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Yams with Ginger & Cinnamon

How timely – just came across this recipe!

Prep and Cook Time: 25 minutes

Ingredients:

6 cups yams, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
½ medium onion, cut in half and sliced thin
4 medium cloves garlic, chopped
1-½ TBS finely minced fresh ginger
½ tsp cinnamon
½ TBS honey
1 TBS + 1 cup chicken or vegetable broth
salt and white pepper to taste

Directions:

  1. Slice onions and chop garlic and let sit for 5 minutes to enhance their health-promoting properties.
  2. Cut yams into 1″ cubes.
  3. Heat 1 TBS broth in a 12-inch or larger stainless steel skillet.
  4. Sauté onion over medium heat for 3 minutes, stirring frequently.
  5. Add garlic and ginger and continue to sauté for another minute, stirring constantly.
  6. Add yams, cinnamon, honey, and 1 cup broth.
  7. Mix and simmer over low heat covered for about 15 minutes, or until yams are tender.
  8. Season with salt and pepper.
  9. Enjoy!

Serves 4

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7 Comments by All Natural Annie on August 13, 2010
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Homemade Gazpacho

We had a really fun dinner the other night – not only was this gazpacho homemade, but all of the ingredients were from the weekly farmstand near our place. Gazpacho already tastes super healthy and refreshing, but the extra freshness of the vegetables made it that much better. All the ingredients cost $8 and it made enough for 1 dinner and 2 lunches for 2!

The gazpacho turned out so delicious! My husband paired it with an incredible grilled cheese that consisted of sharp cheddar cheese, sauteed onions and peppers on whole wheat bread grilled with olive oil and sea salt. It was perfection.

Ingredients:

1/2 sweet white onion
1 1/2 firm cucumbers
2 small sweet green peppers
6 medium to large tomatoes
2 large garlic cloves
juice of 1 large lemon
1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1/4 teaspoon chili powder
1 small piece fresh jalapeno, seeded
1 tablespoon sea salt
fresh cracked pepper to taste
*save a bit of tomato, cucumber & green pepper to add on top

Relish:

A few pieces of tomato, cucumber & green pepper slivered/chopped
juice of half of a lemon
fresh cracked black pepper

How to:

  1. Chop tomatoes, cucumbers, peppers, and onion into chunks (garlic & jalapeno can be cut in half or even left whole)
  2. Combine all fresh ingredients in a blender or food processor adding olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice and seasonings as it blends (We had to do it in 2 parts because our blender did not fit all of the ingredients)
  3. Puree until smooth (it will most likely turn a light pinkish color)
  4. Transfer to a large bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or longer
  5. Meanwhile prepare relish
  6. Serve with relish & fresh lemon juice (we also had some fresh chives on hand, which were a nice addition)
  7. Enjoy!
12 Comments by All Natural Annie on July 27, 2010
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Chickpea Salad

When I was a kid, I discovered this delicious salad at a diner on Long Island.  A couple of years ago, when I was no longer frequenting the diner, I attempted recreating this delightful little side dish. I’m happy to say it really does taste like the one I always loved…

So simple – just mix:

  • 1 can of chickpeas/garbanzo beans (drained)
  • a handful of chopped fresh parsley
  • 3 slices of chopped raw onion
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • sea salt & black pepper to taste

After mixing & tasting, add a dash more olive oil/vinegar if needed  (I always eyeball the oil & vinegar amounts then adjust after tasting)

6 Comments by All Natural Annie on May 25, 2010
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Got Greens?

Last night, I was really feeling like I needed more greens in my life so I whipped up this supremely green and delicious stir fry.

I simply sauteed the following nutritious ingredients at medium heat for about 15 minutes (or until veggies are as tender as desired):

  • kale (a whole bunch)
  • broccoli (3 crowns)
  • 1 small jalapeno pepper
  • 1 bunch of scallions (6 scallions total)
  • 1 jumbo sized clove of garlic
  • approximately 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil
  • sea salt & black pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon of cayenne pepper (if you like spice)

6 Comments by All Natural Annie on May 17, 2010
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Healthy Italian Wedding Soup

Healthy Italian Wedding Soup

Here is a healthy twist on a classic from Dr. Walter Crinnion, author of Clean, Green & Lean: Get Rid of the Toxins That Make You Fat

Recipe:
(Serves 4)

  • ½ package lean ground turkey
  • 4 Jennie-O Italian Turkey Sausage links, sliced
  • Spike seasoning to taste
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1 package gluten-free pasta spirals
  • 8 cups water
  • 32 ounces organic vegetable broth
  • 1 14½-ounce can organic tomatoes
  • 3 cups organic frozen spinach
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder

How to: In a large sauté pan, brown the turkey. Season with the Spike, drain, and set aside. Place the sausage in a sauté pan, season with the Spike, and brown. Add the sea salt to a large pot of water and bring to a boil. Stir in the pasta and cook according to the package directions. Drain the pasta and set aside. In a large soup pot, heat the water and the broth, tomatoes, and spinach. Add the turkey, sausage, and onion powder, and stir until a low boil is attained. Reduce the heat simmer and stir in the pasta. Cover, simmer for about 30 minutes, and serve.

