what you have in your
fridge and what's in season. Serve with a side salad, or as my husband
likes best, with spring rolls and/or mock chicken.</td></tr>
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<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span class="ingredient" itemprop="ingredients">4 1/2 tablespoons seasoned rice vinegar</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span class="ingredient" itemprop="ingredients">1/4 cup + 2 tablespoons coconut aminos (see note)</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span class="ingredient" itemprop="ingredients">1 tablespoon sesame oil</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span class="ingredient" itemprop="ingredients">3 to 4 1/2 teaspoons coconut sugar (or granulated sugar of choice), to taste</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span class="ingredient" itemprop="ingredients">2 small cloves garlic, minced</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span class="ingredient" itemprop="ingredients">1 1/2 teaspoons minced fresh ginger</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span class="ingredient" itemprop="ingredients">1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span class="ingredient" itemprop="ingredients">fresh ground black pepper, to taste</span></span></li>
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<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span class="ingredient" itemprop="ingredients">3 ounces/85g gluten-free brown rice soba noodles (or soba noodles of choice)</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span class="ingredient" itemprop="ingredients">1 tablespoon coconut or olive oil</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span class="ingredient" itemprop="ingredients">2 1/2 cups broccoli florets, chopped small</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span class="ingredient" itemprop="ingredients">3 celery stalks, chopped</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span class="ingredient" itemprop="ingredients">3/4 cup shelled frozen edamame</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span class="ingredient" itemprop="ingredients">2-3 medium carrots, julienned</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span class="ingredient" itemprop="ingredients">2-3 green onions, thinly sliced</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;"><span class="ingredient" itemprop="ingredients">1-2 teaspoons sesame seeds, for garnish</span></span></li>
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<li class="instruction" itemprop="recipeInstructions"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Prepare the sauce</span>: In a medium bowl, whisk together the sauce ingredients until combined. Set aside.</span></li>
<li class="instruction" itemprop="recipeInstructions"><span style="font-size: small;">Bring a medium pot of water to a boil.</span></li>
<li class="instruction" itemprop="recipeInstructions"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">For the noodle bowl</span>:
Meanwhile, preheat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add
the oil and coat the pan. Add the broccoli florets, celery, and 2
tablespoons of Teriyaki sauce and saute for about 7-9 minutes, reducing
heat if necessary.</span></li>
<li class="instruction" itemprop="recipeInstructions"><span style="font-size: small;">When
the water boils, add the noodles and reduce heat to medium-high. Cook
the noodles as instructed on the package directions (about 4-5 minutes
for most soba rice noodles). Drain.</span></li>
<li class="instruction" itemprop="recipeInstructions"><span style="font-size: small;">Add the frozen edamame and <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0018ICHH2/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B0018ICHH2&linkCode=as2&tag=ohshgl02-20&linkId=JUH6L77C5UCP3OG4" target="_blank">julienned</a> carrots to the skillet and saute another 5 minutes, or until the edamame is heated throughout.</span></li>
<li class="instruction" itemprop="recipeInstructions"><span style="font-size: small;">Stir
the drained noodles into the stir-fry mixture along with 2/3 of the
Teriyaki sauce. Cook for a couple minutes and then serve immediately
with a garnish of sliced green onion and sesame seeds.</span></li>
<li class="instruction" itemprop="recipeInstructions"><span style="font-size: small;">Store
leftovers in a container in the fridge for 1- 2 days. To re-heat
leftovers, add them into a skillet with a bit of oil. Pour on the
leftover dressing and toss to coat. Heat over medium until heated
throughout and serve immediately.</span></li>
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<i><span style="font-size: small;">Notes: I used coconut aminos (which is very low in sodium), but
feel free to use low-sodium tamari instead. I recommend adding it to
taste since it has a higher sodium content than coconut aminos so you
might not need as much. To get more servings out of this dish, feel free
