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<br />Amanda Nicole Smithhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00179859658677121562noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5822257840897911901.post-86859435289816531832012-10-12T12:40:00.000-07:002012-10-16T11:44:11.493-07:00Raw Lacto-fermented Dill Pickles<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-size: large;"> Pickles</span> along with many other fermented foods, have roots in history as some of the most valuable, health supporting foods. Unfortunately in today's society we are accustomed to eating, cooked, artificially flavored and preserved pickles that don't provide any of the health benefits that fermented pickles have. A process called canning requires you to cook foods before preserving, killing bad bacteria but also killing the beneficial bacteria that make fermented pickles much healthier. There are many different ways to make pickles but today I will show you how to make vinegar free, lacto-fermented, raw(uncooked) pickles <u>without</u> the use of whey or similar starter cultures. This simple traditional method is an alternative to the modern canning process that keeps all nutrients and enzymes intact with the use of a salt and water brine.<br />
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Researching different pickling techniques and studying cellular respiration has helped me to better understand this incredible process and also gave me the knowledge to reduce the risk of making bad batches. Pickling is an art, it takes a little knowledge and patience but the reward is a flavorful crisp bite to the tongue like you've never tasted before. I grew up on store bought pickles, no past generations to teach me and no prior childhood memories of fermenting anything. If I can do it you can do it and I'm here to help you, health is the number one goal. A homemade life isn't necessarily hard but it isn't easy either. I had to change all of my habits and become more organized to get everything done but hey that's not a bad thing.<br />
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<b>The Bacteria Behind That Healthy Tang</b></h3>
The purpose of fermentation is to preserve foods by promoting a naturally occurring healthy living bacteria such as lactobacillus. Lactobacilli converts lactose and other sugars into lactic acid, consequently creating an acidic environment, robbing bad bacteria of food; thus, killing them off and preventing spoilage for long periods of time. During this transition time we must eliminate the bad bacteria and help the good bacteria thrive. This means oxygen must also be absent to prevent contamination from yeast and other undesirable microorganisms. A salt water brine along with spices are added to draw out moisture to further eliminate growth of bad bacteria and to keep the vegetables as crisp as possible. The 2 main by-products of this particular lacto-fermentation is lactic acid and carbon dioxide. We must release carbon dioxide and oxygen but mustn't allow oxygen back in, there are many different ways to do this, I will show you the easiest way with common household products. Probiotics or "lactobacillus already live in our intestines, on our skin, in our muscles and on the skins of various fresh fruits and vegetables. Probiotics are said to have the potential to heal diseases such as IBS, Crohn's disease, diarrhea, eczema and more. If there is any reason at all to take the time to make your own pickles it's because you want the benefits.<br />
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Past Batches: The Outcomes </h3>
My first batch of pickles consisted of cucumbers, fresh dill, carrots, garlic, bell peppers and onions. The salt brine contained mustard seed, allspice, clove, bay leaf, peppercorn and a few other goodies that kept everything crisp and tasting amazing. I was so happy with the 1st batch I decided to make another but this time I used sour spinach as layers, it added a sourness that I really enjoyed! I will probably use it every time now! I decided not to add in the carrots and bell peppers because that meant less pickles and that was my favorite part. For the 2nd batch the summer drought proved challenging for finding fresh dill but I did happen to find dried flowering dill seed, this also worked seemingly well, except as you can see in the picture I should have put all the spices at the bottom so I wouldn't have to pick all the dill seeds off. For the third batch I put all the same spices on the bottom this time with layered cucumbers, asian sorrel, garlic, onions and the returning fresh dill. This was by far the best batch of pickles and so this will be the recipe I post here. Experiment and have fun, with a little persistence you can ferment all sorts of fresh ingredients to make some of your favorite dishes for cheaper! A few things you should not experiment with are deciding not to sterilize your jars, salt to water ratios, and not using fresh ingredients. All these things have the potential to spoil a batch and possibly make you sick.<br />
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<b>Yield: </b>1 gallon of pickles<br />
<b>Prep Time:</b> 20 minutes</div>
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<b>Ferment Time:</b> 5-7 days</div>
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1 gallon jar or 4 quart jars, knife, freezer bag, rubber band<br />
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<b>Tips For Choosing The Best Ingredients</b></h3>
-Pick the smallest and firmest cucumbers with the most warts.<br />
-Buy all produce from the farmers market to make sure you are getting the freshest available.<br />
-The fresher the ingredients the crunchier they will be. Which means just picked off the vine is best.<br />
-Buying in the fall time has many benefits such as an abundance of harvested foods at a cheap price.<br />
-Ask the farmer if they are chemical free or try to find organic if you must go to a supermarket.<br />
-Save time and money by looking for pickling mix in the dried spices and herbs bulk section.<br />
