Courgetti is thin ribbons of courgette used as a nutritious alternative to pasta or noodles. This flavorful dish has a healthy twist by using courgetti ( Zucchini ribbons ) instead of pasta. Seasoned with olive oil, dried oregano and salt, Pecorino cheese and fresh basil.
In a hot pan, add vegetable oil, and start by frying the onions and garlic.
After 1 minute you can add in the mushrooms and chicken and season with chicken seasoning, salt and black pepper.
Cook on high heat, while constantly stirring, for about 10-12 minutes.
Lower the heat and add in the heavy cream.
Reduce sauce for another 2-3 minutes by stirring frequently, until the cream has thickened. (A reduction is simply a liquid that has been simmered to reduce the volume.)
Serve and Enjoy.
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Classic banana bread is a perfect way to save overripe bananas, but when you want to switch things up, this spiced banana nut bread will fit the bill perfectly. It is Gluten-Freeby using cassava flour and it gets a spicy twist from warming cinnamon and nutmeg.
Cinnamon has a slightly spicy and sweet taste that lends itself to desserts perfectly, while nutmeg is even more aromatic with a nutty and spicy flavor. When baked in a banana-rich batter, the spices natural oils release and permeate both the taste and smell of the bread. The spices turn this banana bread into a cool weather sweet treat when a warming pick-me-up is required alongside a favorite steaming hot beverage.
Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 50 to 60 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour to 1 hour and 20 minutes
Ingredients
3 overly ripe bananas 3 large eggs ½ cup softened butter or coconut oil, plus more to grease the pan ¼ cup maple sugar 1 tablespoon Spicely Organics Vanilla Extract 1 tablespoon Spicely Organics Cinnamon Ground ½ teaspoon Spicely Organics Nutmeg Ground 1 cup Otto's Naturals Cassava flour 1½ teaspoons baking powder ½ teaspoon baking soda ½ teaspoon fine sea salt 1 cup chopped walnuts ½ cup chocolate chips (optional)
Directions
1. Preheat the oven to 350 F (180 C) and grease a 9 x 5-inch (23 x 13-cm) loaf pan. 2. Peel and mash the bananas in a large bowl. 3. In a separate bowl or stand mixer, beat the eggs with the butter or coconut oil, maple sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Add the mashed bananas and beat until smooth. 4. In a separate bowl, whisk the Otto’s Cassava flour with the baking powder, baking soda, and salt. 5. Slowly stir the dry ingredients into the wet, and mix until combined. Fold in the chopped walnuts and chocolate chips (if using). 6. Pour into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top; bake for 50 to 60 minutes or until an inserted skewer comes out clean. 7. Cool completely before slicing and serving.
Creamy, spiced chai cheesecake with a nutty, chewy crust! Perfect for the fall season paired with coffee or hot tea. This cheesecake is no bake…easy to make and so delicious.
1 Spicely Organics vanilla bean or 1 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 tsp salt
Ingredients (Crust)
1 cup oats
1/3 cup raw almonds
7 dates, pitted
2 tbsp almond butter
1 tbsp coconut oil
1 tsp salt
1 tsp cinnamon
1 tsp vanilla
Method
Before you begin this recipe soak your raw cashews. If you have the time soak them in filtered water for at least 2 hours or over night OR you can soak in hot water for 20 minutes.
Add 1/3 cup almonds to processor and pulse until fine, close to flour consistency. Then add the remaining crust ingredients. Pulse and it should come together into a sticky dough.
Grease a 6” springform pan with 1 tsp melted coconut oil. Remove crust from food processor and press into the greased pan, evenly pressing down and pushing the crust to the sides as well. Set aside.
In a high speed blender combine cashews, (shake coconut milk can before opening) coconut milk and the remaining ingredients. Blend until smooth. Taste and adjust sweetness by adding more maple syrup if needed as well as any of the spices.
Pour the filling on top of the crust and spread with a spoon or spatula creating a smooth top. Place In freezer for 4 hours or over-night.
Run a sharp knife along the edge of the pan and cheesecake and then release cake from pan.
Add an optional dust of cinnamon over top. Let sit for 15 minutes (just to soften up a bit), cut and enjoy! * *You can store in the fridge for 4 days or in the freezer for 2-4 weeks.
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For the pickled onions combine all ingredients in a jar and let sit for 30 minutes to 1 hour before enjoying. *You can store in the fridge for up to a couple weeks and enjoy on tacos, salads and many more dishes!
Place raw cashews in a medium-sized bowl, cover with hot water and let sit for 20 minutes.
Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Cut cauliflower into small florets and place in a bowl along with olive oil, cajun seasoning and salt. Toss until each floret is evenly coated. Spread out cauliflower onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 25 minutes.
Once the raw cashews have soaked in the hot water for 20 minutes, discard water and place cashews in a high-speed blender or food processor along with almond milk, nutritional yeast, salt and lemon juice. Blend on high until smooth.
Once cauliflower is baked and out of the oven heat tortillas and assemble tacos by adding a generous handful of baked cauliflower, a spoonful of cashew cream, pickled onions, squeeze of lime and a sprinkle of chopped cilantro.
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Cut sweet potatoes into disks, brush with a little olive oil, season with salt and pepper and bake at 400 degrees F for 35 minutes.
In a medium sized pan, sauté corn until it begins to char. In a medium sized bowl mash avocados then add the remaining ingredients. Mix until well combined. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
For the pickled onions combine all ingredients in a jar and let sit for 1 hour before enjoying. *You can store in fridge for up to a couple weeks and enjoy on tacos, salads and many more dishes!
For the roasted cajun chickpeas combine all ingredients in a medium size bowl and toss. Bake in a preheated oven at 400 degrees for 20 minutes or until golden brown. Take out of oven and let sit for 10 minutes to cool... they will be crunchier as they cool.
Assemble all together by spooning guac on each sweet potato followed by chickpeas, pickled onions, an optional sprinkle of extra chili pepper flakes, and a sprinkle of chopped cilantro.
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Roasting/baking brussels sprouts is the best way to cook these little vegetables! They hold so much flavor and can please everyone and anyone especially during the holiday season. These are very versatile as you can add any other seasonings, dried herbs and spices you like!
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Cook Time: 35 minutes
Serves: 4-6
Ingredients
1 1/2 lbs brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil or avocado oil
1 1/2 tsp Spicely Organics paprika
1 tsp Spicely Organics garlic powder
1/2 tsp sea salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
Method
Preheat the oven to 400° F. Place the brussels sprouts on a large baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Drizzle with the olive oil and sprinkle with paprika, garlic powder, salt and pepper. Gently mix until the brussels sprouts are evenly coated, using your hands to toss.
Bake for 20 to 30 minutes, until the brussels sprouts are lightly charred and crisp on the outside and tender in the center. The outer leaves will be very dark too. *Watch carefully towards the end of the baking time, as the cooking time will vary based on the size of your sprouts*. Enjoy Right out of the oven!
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Pumpkin spiced scones with a delicious maple cream cheese frosting. Perfect for breakfast paired with morning coffee or for a sweet treat after dinner! Very simple and easy to make in the fall season.
1-2 tbsp powdered sugar (depending on how sweet you want it)
pinch of salt
Method
Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, pumpkin spice, baking powder, baking soda and salt. Add cold vegan butter, using a fork to work the butter into the dry ingredients until it resembles coarse crumbs or wet sand.
In a blender combine pumpkin puree, almond milk, chia egg and vanilla. Blend for 15 seconds or until well mixed, then pour mixture over dry ingredients and stir using a rubber spatula until a soft dough forms.
Working on a lightly floured surface, knead the dough 3-4 times until it comes together. Form the dough into a log and begin to cut triangles . Should make 8-9 triangles!
Place scones onto prepared baking sheet. Place into oven and bake for 10-12 minutes.
To make the cream cheese maple frosting, combine vegan cream cheese, maple syrup and powdered sugar. Whisk until smooth.
When the scones are done, cool for 10 minutes and spoon the glaze on each scone.
Allow glaze to set before serving.
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A warm comforting bowl of coconut curry packed with flavor and so delicious. This Curry is very versatile and any veggies could be added! Serve as is or with rice noodles to elevate the dish that much more.