to add more soba noodles.</span></i><br />
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</i><i><span style="font-size: small;">Soy-free option: Omit the edamame and replace with adzuki beans,
chickpeas or another bean of choice. Use coconut aminos instead of
tamari.</span></i><br />
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</i><i><span style="font-size: small;">gluten-free option: Use gluten-free soba noodles such as brown rice
or buckwheat. Be sure to check the label of your tamari and other
ingredients as well.</span></i></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><br />Read more: <a href="http://ohsheglows.com/2014/06/03/speedy-veggie-lsquon-brown-rice-noodle-bowl-with-homemade-teriyaki-sauce/#ixzz39iVx5cbL" style="color: #003399;">http://ohsheglows.com/2014/06/03/speedy-veggie-lsquon-brown-rice-noodle-bowl-with-homemade-teriyaki-sauce/#ixzz39iVx5cbL</a></span></div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06187215463625900734noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6404492678636096644.post-89709907102526371292014-07-31T16:25:00.000-04:002014-07-31T16:25:17.830-04:00Zucchini Banana MuffinsWhen a friends Mom handed us a bag full of fresh zucchinis from her garden, my first thought was zucchini bread, however since our 3 year old son is in favor of muffins, I went with this recipe instead. They turned out moist, delicious with just the perfect amount of sweet.<br />
<i>Note: the best bananas for baking are the really ripe, mushy ones. Once you see them starting to turn brown, throw them in your freezer (they'll probably turn black), and defrost them when you're ready to start baking</i><br />
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<li class="blog-yumprint-ingredient-item" itemprop="ingredients">1 cup mashed ripe banana</li>
<li class="blog-yumprint-ingredient-item" itemprop="ingredients">1/2 cup applesauce</li>
<li class="blog-yumprint-ingredient-item" itemprop="ingredients">2 tsp vanilla</li>
<li class="blog-yumprint-ingredient-item" itemprop="ingredients">3/4 cup sugar</li>
<li class="blog-yumprint-ingredient-item" itemprop="ingredients">1 1/2 cup flour (<i>I suggest Kamut</i>)</li>
<li class="blog-yumprint-ingredient-item" itemprop="ingredients">1 tsp cinnamon</li>
<li class="blog-yumprint-ingredient-item" itemprop="ingredients">1 pinch nutmeg</li>
<li class="blog-yumprint-ingredient-item" itemprop="ingredients">3/4 tsp baking soda</li>
<li class="blog-yumprint-ingredient-item" itemprop="ingredients">1/2 tsp salt</li>
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<li class="blog-yumprint-method-item">Preheat the oven to 350 degrees; grease a 12 cup muffin tin</li>
<li class="blog-yumprint-method-item">Mix the mashed banana, applesauce, sugar and vanilla together in a bowl.</li>
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Recipe By Tara @ <a href="http://www.suburble.com/2013/09/delicious-zucchini-banana-muffins-and-theyre-vegan-too.html">Suburble</a></div>
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Jennifer Maagendanshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17787593001325769485noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6404492678636096644.post-77331102325851716542014-05-08T15:25:00.000-04:002014-05-08T15:25:00.983-04:00Fresh, green saladI put this tasty salad together with fresh ingredients from our first <a href="http://therelaxedvegan.blogspot.ca/2014/04/lufa-farm-basket.html">Lufa Farms Basket</a>. Then I sprinkled it with Hemp Seeds (Hemp is a high protein seed containing all nine of the essential amino acids) and Nutritional Yeast (It is a source of protein and vitamins, especially the B-complex vitamins, and is a complete protein). It tastes especially good when you have fresh organic produce!<br />
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I have been hesitant to sign up for an organic produce basket, but when I heard about Lufa Farms I was intrigued. It is the world's first commercial rooftop greenhouse, and it's in Montreal! They deliver fresh, organic and local produce. The best part is you get to build your own basket, meaning you can pick and choose what you want and don't want, as long as it is a $30 minimum. Plus they have more than just fruits and veggies, they also have baked goods, pasta, grains, soaps, juices and more. The baskets are dropped off once a week at conveniently located pick up points (we found one just 3 blocks from our house). <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: left;"><tbody>
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We just picked up our first basket, so we're brand new to the whole organic basket experience, but so far it's been great and we are enjoying fresh tasty salads!</div>
