Day 1: I finally made the commitment to go 80% + raw this week. Not to lose weight, but to simply exercise another part of my brain when it comes to food. In addition, I want to be more resourceful when harvesting from my garden. I have quite a few mental blocks with this whole thing… ” […]
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Incorporating hemp seed into your dishes is a great way to add Omega-3 & Omega-6. In addition, it’s another great source of protein and essential amino acids. My son sampled this at a local store and loves the nutty flavor. He prefers eating it raw, while I enjoy creating these fun sliders. Today, I chose […]
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Original recipe by Susan Gouveia I made this dish “casserole style” for the party. But if you have the time, you can fry each individual tortilla, add filling & top with the sauce. A vegetarian version is just as tasty-use butternut squash and potatoes. The chipotle peppers can be very spicy, so you may want […]
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Helena’s garden is nestled in the foothills of Grass Valley- Northern CA. Elevation 2600 feet. Her generous spirit is reflected in her 400sq ft garden. She effortlessly plants enough for her family & neighbors. Her tips for gardening success are.. Pet ducks! They are friendly, munch on slugs and keep the golden retriever entertained. […]
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By Susan Gouveia I love making fresh bread. The whole process is luxurious. My kitchen smells divine & baking it for guests is such a treat. Lately, my body has seemed a bit more sensitive to products with gluten. Fortunately, we have options to wheat flours now. Garbanzo, brown rice, fava bean and potato flour […]
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In Italy, lots of simmering & stirring is involved in cooking. You can feel the love and attention that goes into the dishes. This is one of my favorite ways to enjoy kale -simmered in a broth until tender & rich in flavor. The kitchen will smell […]
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I have visited various regions of Mexico & have observed different styles of Mole preparation. I created a recipe omitting some commonly used ingredients- like lard, stale French bread & flour used to thicken the mole salsa. Instead, I relied on the use of this overlooked dried fruit..the ” pasa de uva ” or dried […]
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By Susan Gouveia My favorite things to grow are garlic & herbs. Here is a recipe that I adopted while living in Spain. I served this at my first Garden Goddess Dinner. 4 slices of bread, crusts cut off 2 cloves of garlic 1 Tb olive oil 2 Tb butter 6 cups of water […]
Read More»httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t8WP9bYN24o Mona Copeland, Master Gardener, shares her tips & secrets for growing lush gardens in raised beds.
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Bernie and Christopher are a great team in the garden. They live in Smartsville, CA. Elevation 200. Their creativity and handiness are essential for creating a sustainable property. Christopher & I joke about “not wanting to water anything that does not produce food, attract bees or somehow contribute to the household”. Low water & edible landscape is crucial! Other […]
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