-These ingredients are best fresh when possible: dill, garlic and onion.<br />
-Use only kosher, mineral or sea salt. No iodized salt allowed.<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b>Ingredients-</b> </span><span style="font-size: x-small; font-weight: normal;">All these ingredients are optional and can be experimented with</span><br />
approximately 15 small pickling cucumbers<br />
1 large onion<br />
1 head of garlic<br />
1 bunch of grape leaves, horseradish leaves, or sour cherry leaves.<br />
<i>^These ingredients help the pickles stay crunchy but they are not absolutely necessary especially if you cut of the blossom ends of the cucumber.</i><br />
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<b>Salt to Water Ratio:</b> 1 cup salt to 1 gallon or 4 quarts water.<br />
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1/8 cup pickling spice<br />
-or 1 tbsp each -mustard seed, allspice, clove, bay leaf, peppercorn, cinnamon, etc.<br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;"><u>6 Step Instructions</u></span></b></h4>
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">Step 1.</span> </b><span style="font-weight: normal;">Boil water to sanitize a gallon mason jar or 4 quart mason jars. Leave a 1/2 gallon of water out on the counter for 24 hours to dechlorinate or boil for 10 minutes. Chlorine will kill beneficial bacteria.</span></h4>
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<span style="font-weight: normal;"> -Bring the 2 quarts of dechlorinated water almost to a boil.</span></div>
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<span style="font-weight: normal;"> -Stir in 1 cup salt until it dissolves</span></div>
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<span style="font-weight: normal;"> -Let cool until room temperature or put a few filtered ice cubes in to speed up the process.</span></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">Step 3.</span></b><span style="font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: large;"> </span>Wash cut and prep all ingredients, </span><br />
-Cut off the blossom end of the pickles. (This will also help them stay crunchy)<br />
-Poke holes in the cucumber with a fork.<br />
-I like to quarter the larger cucumbers. (They tend to be less crunchy when sliced but still a great.)<br />
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-Poke the pickles with something such as a clean wooden chopstick to release as much oxygen as you can. The pickles may float to the surface if it was not packed tight enough.</div>
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">Step 6: Releasing carbon dioxide</span></b></h3>
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-Put the water filled corner into the pickling jar and secure around the lid with a rubber band.</div>
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-Use a cloth, coffee filter or paper towel to cover the bag and rubber band again for extra protection.</div>
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Perfect Temperature 86-104 degrees F</div>
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Perfect PH Balance: 4.5<br />
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<span style="text-align: -webkit-auto;"><a href="http://www.culturesforhealth.com/compare-salt-whey-starter-culture-ferment-vegetables-fruits-condiments" target="_blank">An article comparing the difference between salt, whey, kefir grains, and starter cultures</a></span></div>
Amanda Nicole Smithhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00179859658677121562noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5822257840897911901.post-88101776672779603902012-07-09T11:28:00.000-07:002013-06-06T08:42:41.214-07:00Raw Ginger Sauce<h2 style="text-align: center;">
Quick & Easy Ginger Sauce</h2>
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Awaken your tastebuds with this flavorful ginger sauce that has a unique spiciness and sweetness. Not only is it raw but it's also extremely good for you. If you search ginger's many benefits you'll be amazed with this root and its many health promoting properties. All of the other complimenting ingredients are just as nutritious and create the most flavorful dressing I have ever tasted. No joke, I go through about 32oz a week, it's just that good. I use it for a variety of dishes, my favorites being garden fresh kale, swiss chard and cherry tomatoes mixed with brown rice and ginger sauce. Brown rice is obviously not raw but in moderation it's okay to have cooked foods that are whole and unprocessed. It's all about what makes you feel good and what your body can digest easily. I feel just fine with a little brown rice every once in a while but it's all up to you and your body.<br>
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Raw food is an exciting journey, if you are just starting out this is a great recipe because you can incorporate it with cooked and raw meals. I know it can be tough to start out all raw so easing into it by replacing fatty dressings with raw nutritious dressings can be a step towards your health goals. Of course only until you realize how wonderful they make you feel and before you know it all you crave is raw wholesome food. Your tastes buds literally awaken and you can even taste the difference from a farm fresh tomato and an old super market tomato. Speaking of tomatoes, I love ginger sauce like I love ketchup and I love ketchup! For my next food adventure I am going to ferment some tomatoes to make a raw ketchup yumm. I have been experimenting with fermentation of all sorts and I actually had success on everything so I am really excited to share my dill pickles, gherkin pickles, and sauerkraut recipes!<br>
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<b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"><b>Prep Time:</b> 10 minutes</span></b><br>
<b>Serving Size:</b> a little over 16oz</div>
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<b>Tools Needed:</b> Blender, Knife, Peeler<br>