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Jennifer Maagendanshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17787593001325769485noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6404492678636096644.post-79693994189737184582014-04-03T15:06:00.000-04:002014-04-09T15:50:33.984-04:00Vegan StaplesThis year I will be giving two vegan workshops, one at Luna Yoga and the other at Wanderlust. I am just starting to work on my notes and decided it would be a good idea to create a Vegan Staples handout. Below is a list of items I like to have stocked in my kitchen. Please feel free to add your favorites in the comments box.<br />
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<b>non-dairy milk:</b> my favorite is almond milk, other options include; soy (a bit creamier), rice (closest consistency to dairy milk, but least nutrients), hemp (often difficult to find and more expensive, but lots of nutrients)<br />
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<b>tofu:</b> I usually use the firm blocks for cooking and occasionally the silken (soft) for lasagna or baking<br />
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<b>tempeh:</b> a nice alternative to tofu, a bit hardier and can be kept in the freezer<br />
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<b>nutritional yeast:</b> we use it mostly for dragon bowl sauce & tofu scram, it is a great source of B12<br />
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<b>miso:</b> great for sauces/dressings (so many different kinds!)<br />
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<b>veggies:</b> onions, carrots, peppers, zucchinis, sweet potato, broccoli, spinach, kale, mushrooms, etc...<br />
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<b>fruit:</b> apples, bananas, tangerines, in-season fruit, etc...<br />
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<b>veganaise:</b> for sandwiches and dressings<br />
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<b>chia seeds:</b> rich in omega-3 fatty acids, I sprinkle it over salads, can be mixed with water as an egg replacement in baked goods<br />
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<b>flax seeds:</b> contain high levels of fiber and omega-3 fatty acids, sprinkle over salads, cereal, and use in baked goods<br />
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<b>vegan chocolate chips:</b> keep these on hand for baking<br />
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<b>kamut flour:</b> spelt flour is another good option, but a bit heavier (both have much more nutritional value than white flour) we use kamut in our pizza dough<br />
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<b>tofu or veggie dogs:</b> great for a quick dinner<br />
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<b>field roast sausages: </b>lots of tasty flavours, including soy-free <br />
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<b>soba noodles:</b> my favorite is kamut<br />
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<b>brown rice noodles:</b> great alternative to white pasta<br />
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<b>whole grain bread: </b>bread and hummus is definitely a staple in our house <br />
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<b>hummus:</b> our staple sandwich spread<br />
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<b>ginger fake chicken:</b> my husband likes to fry some up as a side dish, it always tastes to 'real' for me<br />
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<b>maple syrup:</b> sweetener for baking<br />
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<b>mesa sunrise cereal:</b> my 2 year old and I eat this almost every morning with almond milk<br />
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<b>earth balance: </b>butter alternative<br />
<strong>quinoa:</strong> good source of amino acids, calcium and iron<br />
<strong>nuts:</strong> great snack and/or salad topping, plus a good source of protein<br />
<strong>chick peas:</strong> for salads, chanas & making hummus<br />
<strong>lentils:</strong> high in protein, good for dhals, etc.<br />
<strong>brown rice:</strong> much healthier than white rice<br />
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<br />Jennifer Maagendanshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17787593001325769485noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6404492678636096644.post-44937046175015473202014-03-05T14:31:00.000-05:002014-03-05T14:31:36.919-05:00Cold fighting ginger tea<div style="text-align: center;">
When you're feeling a little under the weather or just a bit chilly, this is the perfect cup of tea to warm you up. Tea brewed from ginger is a common folk remedy for colds, headaches and nausea. Lemon water can fight throat infections thanks to its antibacterial property, and turmeric is often used for treatment of various infections and as an antiseptic.</div>
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I made these bad boys during a sweet-tooth craving and they certainly did the trick. They are a delicious snack with a base of oats, a layer of peanut butter, topped with chocolate. They give the feeling of a healthy/vegan Reece's Pieces...</div>