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Cook Time: 45 minutes
Serves: 4-6
Ingredients
2 tsp Spicely Organics curry powder
1 tsp Spicely Organics turmeric
1 tsp Spicely Organics ground ginger
1 tbsp maple syrup
2 tbsp soy sauce
2-3 cups chopped kabocha squash or pumpkin
1 zucchini, chopped
2 bell peppers, chopped
1 small onion, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 cans light coconut milk
4 cups vegetable broth
optional: rice noodles or ramen noodles, this is also amazing served with rice.
Method
Chop all your veggies into small bite sized pieces. In a large pot sauté onions and garlic for 2 minutes then add 1/2 cup of coconut milk, curry powder, turmeric powder, and ground ginger. Stir and let simmer on low for 3 minutes. Then add the remaining coconut milk, vegetable broth, maple syrup and soy sauce.
Stir then add the chopped kabocha squash. Cook for 6-8 minutes on medium to high heat. Press a fork into the kabocha squash and once it is soft, carefully spoon half the kabocha squash and liquid into a blender. Blend on high for 1 minute then pour back into the pot.
Add the remaining vegetables and cook on medium heat for 5-7 minutes or until all vegetables are soft and cooked. Serve with rice or add ramen or rice noodles! Top with sesame seeds, cilantro and chili pepper flakes.
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This dish is hearty, satisfying, and so delicious. A combination of nutty, savory and sweet flavors all in one.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Cook Time: 30 minutes
Serves: 4-6
Ingredients
1 cup broccoli, chopped
1/2 cup carrots, chopped
7 ounces extra firm tofu, cubed
1 cup purple cabbage, thinly sliced / shredded
8 ounces soba noodles
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp pepper
1 tbsp black sesame seeds
1 tbsp white sesame seeds
1/2 tbsp coconut oil or oil of choice
1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
Ingredients (Ginger Peanut Sauce)
1/2 cup natural peanut butter
3/4 cup canned coconut milk
2 1/2 tbsp cane sugar
2 1/2 tbsp soy sauce (or tamari for gluten free)
1 tsp Spicely Organics ground ginger
Method
Place all sauce ingredients in a sauce pan over medium to low heat. Whisk together until well combined, whisk for 30 seconds more, let simmer for 30 seconds, turn off heat and pour into a small bowl. (You may need to add more coconut milk until you reach the consistency you desire.) Set aside until ready to use.
Cook soba noodles according to the direction on the package.
In a large pan heat 1/2 tbsp of coconut oil and add chopped broccoli, carrots and cubed tofu. Season with salt and pepper. Cook for 6 minutes on medium heat. Pour the peanut sauce over the vegetables. If the sauce has thickened you can add 1-2 tbsp warm water before pouring the sauce over. Add cooked soba noodles, shredded cabbage, and black and white sesame seeds and toss all together. Heat on low for 2-4 minutes. Turn off heat and sprinkle with cilantro.
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Cook the pasta according to package directions. Set aside and toss with a little melted vegan butter, coconut oil or EVO to prevent pasta from sticking together.
In a large pan, melt 1 tbsp of vegan butter over medium high heat. Add once clove of crushed garlic and sauce for 1 minute until fragrant. Add the mushrooms and sauté for 5-10 minutes, until golden brown and softened. Set aside.
Add the remaining 2 tbsp of vegan butter to the pan and melt again over medium high heat. Add the remaining crushed carlin cloves and cook for 1 minute or just until fragrant. Add the herbes de provence, cashew milk and nutritional yeast whisking to incorporate. Let the mixture simmer until thickened. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Toss the sauce, pasta and mushrooms together. Add more cashew milk, as needed… to prevent the sauce from getting too thick. Stir in parsley just before serving.
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This pasta salad is light, flavorful and perfect for a summer bbq. The combination of grilled sweet corn with fresh, raw tomatoes & spinach paired with a tangy lemon tahini dressing makes for a delicious pasta salad.
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Cook Time: 35 minutes
Serves: 4-6
Ingredients (Salad)
4 ears of corns
2 cups uncooked orzo
1 tbsp bouillon (vegan chicken bouillon was used in this recipe)
1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cup spinach
1/2 cup slivered almonds
1/2 bunch cilantro, chopped
1 tsp salt
Ingredients (Dressing)
2 tbsp tahini
juice of two lemons
1/2 cup water
1 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp mustard seed (ground)
Directions
Begin by making orzo according to directions on package and add 1 tsp of bouillon.
Take husk off the ears of corn and either grill the corn or simply cook on a pan until sides become golden brown. Turn the ears of corn as you grill/cook. Cut corn off into a bowl and set aside.
In a small bowl combine all dressing ingredients and whisk until well combined.
Once the orzo is cooked, drain any excess water and place orzo into a large mixing bowl. Add all ingredients into a bowl along with dressing and toss until well combined. Add salt, pepper and extra lemon to taste.
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You can never go wrong with fries! Especially healthy fries that are baked and seasoned to perfection. The tangy and savory sauce with the hearty and flavor packed fries makes for a perfect appetizer or side dish.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Cook Time: 45 minutes
Serves: 4
Ingredients (Fries)
2-3 lb Yukon gold potatoes
1 1/2 tbsp curry powder
1 tsp salt
Ingredients (Dill Dipping Sauce)
3/4 cup coconut milk yogurt
2 tbsp dried dill
Juice of 1 lemon
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp pepper
1 tsp garlic powder
Directions
Cut potatoes into thick fry shape. Add to a large bowl along with curry powder and salt. Toss until fries are coated. Place in a preheated oven at 400 degrees and bake for 35 minutes.
In a small bowl combine dipping sauce ingredients and whisk until well combined. Set in fridge to chill until fries are baked.
Enjoy while fries and still hot!
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Summer time fruits are THE best. Peaches and blueberries are in abundance & I don’t think there is a better thing to do with them other then make a simple, easy yet delicious crisp! Adding some warm spices like cinnamon and cardamom takes the peaches to the next level. A cinnamon, oat and date crumble to sprinkle on top pairs so perfectly with the juicy and flavorful fruit. Oh! And the added scoop of vanilla ice cream (in this case vegan coconut milk ice cream) is a match made in heaven.
Prep Time: 6 minutes
Total Cook Time: 30 minutes
Serves: 6-8
INGREDIENTS
6 yellow peaches
Juice of 1 lemon
2 tbsp coconut sugar
1 tsp cinnamon
1/4 tsp nutmeg
1 cup blueberries
8 medjool dates (pitted)
1 cup rolled oats
1/2 tsp salt
2 tbsp coconut oil, melted
1/2 tbsp cinnamon
DIRECTIONS
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
Slice peaches, then add to a pan along with juice of 1 lemon, coconut sugar, cinnamon and nutmeg. Cook for 3 minutes over medium heat, constantly stirring then turn off heat.
In a food processor place oats and blend for 15 seconds on high. Add pitted dates, salt, melted coconut oil and cinnamon. Pulse until crumble begins to form.
To a baking dish add peaches (along with any juices in the pan) and the fresh blueberries. Mix with a spoon then evenly cover the fruit with the oat and date crumble.
Place in preheated oven and bake for 20 minutes or until top begins to slightly brown and fruit begins to bubble. Serve right out of the oven and top it off with an optional scoop of vanilla ice cream!
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Our achiote marinade gives these tasty grilled fish tacos a warm, earthy flavor. Dressed in our creamy chipotle dressing, they're unequaled. Serve these at your summer BBQ along with jicama sticks and our Spiced Guacamole.
Prep Time: 1 hour
Total Cook Time: 1.5 hours
Serves: 4
Ingredients (Marinade)
1/4 cup olive oil
2 tbsp Organic Achiote Seasoning
juice of 1 lime
1/2 tsp salt
Directions (Marinade)
In a small bowl, combine olive oil, achiote seasoning, lime juice and salt.
Transfer to a resealable plastic bag, add tilapia and marinate for one hour.
These grilled bell peppers stuffed with zucchini, corn, tomatoes, quinoa and Italian herbs, make an excellent vegetarian and gluten-free addition to your summer barbecue. Light, healthy and vibrant in color, they can be enjoyed as a side dish or as a great alternative to traditional barbecued meat.
