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Quinoa Bread

5/1/2022

Easy, quick and delicious. Make a simple flatbread with two ingredients or add flavor options.

Ingredients
1 cup filtered water
1 cup organic white quinoa, rinsed
Optional with approximate measurements:

Sprinkle or two of salt
1 teaspoon of honey
1/2 Tablespoon of nutritional yeast
1 teaspoon of Mrs Dash
1/2 teaspoon of dried Italian spices
1/4 teaspoon of garlic granules
1/4 teaspoon of onion powder
1/2 Tablespoon of dehydrated onions

Method

Preheat oven to 425 degrees
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper
Place water, quinoa and other ingredients in a high speed blender
Blend until smooth
Batter will thicken if rested for 1-2 minutes
Pour batter onto the parchment lined baking sheet

Spread out evenly
Optionally sprinkle with dried herb(s) such as Thyme and/or Rosemary
Bake for 15 minutes
Remove from oven and turn over; If bread sticks bake for a few more minutes then remove and turn over
Bake on 2nd side for 8 to 10 minutes
Remove from oven, cut and enjoy warm or cold

Uses

Pizza crust
Add non-dairy cream cheese style spread or hummus, cut veggies and micro greens
Add roasted garlic and serve with roasted root and other vegetables
Great side for soup
Delicious with falafel and non-dairy Tzatziki spread

Decadent Desserts

1/10/2021

Wow, when I need a treat this is what I make. No refined sugars and all good stuff. Pictured is the Tahini Fudge and Chocolate Cups. Noting the brands I use in the ingredients.

Tahini Fudge
Ingredients
1 cup Artisana tahini (organic sesame seed butter)
¼ cup gently melted Nutiva Organic coconut oil
2 tablespoons Date Lady Date Syrup
½ tablespoon Frontier Organic vanilla extract (non-alcoholic)
¼ teaspoon salt
1/4 cup Pascha dark chocolate chips (100% unsweetened cocoa)

Method
Whisk all ingredients together* and pour into parchment cup lined muffin tin. Place muffin tin in freezer to set. Store in freezer and allow to slightly thaw before enjoying.

*I added chips individually to cups before freezing.

Chocolate Cups
Ingredients
Base:
1/2 cup gently melted organic coconut oil
1/3 cup Date Lady Date Syrup
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
dash of sea salt
1 cup of unsweetened cocoa powder
Add-ins:
Chopped Dried Fruit (unsweetened), unsweetened coconut flakes, chopped roasted nuts or for me it's organic crunchy peanut butter (3/4 cup)

Method
Whisk liquid ingredients then stir in cocoa powder until well combined. Add mix-ins and spoon into parchment cup lined muffin tin. Place muffin tin in freezer until set. Store in freezer and allow to thaw slightly before enjoying.

View original Chocolate recipe here.

Pancakes

1/10/2021

I tend to be a weekend cook. These pancakes are super easy and freeze well. Makes for a wonderful weekday breakfast (or dinner). I load these up with pecans and serve with butter and 100% fruit spread.

Ingredients
1 1/2 cup of Otto's Naturals Cassava Flour
2 1/4 teaspoon baking powder*
1 teaspoon salt
Several dashes of cinnamon
1 1/2 cup of unsweetened plain nut milk
1/4 cup of unsweetened Kite Hill yogurt (plant based)
2 eggs (or egg substitute - not sure of results)
2 tablespoons of Date Lady Syrup
1/3 cup (small container) of unsweetened organic applesauce
2 tablespoons of avocado oil
1/4 teaspoon of vanilla
chopped pecans

Method
In a medium bowl, mix dry ingredients. In a separate bowl (I use a large glass measuring cup - 3 cups), mix wet ingredients. Combine wet to dry then mix in nuts and let stand for 5 minutes. Check consistency as mixture may be a little thicker and add nut milk as needed. Heat skillet on medium low with small amount of avocado oil. Drop batter in by large spoonful to make a pancake about 2.5 - 3 inches in diameter. Cook until sides appear firm or small bubbles are seen in center. Flip to finish cooking. Cooking time and temperature may vary based on your stove.