(Reprinted by permission of the publisher, John Wiley & Sons, Inc., from Clean, Green & Lean, by Walter Crinnion. Copyright © 2010 by Walter Crinnion.)

Author Bio
Dr. Walter Crinnion is one of America’s foremost authorities on environmental medicine. A naturopathic physician, he is the director of the Environmental Medicine Center of Excellence at the Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine in Arizona and chair of the Environmental Medicine Department. He is a close colleague of Dr. Peter D’Adamo, author of the monumental bestseller Eat Right 4 Your Type.

For more information, visit www.crinnionmedical.com.

2 Comments by All Natural Annie on May 10, 2010
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Vegetable Quiche

This is the most delicious and healthiest (no crust) quiche I’ve ever had! I didn’t even notice it didn’t have a crust until the cook (my best friend) pointed it out and as she noted, this is so perfect for breakfast, lunch or dinner. Nicole, thank you for letting me devour about half of the entire quiche in a day! I hope this will be on the menu every time we visit!

Recipe:

  • Saute 3 cups of fresh spinach, 2 cups chopped broccoli, 1 package of mushrooms and 1 chopped onion for approx 15 minutes
  • Mix together 4 eggs, 1 cup of  milk and 1 cup of shredded cheese (my friend used low fat havarti dill)
  • Pour the veggies into a 13″ pie dish and cover with egg, cheese and milk mixture
  • Bake at 375 degrees for 20 minutes
  • Enjoy!

Recipe & Photo Courtesy of STYLE AND CHARM

2 Comments by All Natural Annie on May 9, 2010
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Yummy Granola Bar Recipe

My sister recently passed along this yummy, all natural granola bar recipe from the Food Network. She says that any combination of fruit is good, but she especially likes coconut and banana (chips) or cherrys and raisins. Enjoy!

No Comments by All Natural Annie on April 28, 2009
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Quick Lamb Recipe

Rosemary Lamb Chops in 15 minutes!

No Comments by All Natural Annie on April 13, 2009
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Turkey Chili with a twist

TURKEY & VEGETABLE CHILI VERDE

Prep and Cook Time: 30 minutes

Ingredients:

  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 3 medium cloves garlic, chopped
  • 1 lb ground turkey
  • 1 4oz can diced green chili
  • 1 15 oz can of diced tomatoes
  • 1 tb + 4 cups chicken broth
  • 4 cups finely chopped kale
  • 1 15 oz can pinto beans, drained and rinsed
  • 2 tbs chopped fresh oregano
  • 3 tbs chopped fresh cilantro
  • salt and black pepper to taste

Directions:

  1. Chop garlic and onion and let sit for at least 5 minutes to enhance their health-promoting benefits.
  2. Heat 1 tb broth in a medium soup pot.  Sauté onion in broth for 5 minutes over medium heat stirring frequently. Add garlic and ground turkey with just a pinch of salt and pepper. Continue to sauté, breaking up turkey for another 5 minutes.
  3. Add diced tomatoes, chili, and broth to turkey mixture and bring to a boil on high heat. Stir in chopped kale, reduce heat to medium and simmer for another 10 minutes.
  4. Add beans, simmer for another couple of minutes and add herbs, salt and pepper.
  5. Enjoy!

Serves 4

 

From The World’s Healthiest Foods website *full nutritional information here

No Comments by All Natural Annie on March 25, 2009
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Homemade Chai!

 

1. To make 1 quart of chai, grind in a spice grinder:

  • 1& 1⁄2 teaspoons coriander seeds
  • 3 tablespoons fresh cardamom pods

2.  Bring to a boil, then let sit overnight:

  • 2 cups water
  • 1⁄3 cup ginger, finely chopped
  • 1⁄2 teaspoon black peppercorns
  •  the ground cardamom and coriander
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • 3 cloves
  • 1 dash allspice
  • 3⁄4 teaspoon licorice root (optional)
    3.  Add 3 cups of milk and carefully bring to a low boil,
         stirring continuously so as not to scorch it.
    4.  Add 2 or 3 tablespoons good-quality black tea and simmer for 5 minutes.
    5.  Strain and sweeten to taste with 2 to 31⁄2 tablespoons maple syrup, honey, or sugar.

*From: yogajournal.com (Click here for full article)

No Comments by All Natural Annie on December 3, 2008
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All Natural Annie Smoothie

This is my most favorite smoothie recipe! It’s also VERY nutritious.

 

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup plain yogurt
  • 1 tsp ground flaxseed OR flaxseed oil
  • 1 tbsp wheat germ (gives it a nice nutty taste)
  • 1/2 cup blueberries
  • 4-6 raspberries
  • 2 strawberries
  • 1/2 banana
  • 1 tsp honey

Blend on a high speed for 30-60 seconds.

Makes 1 large smoothie.

 

* Any of the fruits mentioned could be exhanged for blackberries, peaches, nectarines, etc.

* Wheatgerm and flaxseed are optional

* More or less honey can be used according to how sweet you like your smoothies!

 

ENJOY!!

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