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Total Cook Time: 1 hour to 1 hour 10 minutes
Serves: 3-6
Ingredients
4 medium mixed bell peppers (orange, yellow, green, red)
Seed, core and cut one of the bell peppers into 1/4-inch dice.
Cut the remaining 3 bell peppers in half lengthwise, directly through the stem, leaving a bit of stem attached to each half. Remove the core, seeds and ribs from the inside of each bell pepper, leaving the stem intact. Sprinkle the inside of each pepper with 1/4 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp ground pepper.
Melt oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and saute until nearly tender. Add the minced garlic, chopped bell pepper and zucchini. Saute the vegetables until crisp, then stir in the corn kernels and tomato.
Cook until heated through, about 2 minutes.
Stir in the Italian seasoning, Parsley, quinoa and the remaining 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp pepper.
Remove from heat and spoon the filling into the empty bell peppers.
Heat the grill over medium heat and brush the grate with oil. Put the stuffed peppers over the unheated part of the grill, cover, and cook until tender (about 20-30 minutes).
Remove bell peppers, sprinkle with cheese and enjoy.
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The term "shish kabob" originates from Turkish words literally meaning "skewer" and "roast meat." A traditional Turkish meal of nomadic tribes, shish kabobs are now a barbecue favorite that can be customized for any dietary restrictions and easily feed a large group of hungry guests. Try this tangy, slightly spicy version the next time you pull out the grill for a tasty alfresco dinner.
Prep Time: 1 hour
Total Cook Time: 1.5 hours
Serves: 4-6
Ingredients
1.5 pounds pork tenderloin, cubed
1 red onion, cubed
1 red pepper, cubed
1 yellow pepper, cubed
1 cup grape tomatoes
2 tablespoons Organic Shish Kabob Seasoning
1/4 cup olive oil
1 tbsp lemon juice
Salt to your taste
Directions
Place the cubed raw pork, olive oil, lemon juice and 2 tablespoons Shish Kabob Seasoning in a large Ziploc bag.
Allow the pork to marinate in the refrigerator at least one hour, or overnight.
Preheat an outdoor grill on high heat and lightly oil grate.
Place the marinated pork on pre-soaked, dry skewers, alternating between the onions, peppers and tomatoes.
Frequently brush with marinade while cooking, and turn frequently.
Cook until meat is no longer pink and juices run clear.
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The perfect vegetarian option for your upcoming summer barbeque, these juicy, full-flavored portobello mushroom burgers will satisfy even the most insistent carnivore. We recommend using the mushroom caps as buns for a gluten-free option, but feel free to sub one cap for a burger patty and use traditional hamburger buns as an alternative.
Prep Time: 35 minutes
Total Cook Time: 45 minutes
Serves: 2
Ingredients
4 portobello mushroom caps
¼ cup olive oil
2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
1 tbsp Organic Beef And Burger Seasoning
1 red onion, cut into thick slices
4 oz swiss cheese
1 tomato, cut into thick slices
romaine lettuce
Directions
In a large bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, olive oil and Beef And Burger Seasoning. Place the mushrooms in the bowl and toss with sauce. Let marinate at room temperature for 30 minutes, turning occasionally.
Heat the grill over medium heat and brush the grate with oil. Place the mushrooms on the grill, reserving the marinade for basting. Grill 5 minutes on each side, or until tender, brushing with marinade as each mushroom cooks.
Use mushrooms in lieu of buns and dress with onion, tomatoes, lettuce and cheese in between.
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Light, flavorful and simple to make, this Southwestern-inspired recipe makes an ideal weeknight dinner. The shrimp get a nice kick from Spicely Organics' Shrimps Crab Grill and Broil Seasoning, and the crisp romaine balances the meal out nicely. Add avocado, sour cream and/or pico de gallo to take your meal to the next level.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Cook Time: 30 minutes
Serves: 4
Ingredients
1 tsp olive oil, plus additional for frying
4 corn tortillas
1 lb peeled and deveined shrimp
1/2 tbsp Organic Shrimp Crab Grill and Broil Seasoning
4 cups shredded romaine
2 tsp fresh lime juice
1/4 cup sliced jalapeño
1/4 cup cilantro leaves
Lime wedges, for serving
Directions
In a medium skillet, heat 1/4 inch of vegetable oil until hot. Fry one tortilla at a time over medium-high heat until lightly golden on both sides.
Drain on paper towels and sprinkle lightly with salt.
Toss shrimp with 1 teaspoon of oil and Organic Shrimp Crab Grill and Broil. Add to a preheated pan and grill over medium high heat until cooked through (about 4 minutes), turning once.
In a medium bowl, toss the romaine, jalapeño and lime juice.
Set the tortillas on plates and top with romaine mixture and grilled shrimp.
Top with cilantro and serve with lime wedges.
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In a large frying pan, add enough olive oil to lightly coat the bottom of the pan. Add onions and cook over medium heat until soft and beginning to turn translucent.
Turn up the heat to high and add tofu, red pepper, salt, lemon juice and spices. Cook 2-4 minutes on high until red peppers become soft and the onions begin to caramelize.
Warm up tortillas in a dry skillet or in the oven.
Add grilled vegetables and tofu to warm tortillas, top with feta and parsley for garnish.
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Shawarma is traditionally cooked in a rotisserie oven or on a spit, but this home version is much more manageable to do. Serve with feta cheese, pickled red onions, tomato slices, tahini (or hummus), and shredded lettuce for a balanced meal.
Prep Time: 1-12 hours
Total Cook Time: 45 minutes
Serves: 4-6
Ingredients
2 lemons, juiced
1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon olive oil
6 cloves garlic, peeled, smashed and minced
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 ecobox Organic Shawarma Seasoning
2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
1 large red onion, peeled and quartered
Directions
Prepare the marinade - blitz lemon juice, oil, garlic cloves, salt, and Shawarma seasoning in a blender until creamy. Add to chicken and toss well to coat. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour and up to 12.
Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Line chicken and onion quarters on an foiled and oiled baking sheet.
Roast until brown, about 30-40 minutes. Remove from oven and rest for at least 5 minutes. Slice and serve with shawarma fixings.
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Peaches have no better home than on the grill. Tossing them over the flame intensifies their deep sweetness and natural juiciness, and adding a bit of spicy flavor on top of that makes for an incomparable summertime dessert.
Just make sure to clean the grates extra well before tossing these (or any fruit) on the grill. And (as if it has to even be said) pair with vanilla ice cream to complete the treat.
Warm, Thai-flavored tri-tip and sweet, crisp cucumber salad make a winning combination. Both lavish and light, this meal doesn’t take much time to prepare once the meat has been marinated. Plus, it has heat, but not too much spice, for delicate palates.
Prep Time: 3-12 hours
Total Cook Time: 3.5-12.5 hours
Serves: 3-4
Ingredients
2 large cucumbers, thinly sliced
1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
3 tbsp sesame oil
2 tbsp rice vinegar
1 tbsp fish sauce
1 Organic Shallot Minced
salt and pepper, to taste
1/4 cup olive oil
2 tbsp fish sauce
juice of 1 lime
2 tbsp Organic Thai Spice Blend Seasoning
1 lb tri-tip
Directions
Whisk wet tri-tip ingredients together, along with organic Thai Spice Blend seasoning. Place in a Ziploc bag, and add tri-tip. Seal and let meat marinate in refrigerator for 3-12 hours.
Heat grill to medium-high heat. Cook tri-tip until cooked through to preferred doneness. Remove from heat, let cool and slice into thin strips.
To prepare salad, combine cucumber and red onion. In a small bowl, whisk sesame oil, rice vinegar, fish sauce, shallot, salt and pepper together. Drizzle over salad. Top with sliced tri-tip and enjoy.
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On a gluten-free diet but yearning for a heaping bowl of pasta? Zucchini noodles allow you to enjoy a low-carb, naturally gluten-free, Italian-inspired dinner. This recipe is a great way to get kids (and adults) to eat more veggies and is simple to put together for a weeknight meal.