Yield: About 22 2.5 inch pancakes
Freeze any leftovers with parchment paper between cakes. Reheat in oven with butter and 100% fruit spread at 300 degrees until butter is melted and pancake is heated through.
*Hint: Make your own baking powder using 1 Tablespoon of baking soda and 2 Tablespoons of Cream of Tartar. Store in a small jar and use as needed.
View original recipe here.

Pizza

1/3/2021

Just love this easy pizza. Start with Julian Bakery Paleo Thin Pizza Crust Mix. Mix with water and a little salt (optional). I divide the dough into three approximately 6 inch personal pizzas. Bake all three and freeze the extras for a weekday shortcut. Top baked crust as desired and bake again for 9 - 10 minutes. See package for instructions.
Explore Thrive Life for a selection of toppings. Make your own pizza sauce by blending tomato dices into powder then adding water to desired consistency. Add spices such as Thrive Life's Italian Seasoning and Garlic.

Pizza crust available at iHerb.

Herbal Coffee

1/2/2021

I love having an alternative to coffee. I found Teeccino the perfect option for a caffeine free, gluten-free hot or cold beverage. Paired with NutPods, an unsweetened dairy-free creamer, it's the perfect sip.

Happy New Year

1/1/2021

A great start to a new year. I took an early walk in the neighborhood listening to Wholetones Active. This month marks four years after surgery and starting a wellness journey. I can testify that God heals. Part of my wellness journey is a lifestyle that focuses on fruits and vegetables. I've found that Thrive Life (premium freeze dried foods) and Ruvi have tremendous value in taste, nutrition and convenience.

Join my Mom and I as we drink a Ruvi, let go of one bad habit and explore being active 30 minutes each day or reaching 7500 steps. Use code RUVICHALLENDGE at my affiliate link to save 20% off a 32 pack now through January 7, 2021 at 11:59 PM MT.

Thrive Life?

11/8/2019

,Thrive Life is a premier freeze dried foods company that offers convenient and nutritious meal solutions. The following video highlights Ruvi - a fabulous way to enjoy four servings of fruits and vegetables as a beverage. Fruits and Vegetables nothing else. The video also provides a great overview for how easy it is to use Thrive Life's delivery service. Please contact me with any questions.

Shop at https://taketimetosavor.thrivelife.com/ruvi/index/shop

Laurie Copps - Independent Food Consultant (#32275)

Easy Smoothies

10/28/2019

A variety of smoothies are easy using
Thrive Life Freeze Dried Fruit.

Smoothie base is 1 cup of unsweetened plant based almond milk, plant based protein powder, plant based unsweetened yogurt then toss in your favorite Thrive Life Fruit (single or combination, about 1/4 - 1/2 cup total). Add any preferred spices or flavor boosts. Blend and enjoy.

Pictured is an Applesauce smoothie using about 1/4 cup of Thrive Life Applesauce with a flavor boost of Cinnamon. Also pictured is a strawberry smoothie. I have add organic raw cocoa powder as a flavor boost to the strawberry smoothie. Another new combination is the Thrive Life Mangoes and Thrive Life Pineapple with a flavor boost of unsweetened shredded coconut. Delightful.

Plant Based Pumpkin Smoothie

10/26/2019

Today was a good day for a taste of Pumpkin. I keep Farmer's Market Organic Pumpkin on hand for just such an occasion.

Ingredients:

1 cup plant based unsweetened milk
1/4 - 1/3 cup of organic pumpkin puree
1 small banana
1/4 cup of plant based unsweetened yogurt
1/4 - 1/2 teaspoon of Simply Organic Pumpkin Spice
a scoop of plant based protein powder
1/8 teaspoon of Vanilla
drizzle with Date Lady Date Syrup to add extra sweetness and nutrients (optional)

Method:

Blend all ingredients together in a high speed blender. Pour into a tall glass and top with extra Pumpkin Spice (optional).

Gluten Free Strawberry Chocolate Cookies

10/24/2019

What better combination than strawberries and chocolate? Now it's possible with no refined sugar thanks to Date Lady. I decided to tweak my favorite cookie recipe and add in Thrive Life freeze dried strawberries (powdered using my Vitamix). The results - delicious. Added the chocolate goodness with Date Lady's Chocolate Spread. These cookies are chewy. I decided to store them in the refrigerator without the chocolate spread then add it right before serving.

Adapted from https://leelalicious.com/gf-chewy-cinnamon-molasses-cookies-flourless-giveaway/

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