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<b>Ingredients</b><br>1/2 cup ginger<br>
1/2 cup onion <i>(scallions and/or leeks)</i><br>
2 cloves garlic<br>
1/2 cup water<br>
1/2 cup Bragg liquid aminos <i>(soy sauce or nama shoyu not raw but same concept)</i><br>
1/4 cup Bragg apple cider vinegar<br>
1 tbsp lemon juice<br>
1 tbsp coconut nectar -or- one date<br>
1/2 tbsp turmeric<br>
1 tsp pink Himalayan salt<br>
1 tsp peppercorn <i>ground</i><br>
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Peel the ginger and garlic.<br>
Blend ginger, onion, garlic and water together first until smooth.<br>
Then blend in the rest of the ingredients<br>
Refrigerate or serve right away.<br>
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It's that easy! If you are using a date instead of coconut nectar, add that into the mix first as well.<br>
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</div>Amanda Nicole Smithhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00179859658677121562noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5822257840897911901.post-22834669432872524932012-06-12T19:39:00.003-07:002012-10-15T10:22:52.854-07:00The Best Raw Vegan Cinnamon Rolls Ever!!<div style="text-align: center;">
<b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Raw Vegan Cinnamon Rolls</span></b></div>
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Being healthy can get hard around the times I crave sweet and soft pastries, luckily there's this raw version!! There are 3 parts to this tasty treat, dough,cashew filling and macadamia frosting all made with raw ingredients. In the picture below I put the icing on the bottom and drizzled coconut nectar on top with a pinch of cinnamon, okay my mouth is officially watering!<br />
My favorite part to any recipe is sharing it with others and asking how they like it. Even my non raw food friends say it tastes very similar to a cinnamon roll if not better because it's so moist and rich! There are also a few variations to this recipe like cinnamon fig rolls or cinnamon raisin rolls, I bet it would be good with a fruit filling to!<br />
Yield: 10 cinnamon rolls<br />
Tools: dehydrator, food processor, blender<br />
Prep Time: 30 minutes<br />
Dehydrate Time: 2 hours</div>
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<b>Dough- </b><i>This is the same dough I use for the <a href="http://amandanicolesmithrecipes.blogspot.com/2012/05/raw-french-toast-or-bread-base.html" target="_blank">french toast & bread base recipe</a></i></div>
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1 cup almond flour/cashews <i>ground</i></div>
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1 cup sunflower seeds <i>ground</i></div>
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Get a mixing bowl to start adding your ingredients. Grind all of your seeds in a spice grinder. In a food processor grind all of your nuts. Mix them well and then add in the rest of your ingredients. Stir until it becomes sticky like cookie dough add more water if necessary. I have found that if you follow the recipe exactly you can't go wrong! Spread out your dough using a piece of plastic wrap and a rolling pin. Dehydrate on the first side for 1 hour and then flip and dehydrate for another hour. I made a video explaining how to make your dough perfect here <a href="http://amandanicolesmithrecipes.blogspot.com/2012/05/raw-french-toast-or-bread-base.html" target="_blank">Bread Base Recipe</a>.</div>
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3/4 cup young thai coconut<br />
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1 large juicy date<br />
1 tbsp cinnamon<br />
<i>optional: 1 cup figs chopped and/or raisins</i><br />
Soak the cashews for 1 hour or more. Open the young thai coconut and pour the coconut water into a glass jar to use later for smoothies or use it in place of the 1/2 cup water! Grind the cashews first adding in water slowly, then add in the date, lastly add the rest of the ingredients. Spread the filling out evenly leaving about 1/4 inch on all sides, because we are rolling it the filling will squeeze out and fill the empty space.<br />
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Now we need to roll it up. It's easiest to use a pliable piece of something underneath to help fold it evenly. So for instance if you're using parchment paper you would pull up the end closest to you and start rolling the dough on it's self. You will find that the paper helps bring everything up at the same time to avoid cracking and keeps things even. </div>
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With a consistency of fudge in a much healthier version, these fudge balls are sure to be to your delight. I have made <a href="http://amandanicolesmithrecipes.blogspot.com/2011/12/raw-brownie-crisp-aka-choco-chia.html" target="_blank">brownies</a> countless times, I love them, but I wanted something I could really sink my teeth into. This recipe is the perfect solution seeing as they are just the right amount of chewiness and firmness. The brownies have a base of pecans and walnuts whereas these have a base of cashews and almonds which are heavier and less oily than pecans or walnuts. Learning all about consistency really helps when trying to recreate your favorite recipes! I hope you enjoy these guilt free treats!</div>
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1 cup almonds</div>
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1/2 cup cacao</div>
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All almonds grown in the US are pasteurized, meaning they are not raw anymore. If you have any ethnic markets around you I recommend trying to find nuts there because they are cheaper, and they come from other countries which do not have such pasteurization laws. Even if they are labeled raw from california it's a lie, I don't know why they can do it I just know they sadly do. I was elated to find all my favorite nuts, seeds, and exotic fruits at the turkish market near where I live. I find that when you go out to explore not having any expectations you find the most amazing places. This recipe is so quick and easy there will be plenty of time to go on an adventure for raw unprocessed nuts! </div>