5 medium zucchinis, sliced into noodle-thin strips using a mandoline, julienne peeler or vegetable spiralizer
8 asparagus spears, chopped into 1.5 inch pieces
black pepper and salt, to taste
additional grated Parmesan cheese for serving
Directions
Combine 1/4 cup olive oil, 2 tbsp lemon juice and 2 tbsp Organic Italian Seasoning in a small bowl.
Place chicken in a large resealable plastic bag, add marinade and coat well. Seal and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
Meanwhile, combine basil and garlic in a food processor. Pulse until coarsely chopped, then slowly drizzle in 1/3 cup olive oil, keeping food processor on.
Stop the machine, add lemon juice and Parmesan cheese and pulse once more until blended.
Remove chicken from refrigerator. Heat stovetop grill to medium heat and cook chicken for about 6-8 minutes on each side or until cooked through. Let sit for 10 minutes before slicing into thin strips.
While chicken cooks and sits, heat 1-2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once the pan is hot, add asparagus. Cook for about 5 minutes, until spears are just slightly tender.
Toss in zucchini noodles and continue to cook about 5 more minutes, until asparagus stalks and zucchini noodles are both fully tender.
Combine zucchini/asparagus mixture with pesto and grilled chicken.
Serve into individual bowls and top with additional Parmesan cheese.
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Say goodbye to boring salads and add this simple, healthy alternative to your weekly lunch or dinner rotation.
This Greek quinoa salad gets its tangy taste from chicken marinated in za'atar, a seasoning blend of dried herbs, toasted sesame seeds, sumac and salt. A traditional staple of Middle Eastern cuisine, za'atar adds a bright, citrusy flavor and a vibrant aroma.
Asparagus is a favorite spring veggie high in potassium, fiber, folic acid and vitamin C. Topped with parmesan and seasoned with garlic, this recipe makes a tempting side dish that comes together in just minutes.
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Cook Time: 10 minutes
Serves: 4
Ingredients
1 pound asparagus
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon Organic Garlic Minced
1 teaspoon grey sea salt
1 teaspoon Organic Black Pepper Ground
1/4 cup shaved parmesan cheese
Directions
Preheat oven to 400°F. Place asparagus in a 9x13 casserole dish and coat with olive oil.
Toss with garlic, salt and pepper, and sprinkle with parmesan cheese.
Roast inside preheated oven about 10 minutes, or until the thickest part of each stem is tender.
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Baghali Polo is a classic Persian dish. Although its ingredients are minimal, the organic dill weed adds zest and aroma, and the tender beans tie it all together. Serve with sizzling chicken kebabs for a filling, tangy meal.
Combine the rice, salt, olive oil and 3 cups water in a medium pot with a lid over high heat. Bring the water to a boil, and let it bubble, uncovered, until the water evaporates. (When the water is all gone, the rice should be about half-cooked.) Turn the heat to low.
Add the dill weed and garlic granulates, and stir with a fork. Spread the beans out over the top of the rice, cover the pot and cook until the rice is tender, about 15 minutes.
Turn off the heat. Fluff with a fork. Taste and adjust the seasoning, and serve.
Ingredients (Chicken Kebabs)
1 lb chicken breast and thigh, cut into 1 1/2 inch pieces
Food is always great for the holidays because you can add a little personality with exotic ingredients. They're also perfect for party favors and hostess gifts.
This month, we’ll be posting ideas and recipes for easy food gifting!
Our first DIY recipe is a spicy way to celebrate National Hot Chocolate day, which falls on December 13th.
If you are vegan or lactose intolerant, this recipe can be easily substituted with dehydrated soy milk.
Combine all ingredients in a mixing bowl and incorporate evenly. This recipe will make about 5 ½ cups of dry mix, which will keep indefinitely in a sealed, dry container.
Boil 4-6 cups of water. Fill mug half full with hot cocoa mix and pour in water. Stir until completely combined. Serve with whipped cream and a sprinkle of cayenne.
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Did you know that Creme Brulee that we know today is not a traditional French dessert?
While in history there are plenty of “burnt cream” recipes, early French versions actually had a separate disk of caramel placed on top of the dish, rather than having sugar burnt onto it.
The Creme Brulee that most of us know was first popularized in NYC in the 1980s by the legendary restaurant Le Cirque. And even then, the chef drew inspirations from a traditional Spanish dessert called Crema Catalana.
Being an American invention, it’s no wonder that we see so many variations of Creme Brulee out there! Here’s a very simple, yet exotic one that uses Organic Matcha.
Place four small ramekins in a large roasting pan and fill the pan so that the water comes three quarters of the way up to the sides of the ramekins. This will allow the eggs to cook evenly. Remove ramekins and place the pan in the oven.
Combine all the ingredients but the eggs and sugar in a sauce pot and bring to a simmer. Remove from heat.
In a large bowl, whisk up eggs and sugar vigorously.
Pour in the milk mixture slowly while whisking, and temper. Strain, then distribute into ramekins.
Bake until just set, approximately 25 to 30 minutes. You can test for doneness by jiggly the pan a bit. If the center of the ramekin ripples instead of jiggling, it needs to cook a little more.
Cool, then refrigerate at least 6 hours before serving so that the eggs can settle.
To brulee the top, top each custard with sugar, just enough to coast surface. Pour off the excess, then torch until the sugar melts and burns. Make sure to do this with a cool custard, otherwise, the sugar will not harden to create the delicate crust.
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Adding cardamom to your coffee transforms an average cup of joe into a sumptuous morning delight. A symbol of hospitality in some cultures, this yummy, fragrant drink goes hand in hand with a leisurely morning spent curled up with good company or a good book.
Add 3-4 tablespoons of coffee to the French press pot, depending on preferred brew strength. Add crushed cardamom pods and ground cinnamon.
Bring the water to a near boil and slowly pour into the French press, over the coffee and spices. Place the plunger-filter/lid on top, but don’t press down just yet. Let steep for around 4 minutes, depending on how strong you prefer your coffee.
Slowly press down the plunger, pushing the coffee grounds and spices towards the bottom of the press pot. Serve into coffee cups and enjoy either black, or with milk and sugar.
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These delicious chai-spiced chocolate chip cookies are chopped with organic chai-infused chocolate and filled with cardamom, ginger, cinnamon and cloves. Treat your tastebuds to the perfect combination of sweetness and spice with each bite.
These go excellently with a cup of tea and can be made gluten-free.
85 grams (3 oz) of Organic Chai 60% Dark Chocolate, chopped
Directions
Heat the oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Sift the flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, ginger, cloves and cardamom together in a medium bowl. In a second bowl, beat the butter, brown sugar and sugar together using a hand or stand mixer. Beat on low speed until the butter and sugar are mixed. Add the eggs and mix again. Stir in the vanilla.
Combine the dry mixture with the wet mixture, and mix on low speed for about 30 seconds. Add the chopped chocolate and stir until evenly dispersed.
Scoop round tablespoons of dough onto the baking sheet, about 2 inches apart. Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the cookies are golden on top. Remove from oven and cool on the pan for 3 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy!
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Spicely's organic midnight mocha chocolate is a delicious dark chocolate that has hints of coffee. It is Spicely's version of a rich mocha cappuccino in chocolate candy form and it makes a great edition to some fudge-y brownies.
Prep Time: 2 minutes
Total Cook Time: 1 hour
Serves: 12
Ingredients
55 grams (2 oz) unsweetened chocolate, chopped
170 grams (6 oz) organic midnight mocha dark chocolate, chopped
Preheat the oven to 325 degrees. Butter a 9x13 inch pan, lay a piece of parchment at the bottom, and butter the top of the parchment paper.
Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat until it starts to bubble. Add all of the chocolate to the saucepan and turn off the heat. Use a spatula and stir the chocolate and butter mixture until all of the chocolate has melted. If the chocolate does not melt all of the way, turn the heat back on low for 30 seconds while stirring to finish the melting process. Add 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract and set aside.
In a stand mixer, or using a hand mixer, whisk 5 eggs and sugar together until frothy and thick, about 1 minute on high speed. Pour egg and sugar mixture into a big mixing bowl and slowly add chocolate mixture and fold together until uniform.
In a separate bowl, sift together dry ingredients.
Slowly add dry ingredients into the bowl and fold in. Once the mixture is uniform, stop folding and do not over mix.
