May 2022 Why are Americans so Nutrient Deficient?? Spring! Purple crocus peeking through the thawing ground offering a brilliant burst of color, welcome by those happy they survived another winter here in Montana, yet perhaps unwelcome by those who prefer blue — as in a bluebird day — not ready to store their skis for...Read More
(Serves 8) 1 T olive oil 1 pound Italian sausage, removed from casings 1 C. onion, diced 1 C. celery, diced 1 C. carrot, diced 6 fresh plum tomatoes, diced 3 zucchini, cut into bite-sized pieces 2 T. fresh garlic, minced 1/4 C. tomato paste pinch or two of red pepper flakes 1 t. kosher...Read More
INGREDIENTS: Bones from 2-4 chickens- preferably organic (break bones apart as much as you can) 2 T Apple Cider Vinegar 2-4 carrots scrubbed, chopped into big pieces 3-4 ribs celery (include leafy part), chopped into big pieces 1 onion cut into chunks Any fresh herbs you may have on hand (I like thyme) Optional: 6-8...Read More
Grapes/Cheese (if you have time, make it into a kabob. Kids love kabobs!) Trail Mix – Make a batch of your own. Keep some in your car, at work, or anywhere to keep you from buying processed snacks. Nuts of choice raisins/craisins dried fruit/mulberries cacao nibs/choc chips seeds – pumpkin/sunflower, etc Turkey (or ham)...Read More
Mix and match as you like, aiming for a balance, and try to limit higher-sugar fruits. Follow the general principle of liquid first, lightweight ingredients next (powders), and the heaviest items on top. If none of your ingredients are frozen, add some ice cubes. LIQUID: water coconut water unsweetened nut milk oat milk hemp milk...Read More
1 lb butternut squash, peeled, seeded, cubed 4 T. olive oil, divided 1 C raw quinoa 2 C chicken broth (can use water) 2 T. lemon juice 1/2 t. salt 1/8 t. pepper 4 green onions, thinly sliced 1 1/2 C. blueberries 3 C mixed greens toasted walnuts Directions Preheat oven to 450. In large...Read More
DINNER: Garlic Herb Steak & Veggies 6 T unsalted butter, divided 2 (1 ½“ thick) New York strip 1 clove garlic, minced 1 shallot, minced 1 T fresh parsley, chopped 1 zucchini, sliced thin 1 ½ t. fresh thyme, minced 8 oz mushrooms, sliced 1 ½ t. fresh lemon zest Himalayan salt & freshly ground...Read More
1 whole chicken, 4-5lbs (from Regenerative farm) giblets removed ½ lemon ½ apple ½ onion 3 garlic cloves Grass-fed butter S&P Paprika Pat the chicken dry, inside and out. Sprinkle liberally with salt, inside and out. Refrigerate uncovered for at least 4 hours or up to overnight. (You may not have time for this step,...Read More