Category: Recipes

Cooking Dinner — An Invitation to Showing Affection

As I embark on this journey of finding the sacred, intimate, and tender in daily life tasks and responsibilities, I want to be careful to not make this deeper than it needs to be. This isn’t about “unicorns and glitter”-ing everything but seeking out the beauty in a seemingly mundane aspect of life. There is…


Ginger Juice Immune Boost Recipe!

BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND…. Doc’s Ginger Juice Immune Boost Juice 1-2 lbs fresh ginger root Refrigerate juice Pour 3-4 oz of ginger juice into a coffee cup Add one quarter of a lime squeezed. Add 1 Tbsp of honey Add 1/8 tsp cayenne pepper Add 6 oz of hot water and stir together Drink 4…


Homemade Ketchup Recipe

Ketchup…it’s found on the tables of diners across the country, and in the fridge of households everywhere. Whether its your home fries or burger, it makes everything a bit more tasty.  Learn how to make a homemade ketchup that is not only delicious, but easier on the body. Purpose A typical bottle of ketchup contains tomatoes, vinegar,…


Hash and Egg, a Perfect Combo for Any Mealtime

A comforting dish with a healthier profile, this hash and egg dish is great for breakfast or brunch and even satisfying served as a light dinner. Corned Beef Hash Serves 4 Active Time: 35 minutes Total Time: 35 minutes 2 teaspoons canola oil 1 large onion, chopped 4 cups diced cooked potatoes, or frozen hash-brown…


How to Make the Healthiest Smoothies (4 Recipes)

Everybody loves smoothies. I mean, who wants to eat just plain produce, right? Well, I do, but lots of people find nature’s packaging and processing of fruit and vegetables to be lacking. Or maybe vegetables aren’t sweet enough, and the fiber in fruit just ruins the customer experience of that sugar rush. Consequently, health nuts around…


Cold-Warding Honey Ginger Tea (Recipe)

As flu season is upon us, keep your immunity in high spirits with this easy hot tea recipe borrowed from age-old Chinese and Korean cold remedies. A mixture of ginger, lemon, and raw honey combines a number of natural anti-inflammatory qualities that heal the body from the inside out. Ingredients 3-inch piece of ginger, chopped into 1/2-inch…


Collagen Vs Gelatin: What’s the Difference?

Is Collagen the Same as Gelatin? Do They Do the Same Thing? What Are They Good For? Collagen and gelatin are very similar, but they do have several differences. Both have the exact same amino acids and are easily absorbed which means your body is getting nutrients with whichever form you consume. Both collagen and…


Now More Than Ever—Raw Milk! (+Kefir Recipe)

A few years ago, Stephanie Selene Anderson, a very wise woman who also happens to be my publisher and friend, strongly suggested to me that I write about the difference between cultured dairy products (namely yogurt, kefir, and cultured cream) made from pasteurized milk and those made from raw milk. To put it simply, the former is in no…


Finding Your (Fruit and Veggie) Roots (+ Recipes)

The weather outside might be freezing, but that does not mean your fruit and vegetable options aren’t sizzling. If you take a closer look at the produce aisle right now, you’ll find some standout cold-loving options that will surely increase your appetite for winter and also the nutritional value of your diet. “When in season,…


Roasted Poblano Beef Stew

This recipe is a perfect example of seasonal eating as it incorporates the crops that are usually available at that transition point between summer and fall, poblano peppers, tomatoes, potatoes, and greens. This bounty paired with quality grass-fed beef, nourishing broth, and rich spices, this stew will warm the soul on those first few evenings…