Pour mixture into the butter pan and place in the oven to 30-35 minutes. To check for doneness, slide a knife into the center of the cake- it should come out easily but with some crumbs on it.
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Combine brewed tea, apple cider, cherry juice and star anise pods into a sauce pan over low heat. Allow to simmer lightly for 10 minutes without boiling. Pour into mugs and serve.
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Both gorgeous and brimming with flavor, this hot smoked salmon makes an excellent dish for entertaining. Smoking it creates a flaky, yet juicy, filet, and seasoning it with Spicely's Organic Fish Grill & Broil spice blend offers a non-overwhelming kick.
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Total Cook Time: 3-6 hours
Serves: 2
Ingredients (Salmon)
2 large salmon filets (or barbecue cuts), skin intact and pin bones removed
Whether it is game time or just lunch time, this chili is so incredibly easy to make and absolutely delicious. Just throw the ingredients in a slow cooker and enjoy!
This recipe is so easy and makes a delicious lazy Sunday meal. Simply place all ingredients in your slow cooker and heat on high for 4 hours or low for 8 hours.
Serve!
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This apple and cranberry crumble is the perfect dessert for a chilly autumn evening. It comes together easily and will leave your home smelling wonderful as it bakes in your oven. For this recipe, use whatever apples you like. I decided to use gala apples, as the fresh cranberries provide plenty of tartness to the dessert. If you don’t have any fresh cranberries around, feel free to use 1/3 cup of dried cranberries instead.
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Total Cook Time: 90 minutes
Serves: 6
INGREDIENTS
4 cups peeled and chopped apples (about 3 large apples)
Butter a 10-inch cast-iron skillet or a 10- or 9-inch pie dish. Set aside.
In a large bowl, mix apples, cranberries, honey, lemon juice, and cardamom. Pour fruit mixture into prepared skillet and spread it around so that it is level.
In a separate bowl, mix rolled oats, flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Pour in melted butter and stir with a fork until evenly moistened. Cover fruit with crumble topping.
Bake crumble for 35 to 40 minutes, or until the apples are tender when pierced with a fork and the crumble has browned.
Let crumble cool for a few minutes. Serve crumble in bowls with a scoop of ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream, if desired.
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This apple butter is a great way to celebrate autumn bounty, and it’s relatively hands-off. To store, make sure to sterilize containers like you would with home canned goods.
While the rest of the world is clamoring over the spiced latte season, why not cozy up to a bowl of sweet, chunky chili? This vegan pumpkin chili is perfect for sharing and is very easy to make. If you can’t find any pureed pumpkin, this recipe works wonders with butternut squash or kabocha too.
September welcomes the long and bountiful apple season. Try this warm, homely dessert with crisp apples! For an extra special treat, serve with a glass of chilled riesling.
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Cook Time: 1.25 hours
Serves: 6
Ingredients:
1⁄4 cup granulated sugar
1⁄4 cup maple syrup
4 tbsp unsalted butter, room temperature
2 tbsp Organic Apple Pie Spice
1⁄4 tsp Grey Sea Salt
6 firm, stemmed and cored (something firm like Fujis or Granny Smiths)
Directions:
Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F.
Combine butter, maple syrup, sugar, spices in a bowl.
Slice the bottoms off the apples so that they sit evenly. Place on a baking pan and fill the core holes with the butter mixture. Cover with foil and bake until soft; about 40 to 50 minutes.
Serve warm, with a sprinkle of sea salt over the apples. Add vanilla ice cream if desired.
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DIY taco seasoning is a great pantry staple to have around; it’ll make weeknight dinners quick and easy! To use, simply stir fry your choice of ground meat or tofu, and add the seasoning. The arrowroot powder will help everything come together. Feel free to experiment with the ingredients; swap out something, add another: the sky’s your limit!
Dry Curry is a style of Japanese curry that is made with ground meat and does not have a lot of gravy in it. This curry recipe can be made with any ground meat, but also works well with crumbled firm tofu!
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Cook Time: 45 minutes
Serves: 2
INGREDIENTS
14 oz ground beef
2 onions, small dice
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tbsp grated ginger
2 bell peppers, small dice
1 celery stalk, small dice
1 carrot, small dice
1 eggplant, small dice
1/4 cup raisins
1 small can of crushed tomatoes
2 cups stock (beef or vegetable, depending on your protein)
Summer is nearing its end, and you know what that means! Tomato season is going soon too, to make way for winter squashes and hearty root vegetables. If you have an abundance of tomatoes, treat yourself to this sweet treat: put it on a slice of toasted artisan bread, mix it with some mozzarella, or just eat it out of the jar.
This also works well with sad winter tomatoes - the slow roasting will caramelize the sugars and bring out tomato-y delicious.
Preheat oven to 275 degrees farenheit. Slice tomatoes into halves. Arrange tomatoes cut-side up on a parchment-covered baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil, then sprinkle salt and coriander over the tomatoes; a three-fingered pinch per tomato should be fine. Let roast until leathery and the skin is ready to fall off; about an hour or hour and half.
Peel the skin off and place in an air-tight container. The compote will keep in a refrigerator for up to 4 days.
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You’ve got your ketchup, your mustard… Now you need some sauerkraut to round out your summer meal!
Sauerkraut is considered to be the easiest fermented pickle to make at home. You can customize as much as you want - some people add green apples, some people add fennel shavings, some people turn it into kimchi - and it’s all delicious! Plus, the lacto-fermentation bacteria are oh-so-good for your digestive system.
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Toss cabbage, salt and spices together in a large mixing bowl. Occasionally squeeze the cabbage and rub the salt in.
Once the cabbage is limp, transfer into a large container or glass jar. Pack cabbage as tightly as you can and then weigh down with a ziplock bag full of marbles. Cover loosely with a fabric and secure with twine; the kraut will have to breathe.
Over the next 24 hours, push cabbage down every few hours to ensure that everything is submerged in juice. Whatever is exposed to air will rot! If there’s not enough liquid after the first 24 hours, add a mixture of 1 tsp salt and 1 cup water and press down.
Let this sit in a cool, dark place for 10 to 14 days, or until desired sourness and texture. Taste every day, and scoop off any scum (scum means that the bacteria is happy and active!). Once it tastes good to you, cap it off and refrigerate to stop further fermentation.
Your sauerkraut will keep in the refrigerator for up to a month.
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Have you ever tried curry ketchup? It’s a sauce in common in Belgian and German cuisine, often served with fries or sausage dishes like currywurst. It’s essentially just ketchup and - you guessed it - curry powder.
Our version is a little more involved than the original curry ketchup, but it’s still super simple. This spiced ketchup recipe goes great with anything, but nothing beats fries and sausages!
These are great on everything - sandwiches, shawarmas, hot dogs, salads, or just straight out of the jar! The steps are a little tedious but trust us, it's all worth it!
Bring a 4-qt pot of water to a boil. Prepare a bowl of ice water on the side.
Add onion rings and simmer until slightly soft - about 20 seconds. Using a slotted spoon, transfer into the ice bowl. This is called blanching and shocking. Let sit in ice bath for a few minutes, then drain and set aside.
Boil vinegar, sugar, and spices. Chill down to room temperature.
In a sealed container, combine pickle brine and onions and store in the refrigerator. Let brine for at least 12 hours before use.
Pickles will keep sealed and refrigerated for up to week.
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Heat oven to 400° F. Poke each sweet potato several times with a fork. Place on a lined baking sheet and bake until soft, about 45 minutes.
In a heavy bottomed sauce pot, sauté onions, bell pepper and garlic in olive oil. Add ground turkey until cooked.
Add ketchup, brown sugar, water, spices, Worcestershire sauce, and tomato paste. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes, until thick and saucy.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Halve baked sweet potatoes and cover with meat sauce. Serve with shredded cheddar.
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Mushroom Veloute is a classic French soup, often taught in cooking schools to demonstrate the effect of roux. If you’re gluten intolerant, the flour can be substituted with arrowroot powder or other gluten-free alternative flours that can withstand heat.
First, sweat onion and leeks in butter until soft and translucent. Add the sliced mushrooms, and keep cooking and stirring until mushrooms become soft. Add flour and stir until everything becomes a pasty roux.