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Preheat oven to 350 degrees. To prepare the oat base: combine dry ingredients, stir in maple syrup and oil, until well combined (consistency should be crumbly yet hold together when pressed). Transfer to a lightly oiled (or parchment paper) 8x8 inch pan and press evenly. Bake for 15 minutes, then remove and let cool.</div>
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<b>Recipe by <i>Dreena Burton</i> from her awesome, family oriented cookbook <a href="http://www.amazon.com/dp/1551521695?tag=dreenaburtonc-20&camp=14573&creative=327641&linkCode=as1&creativeASIN=1551521695&adid=17SPKTG4NWEKWR72G6QT&&ref-refURL=http%3A%2F%2Fvivelevegan.blogspot.ca%2F"><i>Vive le Vegan</i></a>. Check out her blog at <a href="http://vivelevegan.blogspot.ca/">http://vivelevegan.blogspot.ca/</a></b></div>
Jennifer Maagendanshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17787593001325769485noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6404492678636096644.post-70043188960366151952014-02-07T15:28:00.001-05:002014-02-07T15:28:48.386-05:00Frito Misto by Sublime<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjaJfcwyJthYY62Dkj8QOqiVgqSbfHfySP8PsWf54ik5C9HQJZ7ZeLQOlmTmBKdG99flBB7X1CSVl1W_Gsg2NNq5zCvXW3GPCvPPMP8ovvCsyyAxnOcafmNXjQjKRv7mWfM17ZdyAHgN38/s640/blogger-image--498733441.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjaJfcwyJthYY62Dkj8QOqiVgqSbfHfySP8PsWf54ik5C9HQJZ7ZeLQOlmTmBKdG99flBB7X1CSVl1W_Gsg2NNq5zCvXW3GPCvPPMP8ovvCsyyAxnOcafmNXjQjKRv7mWfM17ZdyAHgN38/s320/blogger-image--498733441.jpg" width="320" /></a>Our favorite dish at Sublime Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale was the Frito Misto appetizer the waiter brought over as a complimentary taster to wet our palates. I think he felt bad since our 2 year old fell off his chair and hit his head, which then led to a lot of crying, Levi passing out in my arms, and then lots of free tasters. Unfortunate how it happened, but this is how we came across an amazing way to serve cauliflower. We ended up buying the restaurants cookbook, so naturally the first recipe I tried out was the Frito Misto. I can't say it turned out exactly the same as the original, but it was only my first try...<br />
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Preheat oven to 375. Cut squash into 2 halves, rub with olive oil, place flesh side down on baking sheet. Cut tips off garlic, place on baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil. Bake for 40 minutes, taking garlic out after 30mins. Scoop out squash, squeeze out garlic, mix together. Add a drizzle of maple syrup.</div>
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Olive oil</div>
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Onion</div>
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Garlic</div>
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Beet stalks</div>
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Mushrooms</div>
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Yellow pepper</div>
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Spinach</div>
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Tomato</div>
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Sea salt</div>
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Fry onion in olive oil for 5 mins, add garlic, beet stalks and mushrooms. Stir and fry for another 5 mins. Add remaining ingredients plus a splash of water. Cover and simmer for 3 mins.</div>
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On our way back from the Bahamas, we had a quick stop over in Fort Lauderdale so I checked my Vegman app to see if there were any vegan restaurants close by. It turned out that the renowned vegan restaurant <a href="http://www.sublimerestaurant.com/">Sublime</a> was just a 15 minute walk from our hotel. The food was delicious, and the waiter kept bringing us over little samples of other dishes on the menu that I wouldn't have ordered for myself, but ended up asking for the recipe! Luckily they had a cookbook which we ended up buying. I haven't tried to recreate any of the meals yet, but two of our favorites (which were both little samples complimentary of the chef) were Mediterranean Polenta Squares & Frito Misto. Next time you're in Fort Lauderdale check out <a href="http://www.sublimerestaurant.com/">Sublime</a>!<br />
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<i>"100% of Sublime's profits support animal welfare.
Sublime is the vision of owner Nanci Alexander. In 1989, Nanci
founded the Animal Rights Foundation of Florida (ARFF) and has been
volunteering as president since. She has been recognized by national and
local organizations for her work on behalf of animals.
The creation of Sublime is an extension of her efforts to reduce
animal cruelty. Animal agriculture today represents the world's
greatest source of animal cruelty, and the most significant step any
individual can take to reduce this abuse is to move to a plant-based
diet.
