Smoothie Soup with Nut Swirl

Serves 2
A party in a bowl, kids age three to 93 can’t resist this power-packed breakfast or healthy snack. It also makes a fantastically balanced dessert. Make sure to get the nuts, yogurt or coconut milk in there for good fats and to offset the carbohydrate.
Nutrition Tip: Smoothies are great for all body types IF [...]

Veggie Juice Smoothie

Serves 2
Who says you can’t make a smoothie out of veggies? This cheery spring smoothie is a detox in a glass – your liver will thank you for it. And if you can’t “swallow” the taste of veggie juice, this fruity concoction makes the medicine go down in the most delightful way. Great for kids [...]

Caramelized Leeks with Fennel Bulb

Makes 4 side servings
Leeks are caramelized to release their natural sugars, and cooked with fennel bulb for a sweet, licorice-like taste. Toasted fennel seeds add a more robust flavor. Serve alongside meat, poultry, eggs or grains.
Cooking Tip: “Caramelizing” is a different technique than “browning”. Caramelizing is when the natural sugars inside cook up and [...]

Homemade Nut Butter

Makes about 1 cup
Last year, I vowed never to buy pre-packaged nut milks again. This year, it’s nut butters. Not only is it easy, but you can get creative by using ANY nuts you like or mixing in fun additions (see below). It’s also potentially more nutritious, as there’s always the option of soaking the [...]

Yogurt with Chai-Spiced Stewed Prunes

Makes about 1 1/2 quarts prunes
Prunes stewed with chai spices are served over a dish of yogurt for a mildly sweet breakfast, mid-day snack or after-dinner treat. Even if you don’t have ANY of the spices, the prunes can be stewed only with water and will come out deliciously sweet.
Cooking Tip: Stewed prunes make a [...]

Asian Pear and Watercress Smoothie

Serves 2
An exciting deviation from strawberries and bananas, this healthy green smoothie uses the sweet and crisp flavor of Asian pear with almond butter. Watercress is a detoxifier and adds a touch of spice, but not too much to overpower. This is a sweet smoothie with all the benefits of good fats, protein and greens.

Nutrition [...]

Cleansing Grapefruit Salad with Bananas and Coconut

Serves 2
A refreshing and tangy breakfast salad with sliced banana to balance the sour flavors of seasonal grapefruit. Serve with yogurt for protein. Also makes a healthy, not-too-sweet dessert.
Nutrition Tip: Late winter and spring is the time to kick-start fat metabolism and cleanse the body to prepare for season changes. According to Ayurvedic physician, [...]

Cranberry Kombucha Smoothies with Festive Green Swirl

Serves 1-2
A perfectly festive holiday smoothie to keep you and your family healthy in the midst of candy canes, chocolate Santas, cheese popcorn and pumpkin pies. Frozen cranberries are blended with kombucha and warming spices to boost immunity and keep the “bad bugs” away. (This is a low-carb smoothie, less sweet than traditional smoothies.)

Nutrition Tip: [...]

Morning Miso Cup

Serves 2-4
A warm cup of miso is a smooth way to transition from slumber into the activities of the morning. I use “blond” miso for my soup, but any variety of miso will work. Make sure to read labels (many have grains that could be allergenic for some people). This soup welcomes additions like sliced [...]

Green Ginger-Peach-Lemongrass Smoothie

Serves 1-2
This Southeast Asian-inspired smoothie will get you out of the “same-old same-old” smoothie rut. Using sweet spices and roots adds flair and flavor, but also nutrition: Both ginger and lemongrass excel at boosting digestive fire and immunity.
Cooking Tip: Although pricey, I recommend a Vita-Mix high-speed blender for making smoothies. My motto is one [...]

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