Add chicken stock and bring to a boil, stirring regularly so that all of the roux dissolves evenly. Add the milk and cream, and return to a boil, while continuously stirring. Season with salt and pepper.
Remove soup from heat and puree with an immersion blender. Pass through a sieve and return to pot. Bring to a steam.
To serve, divide into bowls and sprinkle chervil on top.
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These lavender infused nuts are great for a healthy movie night, friendly get-togethers, and just plain snacking. The recipe can be easily multiplied if you want to share!
Preheat the oven to 300°F. Roast the almonds on a baking sheet until fragrant and puffed (approximately 10 minutes). Keep a close eye because they will burn quickly.
Finely grind lavender. Combine almonds with lavender, sugar, salt, and olive oil; toss to coat. Serve immediately.
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Our guest blogger, Molly Kumar, has an amazing recipe to share. We really appreciate her love and passion for cooking and are excited to feature her on our website. We would love to try a bite of this tasteful and creative recipe, how about you? Please see the recipe below and try it and don't forget to visit Molly's blog!
Serving Suggestion: Serve Hot with Roti/Parantha/Poori/Rice
Tools
Large Pan/Pot with Lid
Food Processor
Ingredients
4 Large Hard Boiled Eggs – Shelled and Cleaned.
1 Large White Onion – Chopped
1 Garlic Clove – Washed and cleaned
1 Small Piece Ginger - Washed and cleaned
1 Tbsp White Vinegar
1/2 Tbsp Brown Sugar – You can use any sugar or skip this ingredient
1/2 Cup Water
5 Tbsp Olive Oil – You may use any flavorless oil of choice
Few Sprigs of Fresh Cilantro/Coriander Leaves – Finely Chopped -For Decoration - Optional
11/2 Tbsp Vindaloo Curry Powder.
1 Tsp Red Chili Powder – I’m using Kashmiri Chili, You can use any red chili or omit this ingredient.
1 Tsp Salt (As per your taste)
Directions
In a Food Processor, add onion, garlic, ginger and blend/pulse to a thick smooth paste. (Takes about a minute)
Heat oil in a large pan, add the onion paste, sauté for a minute and cover the lid(Reduce the heat to low and let the paste cook for about 2 minutes).
After 2 minutes, uncover the lid, sauté the onion paste (which would have turned slightly golden brown).
Now add the listed spices, give it a good mix, cover and simmer for another 2 minutes.
Open the cover, add water, sugar, vinegar, mix one more time, cover and cook for 3 minutes or until the water is reduced and you see oil separating on the sides.
Turn off the heat, transfer in serving dish.
Now place shelled and cleaned hard boiled eggs on the curry, sprinkle with cilantro and serve hot with rice / roti / bread.
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Shojin Cuisine is a style of vegan cooking that was started by Japanese Buddhist monks. While european cuisine use beef stock as a base, shojin cuisine utilizes a quick fumet-like stock called Rikyu dashi, which is made of dried kelp and shiitake mushrooms.
This simple dish is a shojin classic; kabocha squash, a tough, pumpkin-like vegetable is simmered in soy and dashi until soft and sweet. If you can’t find kabocha in your area, any sweet squash like butternut or Delicata will work as a substitute.
Prep Time: 8 hours
Total Cook Time: 45 minutes
Serves: 4-6
Ingredients
1/2 kabocha, washed and cleaned
4 cups water
1 4-inch piece dried kombu
2-3 dried shiitake mushroom
2 tbsp white or low sodium soy sauce (substitute with tamari soy if gluten-free)
Combine water, kombu, and shiitake mushrooms in a lidded container. Refrigerate overnight.
Transfer dashi into a large pot and bring to a gentle simmer. Take off of heat and let infuse for 20 minutes. Remove kombu and shiitake and reserve for another use.
Cut kabocha into 2 inch chunks. In a large pot, place pieces skin side down. Cover with dashi up until 2/3 of the way. Sprinkle in soy sauce, sake, and salt. Wedge pieces of ginger inbetween kabocha slices.
Bring to a gentle simmer. Cover the kabocha with parchment paper and let braise for 20-30 minutes, or until the liquid is reduced to half.
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Vegetable stock is incredibly easy to make, yet can elevate a dish from okay to amazing! It’s also versatile too - other than the basic aromatics of onions celery and fennel, you can add or alter ingredients to suit your needs. Need something sweet? Add tomatoes. Savory? Mushrooms. Hearty? Caramelize or roast the aromatics.
Here, we have a strong and hearty vegetable stock so that it has enough backbone for winter stews and soup recipes. Your stock will store up to 7 days in a refrigerator and 3 weeks in the freezer in an airtight container. Feel free to multiply the recipe for backstock.
Our white sangria is spicy and potent; perfect for kicking off a New Years Eve soiree! The best part is that this can be made ahead - just add the grapes right before serving. If you want to make a vegan version, simply substitute honey with agave or maple syrup.
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Cook Time: 15 minutes
Serves: 6-8 people
Ingredients
1 cup water
1/2 cup honey
1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
1 ecobox Organic Mulling Spice Seasoning
2 bottles dry white wine such as Sauvignon Blanc
1/4 cup orange liqueur, such as Cointreau or Bauchant
Lisa Lin, our special guest blogger from Healthy Nibbles & Bits has a delicious Applesauce recipe to share with us. There is no doubt in our minds that it tastes as amazing as it looks in the picture. Don't believe us? Try it yourself, checkout the recipe below and don't forget to visit Lisa's page.
Chop the apples into fairly thin slices. I peeled about 4 of the apples and left the skin on 3 of them.
Place the apples and spices in a slow cooker, and set it on low for 4 hours.
When the apples are done, take an immersion blender and blend the apples until it turns into a smooth sauce. You can also blend everything in a blender, but I was too lazy to do that.
Enjoy it warm or refrigerate it for 2 weeks!
NOTES
Adapted from Mel's Kitchen.
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This traditional Swedish cookie, called Pepperkakor, is what a holiday cookie is all about: sugar, spice, and everything nice! Not only do they taste great, but they look gorgeous on your Christmas tree as well. Simply tie on a ribbon and hang it on your evergreen.
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Cook Time: 14 hours
Serves: 4 dozen cookies
Ingredients
4 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/3 cups sugar
1/4 cup molasses
1/3 cup water
7/8 cup butter
1 tbsp Organic Orange Peel
1 compact Organic Cake Spice
2 tsp baking soda
1 tsp kosher salt
Directions
Boil sugar, molasses, and water in a small saucepan.
Place butter, orange peel, and spice mix in a large mixing bowl. Add hot sugar mixture and stir until completely incorporated.
In a smaller bowl, stir together baking soda, salt and flour. Add dry ingredients into the sugar mixture and mix until you get a smooth dough. Cover and let stand overnight.
Divide dough into 6-8 portions. Roll out cookie dough in between two sheets of parchment, until the center of the dough is about ⅛ inch thick. Cut out shapes from the dough with cookie cutters.
Place the cookies on a parchment covered cookie sheet. Bake the cookies at 350~400F for 5-8 minutes in the center of the oven, until the edges slightly turn brown. Let cool completely before eating.
This cookie is delicious as-is, but you can also use your favorite icing to decorate.
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A rillette is a type of spread that is eaten on toasted bread or crackers. Usually it’s made with pork or duck, a healthy splash of wine, and lots of butter.
We came up with this vegan version so that you don’t have to take hummus to the party again. No offense to the world’s favorite chickpea dip, but this one is a show stopper! This recipe uses plenty of sherry wine and French Four Spice, a traditional spice blend that’s mainly used in charcuterie.
For the mushrooms, plain button mushrooms work great, but wild mushrooms like chantrelles, shimejis, or hen of the woods will make it sing.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Cook Time: 25 minutes
Serves: 4-6
Ingredients
8 tbsp coconut oil, divided
12-15 ounces fresh mushrooms, coarse chopped
2 garlic cloves minced
1/4 cup sherry
1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
1 tbsp tomato paste
½~1 tsp kosher salt
1 tsp finely grated lemon peel
chopped fresh parsley
ground black pepper
Directions
Melt half the coconut oil in heavy large skillet over high heat.