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Amanda Nicole Smithhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00179859658677121562noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5822257840897911901.post-91498504862950980572012-05-21T13:11:00.000-07:002012-10-23T20:25:39.884-07:00Vegan BBQ Pulled "Pork" using Jackfruit!<h2 style="text-align: center;">
Vegan BBQ Pulled Jackfruit</h2>
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There are 4 stages to this recipe but don't be afraid it doesn't take long and it lasts a couple of days!This recipe makes a large batch of "meat", cheeze, and salsa. If I have extra I use them for tacos, chili bowls and/or more jicama fries! Here is my blog for <a href="http://amandanicolesmithrecipes.blogspot.com/2012/04/decked-out-tostadas.html" target="_blank">corn tortillas</a> or you can use good ol' collard greens. It's a favorite amongst my raw and non raw friends!</div>
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1 jicama peeled and cut into matchsticks</div>
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2 tbsp oil (grapeseed, olive, sunflower, etc)</div>
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2 tbsp nutritional yeast</div>
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1 tbsp smoked paprika (not raw but you can substitute for regular paprika)</div>
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1 cup sunflower seeds</div>
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1 tbsp cilantro</div>
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1 red or yellow bell pepper</div>
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Last but not least I cut up a few onion and garlic chive slices and throw it on top and it's ready to eat or you can dehydrate for 30 minutes at 105 degrees until warm. The cheese thickens and stays on the fries better that way as well. Over all this recipe is an A+ for me, it hits the spot every time. </div>
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This recipe can be used for a variety of things. I use this as a basic starting point for garlic bread, pizza, french toast or cinnamon rolls. All you have to do is change the flavor and this bread can be used for anything you need. The dough molds perfectly into any shape and I have a special trick to help you spread the bread in no time. I will make the cinnamon roll recipe next so you can use this bread recipe and I will show you how to make the cashew filling and macadamia icing. <a href="http://amandanicolesmithrecipes.blogspot.com/2012/06/best-raw-vegan-cinnamon-rolls-ever.html" target="_blank">Update: Here's the blog!</a> Raw food is exciting!</div>
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1 cup flax seed <i>ground</i><br />
1-1/4 cup almond flour/cashews <i>ground</i><br />
1 cup sunflower seeds <i>ground</i><br />
1 cup chopped pecans<br />
1 cup water <i>add more if needed</i><br />
1/4 cup coconut nectar<br />
3 tbsp oil (<i>grapeseed, olive, sunflower)</i><br />
a pinch of sea salt<br />
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Raw Tostadas</h2>
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This is a true gourmet raw meal that is sure to satisfy anyone who likes food! This dish has layers of big flavor and great texture from bottom up. To start we prepared and dehydrated our corn tortillas. Once they were done we added our sour cream, nut taco meat, guacamole, salsa, spinach and tomatoes. There are many different ways to create your mexican fiesta, if your short on time here are a few quick and easy solutions. Replace guacamole with slices of avocado. Nut meat can be replaced with marinated mushrooms. The corn tortilla can be replaced with a collard green wrap to make a burrito or the corn tortilla can be cut or shaped differently to make a taco shell. The possibilities are endless!</div>
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1 cup flax seed ground</div>
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1/4 cup chopped cilantro</div>
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1 tbsp lime</div>
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1 tbsp lemon</div>
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a pinch himalayan salt and ground peppercorn</div>
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Now that I have an excalibur with square dehydrator trays, I've learned a new trick that is very useful for spreading dough. Put a piece of plastic wrap over the dough in the center of the tray. Using a rolling pin spread the dough the edges of the plastic. It's much easier and the plastic wrap come right off very clean. If you really want to be a dough rolling expert use these <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000I1ZXBC/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=amanicsmi-20&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B000I1ZXBC" target="_blank">rolling hills rolling pin bands</a>!</div>
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1/2 cup soaked and drained cashews and/or sunflower seeds</div>
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1/2 cup thai coconut meat</div>
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1/2 cup thai coconut water</div>
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1/4 cup lemon</div>
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1 tbsp apple cider vinegar</div>
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1 tbsp miso</div>
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a pinch of Himalayan salt</div>
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1 cup mixed nuts- <i>pecans, walnuts</i></div>
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1 cup mixed seeds- <i>sunflower, pumpkin</i></div>
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1 cup chopped carrots</div>