The goal of Sublime is to show that plant-based food can indeed
be sublime. Additionally, 100% of Sublime's profits will go to
organizations that promote animal welfare and a vegan lifestyle."</i><br />
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Jennifer Maagendanshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17787593001325769485noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6404492678636096644.post-73580298383961122392013-12-02T16:10:00.000-05:002013-12-02T16:10:56.392-05:00Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Oat BarsA nice alternative to muffins, these tasty treats make a healthy snack; vegan & gluten free. Plus they're kid friendly - tried, tested & approved by Levi Dylan Kent 2.25 yrs old<br />
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<b>Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Oat Bars</b></div>
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Author: <span itemprop="author">Monique of <a href="http://ambitiouskitchen.com/">AmbitiousKitchen.com</a> </span>
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Recipe type: <span itemprop="recipeCategory">Vegan, Gluten Free, Breakfast, Healthy Snack</span></div>
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Serves: <span itemprop="recipeYield">16</span></div>
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<span itemprop="recipeYield"><i>Note: I used regular oats & baking powder, and chose coconut oil
over olive oil (I always try to avoid baking with olive oil as I find
the taste overpowering)</i></span></div>
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<li class="ingredient" itemprop="ingredients">3 cups gluten free oats</li>
<li class="ingredient" itemprop="ingredients">2 teaspoons aluminum free baking powder</li>
<li class="ingredient" itemprop="ingredients">1/2 teaspoon baking soda</li>
<li class="ingredient" itemprop="ingredients">1/4 teaspoon salt</li>
<li class="ingredient" itemprop="ingredients">1 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon</li>
<li class="ingredient" itemprop="ingredients">1/8 teaspoon nutmeg</li>
<li class="ingredient" itemprop="ingredients">pinch of ground cloves</li>
<li class="ingredient" itemprop="ingredients">1 cup canned pumpkin (not pumpkin pie mix)</li>
<li class="ingredient" itemprop="ingredients">2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract</li>
<li class="ingredient" itemprop="ingredients">1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce</li>
<li class="ingredient" itemprop="ingredients">1/2 cup dark brown sugar</li>
<li class="ingredient" itemprop="ingredients">1 tablespoon olive or coconut oil</li>
<li class="ingredient" itemprop="ingredients">1/3 cup vegan chocolate chips, plus 2 tablespoons for sprinkling on top</li>
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<li class="instruction" itemprop="recipeInstructions">Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Spray 8×11 or 9 inch baking pan with nonstick cooking spray.</li>
<li class="instruction" itemprop="recipeInstructions">Make oat flour:
Place oatmeal into blender or food processor and blend for 1-2 minutes
until oatmeal resembles flour. You may need to stop blender and stir
oats a couple of times to ensure that all oats have been blended.</li>
<li class="instruction" itemprop="recipeInstructions">Measure out just 2
1/2 cups of the oat flour and place in a medium bowl. Whisk in baking
powder, baking soda, salt and spices; set aside.</li>
<li class="instruction" itemprop="recipeInstructions">In a separate
large bowl, whisk together pumpkin, brown sugar, vanilla extract, oil,
and applesauce for 1-2 minutes until the consistency is smooth and
creamy. Slowly add in oat flour mixture and mix until just combined.</li>
<li class="instruction" itemprop="recipeInstructions">Gently fold in 1/3
cup of chocolate chips. Pour batter into prepared pan and sprinkle
remaining 2 tablespoons of chocolate chips on top. Bake for 15-25
minutes or until knife inserted into center comes out clean or with just
a few crumbs attached. Timing will depend on what size pan you use, but
definitely check around 15 minutes. Once finished baking, cool 10
minutes on wire rack. Cut into 16 slices.</li>
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Bars can be frozen. Simply bake, cool, cut; store in ziploc bag. Reheat individually for 30 seconds in microwave.
Make sure you read all ingredients and nutrition info to ensure recipe is gluten free/vegan, if that is what you desire.</div>
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Serving size: <span itemprop="servingSize">1 bar</span> Calories: <span itemprop="calories">128</span> Fat: <span itemprop="fatContent">4.3g</span> Carbohydrates: <span itemprop="carbohydrateContent">21.6g</span> Sugar: <span itemprop="sugarContent">9.2g</span> Fiber: <span itemprop="fiberContent">2.5g</span> Protein: <span itemprop="proteinContent">2.6g</span> </div>
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