Add mushrooms, and sprinkle in some salt and pepper.
Sauté until mushrooms are tender, then add garlic.
Add sherry, lemon juice, tomato paste, and lemon peel. Simmer until most of the liquid has evaporated and let cool.
Transfer mushroom mixture to a food processor. Add parsley and remaining coconut oil, and chop until you get a chunky paste. Season to taste with salt, pepper, and additional lemon juice (if needed).
Transfer to an air-tight container, and let rest overnight so the flavors can develop.
Serve on toasted bread, garnished with additional chopped parsley.
The rillette can be stored for up to a week in the refrigerator.
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The beauty of our Organic Pumpkin Pie Spice Seasoning is that it’s so versatile. It has all of the warm spices that invoke the holiday season, so it goes well with anything sweet and hearty.
In this sample recipe, we used butternut squash because that’s what’s in season, but it can be substituted with any squash, pumpkin, sweet potatoes, carrots, persimmons, even zucchinis!
For the best results, first roast your vegetables until soft and sweet, then use the mash for this recipe.
1 cup mashed (approximately 6-8oz) butternut squash
6 oz milk
2 large eggs
4 oz oil
Directions
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
Take all dry ingredients (flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, spices).
Combine in a bowl and whisk briefly with a whisk.
In a smaller bowl, using a whisk or an immersion blender, combine together mashed squash, milk, eggs, and oil. Add this mixture to the dry ingredients and mix to combine. Do not over mix.
Pour the batter into muffin tin and bake about 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the middle of the muffin comes out clean.
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This simple dessert is a perfect end to a big meal - flavorful yet light, and beautiful on a plate! It’s like pumpkin pie, but without the extra work to make pie crust (so it’s gluten-free!).
If pumpkin is not your thing, the puree can be substituted with pureed sweet potatoes or butternut squash.
Last week we talked about combining spices and herbs with fruits to make exotic jams. Here’s a seasonal one that is easy to make and does not require pectin. Spread it on toast to jazz up your morning, add a dollop to your black tea to make Russian Tea, or add some to your baked goods! Make sure to preserve the jam so that you can enjoy it year round.
Combine fruit and lemon juice in a medium sauce pot. Cook over medium heat until completely cooked through and sloshy.
Measure this fruit mixture’s volume. Then take 75% of this amount in sugar (approximately 4 cups), and combine into pot with fruit and Ras El Hanout.
Turn up the heat and cook down, while stirring continuously. Once foam subsides, approximately 10~20 minutes later, the jam should be set.
To test if the jam has set, freeze a small plate for a minute. Drizzle some hot jam, and freeze this plate again for a minute. Drag finger through the jam; if it wrinkles, it is ready. If not, cook down for another 5 minutes.
Ladle the jam into hot, sterilized half-pint jars, leaving 1/4 inch headroom. Wipe the rims with a clean towel, seal, and sterilize by boiling for 10 minutes. Let cool and store. Makes 3 pints.
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September 30th is Hot Mulled Cider Day – what a perfect way to celebrate the arrival of fall!
Mulling is a very old technique that is used to infuse spice flavors to drinks like sweet wines and ciders. Most European countries have some sort of a rendition – British Wassail, Nordic Glögg, Germanic Glühwein, French Chaud Vin, Russian Glintwein... And the list keeps going on and on!
The spice combination differs by region, but is usually some mixture of cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and/or citrus. While mulled drinks have been around since the Roman Ages, it became a holiday tradition after it appeared on Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol.
Mulled Cider is best when made with unfiltered apple cider, which usually come out around this time of the year. If you can’t source any, you may substitute with filtered apple cider.
Prep Time: 3 minutes
Total Cook Time: 35 minutes
Serves: 12
Ingredients
6 cups unfiltered apple cider
1/4 cup maple syrup
1 orange, sliced
1 compact Organic Mulling Spice Blend
Directions
Combine ingredients in a medium saucepan.
Bring to heat and simmer for 30 minutes.
Remove from heat and serve in mugs.
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Nothing says summer like blueberry crumble. Our version is gluten-free, comes together with minimal effort and makes a fresh, sweet treat for your upcoming backyard get-together.
Dress up your sandwiches, sausages and burgers with homemade mustard. Making your own condiments is easier than you’d think, plus it’s fun to get creative and adjust the recipe to cater to your preferred taste.
Essentially, mustard is merely a combination of mustard seeds and liquid. The active prep in this recipe requires less than half an hour, and your food processor makes the mixing process a breeze. In fact, the hardest part is waiting a few weeks for the mustard to develop its full flavor before digging in!
The recipe below calls for cayenne, which gives the mustard a hot kick, but feel free to leave out or replace with other spices or herbs for a more subtle flavor. You can also play around with seed and vinegar type to create the mustard flavor of your liking.
Black and brown mustard seeds offer a pungent taste, while yellow mustard seeds produce the mild flavor you’d expect from American mustard.
If you want a more robust flavor that tastes great on pretzels and heartier sausage, swap out white vinegar for red wine or cider vinegar.
Soak mustard seeds for 24 hours, or until you can crush them with your fingers. Pulse seeds into a creamy consistency. Transfer to a bowl. If you’d like a smoother consistency, use a sieve to remove husks. Otherwise, keep as is.
Add mustard powder and water. Stir until a thick paste is formed, then let sit for 20 minutes. Add vinegar, salt and cayenne pepper. Mix well.
Transfer to an airtight container, seal and let sit for about 2 weeks before using. Mustard will store in the refrigerator for a few months.
Do you have a favorite mustard recipe? Share below!
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Protein-packed chickpea falafel is a delicious way to shake up a vegetarian or vegan diet. Crispy, filling and loaded with flavorful spices, these falafel balls can also be formed into patties and enjoyed as burgers. Enjoy with a tahini-based sauce, pita bread, with pickled veggies or on top of a salad.
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Cook Time: 2.5 hours
Serves: 4-6
Ingredients
1 lb cooked or canned chickpeas
1 onion, quartered
4 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 cup Parseley Minced
1 tbsp Organic Falafel Seasoning
2 tsp lemon juice
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp chickpea flour
2 tsp baking soda
2 cups grapeseed oil, for frying
Directions
If using canned beans, drain beans and rinse well. Process small batches in food processor until finely ground, then transfer to a large bowl.
Process garlic and onion in food processor until finely chopped. Add parsley and Organic Falafel Seasoning, continuing to process. Add mixture to the ground chickpeas and stir to combine thoroughly. Add lemon juice and olive oil and stir. Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours.
Once the mixture has sat for 2 hours, stir the baking soda and chickpea flour into the garbanzo bean mixture until well-blended. Form the mixture into 1 ½ inch balls, using damp hands.
Pour the grapeseed oil into a wok or deep pan so that the oil is about 2 inches deep. Heat over medium-high heat. Cook falafel balls in batches, turning so all sides are evenly browned, about 5 minutes. Remove from oil and drain on paper towels.
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Jessica McMorris of The Allergy Friendly Vegetarian just released a new cookbook that features several Spicely Organics spices and seasoning blends, and we are happy to feature her as a guest blogger this week!
This Chana Masala dish is her go-to recipe when she wants some authentic Indian flavor with minimal effort, and it’s absolutely delicious! However, the best part is that it’s free of the 10 most common food allergens (gluten, dairy, soy, eggs, fish, shellfish, peanuts, tree nuts, corn and sesame), so just about anyone can enjoy this fantastic chickpea stew.
If cooking the chickpeas from scratch, soak them in water for 6-8 hours.
Drain chickpeas and place in a dutch oven with enough filtered water to cover by one inch. Add 2 teaspoons of salt and ¼ teaspoon of baking soda.
Place on medium high heat until the chickpeas come to a boil, then reduce heat to medium or medium-low heat (a steady simmer).
Cook for 30-45 minutes, until cooked through. Skim extra foam off the top with a large spoon as you cook.
While the chickpeas cook, dice your onion and grate the ginger. Once chickpeas are cooked, drain them, place in a metal or glass bowl and set aside.
Heat oil in a dutch oven. Add diced onion and saute until the onions begin to caramelize. Add the garam masala and stir for 30 seconds. Add tomatoes, bouillon, ginger, sugar and turmeric. Allow to simmer until the bouillon dissolves.