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1 cup greens- chives, onions, kale, cilantro</div>
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1/2 yellow or red bell pepper</div>
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1/2 cup tomato</div>
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1/2 cup soaked sun-dried tomatoes</div>
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1 tbsp bragg's liquid amino</div>
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1 tbsp miso</div>
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1 tbsp apple cider vinegar</div>
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1 tbsp lemon</div>
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1 tbsp lime</div>
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1/2 tbsp cumin</div>
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1/2 tbsp turmeric</div>
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1/2 tbsp paprika</div>
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1 tsp cayenne</div>
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a pinch of Himalayen salt and ground peppercorn</div>
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<b>Directions:</b> Put all the ingredients in food processor in the order above and pulse a few times so it is still chunky but mixed well.</div>
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<b>Guacamole</b></div>
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2 avocados</div>
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1 cup corn</div>
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1 clove garlic</div>
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1 tbsp lemon</div>
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1 tbsp lime</div>
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A pinch of Himalayan salt and ground peppercorn</div>
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<b>Directions:</b> In a bowl mash all of the ingredients together</div>
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<b>Salsa</b></div>
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2 cups cherry tomatoes</div>
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1/2 cup cilantro and kale <i>(kale is spicy and gives you added nutrition while adding extra bite)</i></div>
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1 tbsp lime</div>
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1 tbsp lemon</div>
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1 garlic clove</div>
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finely cut jalapeño</div>
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A pinch of Himalayan salt and ground peppercorn</div>
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<b>Directions:</b> Either cut ingredients very small or pulse a few times in a blender.</div>
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Garnish and top with your favorite ingredients and ENJOY!</div>
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My amazing acrobatic, dancer, artist friend, Megan, has joined me on the raw food journey and has been the main inspiration for this decadent dish. She was also a great help as we prepared our layers of cream, blueberries, and bananas. We created this as we went, having only her grandma's blueberry banana pie to replace with an organic raw version. This pie will definitely now be in the rotation of delicious raw desserts and introduced to granny of course! </div>
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<b>Graham Cracker Crust</b></div>
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1 cup walnuts<br />
1 cup macadamia nuts</div>
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2 cup flax seed <i>ground</i></div>
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2 dates</div>
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2 tbsp coconut nectar<br />
1 tbsp cinnamon</div>
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1 tsp vanilla</div>
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- In a food processor process the walnuts and flax seed first until fine.<br />
- Add in the dates and process again until fine.<br />
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-In a glass pie dish smooth out the crust and for the walls it should be sticky enough that it formed walls in the food processor.</div>
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<b>Cream Filling-</b> Layer 1</div>
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1 <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;">1/2</span> cups cashews soaked for at least 1 hour<br />
1 cup water</div>
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2 dates</div>
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1/4 cup coconut nectar</div>
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1/8 cup lemon<br />
1 tbsp coconut butter<br />
1 tbsp coconut oil</div>
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1/2 tsp vanilla</div>
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A pinch of Himalayan pink salt</div>
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- First process the cashews alone.<br />
- Add in a tiny bit of water at a time while scraping the sides of the blender. The slower you add the water the creamier and more whipped it will become.<br />
- Next add the dates continue to add in water slowly<br />
- Add the rest of the ingredients.<br />
- Pour the mixture onto your crust and leave the cream remains on the blender walls because we are going to use it for our blueberry filling and plus you don't have to do double dishes.<br />
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<b>Banana Slices-</b> Layer 2</div>
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- For a natural banana preservative squeeze lemon juice over the bananas.</div>
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<b>Blueberry Filling-</b> Layer 3</div>
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2 cups blueberries (fresh or frozen)<br />
1 tbsp lemon</div>