Add chickpeas and simmer on low for 10-15 minutes, stirring often. Turn heat off and allow to rest for 10 minutes. Serve over a bed of Basmati rice with curry veggies or Sag-a-loo. Enjoy!
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This fresh strawberry spinach salad is simple to throw together in a hurry and makes a wonderful lunch or summer side salad. Creamy gorgonzola, juicy strawberries and crunchy almonds pair excellently with this homemade vinaigrette for a deliciously sweet meal.
The faintest thought or smell of this delicious herb and goat cheese frittata is enough to lure even the sleepiest soul out of bed for Sunday brunch. The simple ingredient list allows you to fully savor the delightful combination of goat cheese and classic French herbs tarragon, parsley, chives and chervil. Enjoy!
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Cook Time: 25 minutes
Serves: 4
Ingredients
2 tbsp unsalted butter
6 large eggs
1 small yellow onion, diced
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
3/4 cup baby spinach, coarsely chopped
4 oz crumbled soft goat cheese
2 tbsp Organic Fines Herbes Seasoning
salt and ground black pepper, to taste
Directions
Preheat broiler, and heat butter in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
Meanwhile, whisk eggs, fines herbes, garlic, salt and pepper in a large bowl. Add spinach, goat cheese and onion; combine well.
Add egg mixture to the pan; cook until edges begin to set. Gently lift edge of egg mixture and tilt skillet to allow uncooked egg mixture to come in contact with the pan.
Cook until egg mixture is almost set, a few additional minutes.
Transfer skillet to broiler for 2-3 minutes, or until center is set.
Remove frittata from pan immediately; cut into wedges.
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Creamy, flavorful compound butter - lovingly called “fancy butter” - is butter infused with additional ingredients, like herbs, spices, nuts and aromatic liquids. Use these fancy butters to enhance your roasted or steamed veggies, seafood, meat and baked goods and make special occasion meals extra wonderful.
Here are some of our favorite sweet and savory fancy butters to enhance your favorite dishes:
Tastes great over salmon, roasted veggies, chicken and steak.
Ingredients (Southwest Spiced Butter)
1/2 cup organic unsalted butter
2 tsp Organic Southwest Seasoning
1 teaspoon fresh lime juice
salt & organic ground black pepper, to taste
Rub over grilled corn for a slightly spicy summer side dish.
Directions
Simply let unsalted butter soften, then whip together with additional herbs, spices and liquids. Reform into a log shape, wrap in parchment paper or plastic wrap and chill until firm enough to be sliced.
Package in kraft paper and attach a decorative label or tag for a lovely gift for foodie friends and dinner party guests.
Have you made your own compound butter before? What are some of your favorite flavor combinations?
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1 small green bell pepper, seeded and finely chopped
6 cloves of garlic, peeled and finely chopped
1 tbsp organic Cuban spice blend
4 tbsp olive oil
Directions (Cuban Black Beans)
Sort through beans, discard any small stones, then rinse under cold water.
Place beans, bay leaf and 1 tbsp of olive oil into a large pot and cover with about 4” of water.
Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer.
Add water as needed to keep beans covered, and cook until beans are tender, about 2 hours.
Heat remaining olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add garlic, onion, green peppers and Cuban seasoning blend. Saute until peppers are soft. Add mixture to beans, stirring occasionally, for 10-15 minutes. Remove bay leaf before serving and serve with cilantro lime quinoa.
Ingredients (Cilantro Lime Quinoa)
1 cup quinoa, rinsed and drained
2 cups vegetable broth
1 clove garlic, minced
2 tbsp fresh lime juice
¼ cup chopped cilantro
salt, to taste
Directions (Cilantro Lime Quinoa)
In a large pot, bring 2 cups of vegetable broth and quinoa to a boil.
Reduce heat, cover and simmer until quinoa is tender, about 15 minutes.
Transfer quinoa into a medium bowl and fluff with a fork.
Stir in garlic, lime juice and cilantro. Season with salt, to taste.
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This simple pudding contains just four ingredients and takes a mere five minutes to prepare. (The most difficult part is waiting for it to thicken overnight.)
Chia seeds provide tons of protein, fiber and omega-3s, and the addition of vanilla extract adds just the right amount of sweetness.
With a texture similar to tapioca and limitless topping variations (fruits, nuts, granola - or even dark chocolate shavings), this vegan, gluten-free recipe easily converts from energizing breakfast to decadent treat.
Kick your guacamole game up a notch with a flavorful spice blend of organic paprika, chili powders, cumin and oregano. Mixed into a mash of our favorite traditional guac ingredients, the result is a slightly spicy dip that’s sure to be a real crowd-pleaser.
Combine all ingredients in a medium bowl. Mash everything together with a fork or potato masher until well combined. Salt to taste and serve alongside tortilla chips or your favorite Mexican dish.
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Typically prepared with lamb, rogan josh is a fiery red Kashmiri Indian stew that consists of braised meat cooked in a gravy comprised of onions, yogurt, garlic and Kashmiri chilies or paprika, among other aromatic spices.
With just a touch of heat, this dish is mild enough for most palates and goes excellently with basmati rice and naan.
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Cook Time: 1.5 hours
Serves: 4
Ingredients
2 lbs chicken, cut into 1.5 inch chunks
1 small onion, diced
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons coconut oil
1 box Spicely Organics Rogan Josh Seasoning
1 cup Greek yogurt
2 cups undrained tomatoes (or 16 oz diced tomatoes)
kosher salt
steamed basmati rice
naan, for serving
Directions
Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add onion and cook until soft. Add chicken and cook until slightly browned, about 5 minutes.
Add rogan josh seasoning, yogurt, tomatoes and, if desired, salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, until curry comes to a boil. Reduce heat to low and cook, uncovered, for 1 hour, or until sauce has thickened.
Serve over basmati rice and with naan bread.
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Chia, a little black seed whose name means “strength,” has been consumed since ancient Mayan and Aztec cultures as an energy booster. Filled with omega-3 fatty acids, protein, fiber, calcium and antioxidants, chia makes an excellent addition to any fruit or veggie smoothie.
We like pairing ours with berries, banana and Greek yogurt for a filling, fruity combo that even kids will love.
This quintessential lazy Sunday supper is the perfect way to wind down after a full weekend. Although a little time consuming, it's relatively easy to prepare and perfectly fuses simplicity and elegance for a first-class meal.
Ras El Hanout, a complex, aromatic Moroccan spice blend that literally means "head of the shop" or "the best of the shop," features 13 flavorful spices and herbs that enhance every bite of this chicken dish.
Turn oven to 400-425°F. Pat chicken dry, inside and out, and rub salt and Ras El Hanout Seasoning evenly on the chicken, making sure to get the underside. Stuff the cavity with lemons.
Trim carrots and reserve the greens. Toss carrots with a little bit of olive oil and salt, then spread on baking pan. Place chicken on top of carrots and roast for 40-50 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F between the leg and the thigh. If the spices start to burn, lower your temperature just a notch and lengthen the time.
Once cooked, remove chicken and carrots from pan. Let the chicken rest before putting a knife to it. Reserve drippings, scraping every caramelized morsel from the pan.
Directions (Cranberry Reduction Sauce)
Combine white wine and cranberry juice in a small sauce pan and bring to a simmer.
Reduce to approximately half.
Add chicken drippings (with scrapings!) and reduce until thick enough to coat the back of a spoon.
Salt to taste, then strain into a serving vessel.
Directions (Carrot Top Chimichurri)
Combine washed carrot tops, garlic cloves, a three finger pinch of salt and pepper, splash of balsamic and olive oil into a food processor and pulse until a paste has formed.
Add additional vinegar and oil to taste.
Serve chicken and roasted carrots with sauce and chimichurri.
Sprinkle with a little bit of sumac for color and added flavor depth.
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Mix all of the ingredients in a bowl and place in individual silicone tart molds or a rectangular glass dish.
Freeze until solid.
Remove the fudge from the freezer; allowing it to thaw.
If using silicone tart molds, serve immediately, or cut into small squares if using the glass dish. The fudge will soften at room temperature, so remember to keep the remaining mixture in the freezer.
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