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2 dates<br />
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- Blend blueberries and lemon first<br />
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Top it off with bananas, fresh blueberries, or whatever you like!</div>
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Check out this new video Dominick made! He takes you step by step how to make the first of the recipes down below, Crunchy Chocolate & Vanilla Cereal!<br /><iframe allowfullscreen='allowfullscreen' webkitallowfullscreen='webkitallowfullscreen' mozallowfullscreen='mozallowfullscreen' width='320' height='266' src='https://www.youtube.com/embed/IzY0sKaMjU0?feature=player_embedded' frameborder='0'></iframe></div>
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My favorite cereal of all time! This cereal is both crispy and soft with a buckwheat, cacao, and vanilla dough that is dehydrated until crispy. Next I add in a cranberry, raisin, flax seed, cookie that is chewy, soft, and super good! Last but not least a nut milk that fuses the flavors together. </div>
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Whats better then a raw cereal to start your day?</div>
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<b>Chocolate & Vanilla Crunch Ingredients</b></div>
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2 cups buckwheat groats (sprouted)</div>
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1/2 cup coconut nectar, agave nectar, or brown rice syrup</div>
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<i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;">(I tried all 3 and separated them all, the best solution was 1/4cup coconut nectar and 1/4cup brown rice syrup)</span></i></div>
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1/4 cup water</div>
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1/4 cup of flax seed (ground)</div>
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1 tsp cinnamon</div>
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1 tsp salt</div>
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<b>Vanilla</b></div>
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1/2 tbsp vanilla</div>
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1<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;">1/2</span> tbsp Cacao powder</div>
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1 cup mixed nuts<i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;"> (I use cashews, pecans, and walnuts)</span></i></div>
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1 cup sunflower seeds and/or pumpkin seeds</div>
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1 cup cranberries, raisins, and/or figs</div>
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1/4 coconut nectar</div>
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1/4 cup coconut flakes</div>
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1 tsp maca (energy booster)</div>
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4 cups purified water</div>
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1 cup cashews (soaked)</div>
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1/4 cup pine nuts or macadamia nuts</div>
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1 tbsp coconut nectar or agave nectar</div>
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1 tbsp coconut oil</div>
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The pineapple sauce and stuffed mushrooms are inspired by <a href="http://therawchef.com/">therawchef.com</a> This is a perfect meal when you are in the mood for bbq. One of my favorite meals my mom used to make was pasta salad, now I have a healthier raw version! The stuffed mushrooms taste just like the ones out of the oven except more flavor and the marinated zucchini, mushrooms, red bell peppers, and pineapple had more flavor then I could imagine! This will be added to my meals at least once a week!</div>
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1 cup pineapple</div>
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3 tbsp tamari or nama shoyu (raw soy sauce)</div>
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1 tsp freshly grated ginger</div>
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4 tbsp olive oil</div>
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1 clove garlic</div>
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1 tsp salt</div>
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1 carrot</div>
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basil</div>
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1 garlic clove</div>
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handful of basil, rosemary, sage, thyme or whatever you like</div>
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I absolutely love brownies and ice cream! Add in the brownie from my last blog post! <a href="http://amandanicolesmithrecipes.blogspot.com/2011/12/raw-brownie-crisp-aka-choco-chia.html" target="_blank">Brownie Recipe</a></div>
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Then add in all your favorites like "toasted" pecans, strawberries, bananas, or all the above. Eating raw desserts is not only healthy but mouth watering!!</div>
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<b>Ice Cream Ingredients</b></div>
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1 cup cashews</div>
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1 cup water <i>(add more ass needed to get a smooth consistency)</i></div>
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1/4 cup agave nectar</div>
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3 dates <i>(soak them or add extra water)</i></div>
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1 tbsp vanilla extract or vanilla bean</div>
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<b>Chocolate Ice Cream:</b></div>
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1tbsp cacao</div>
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<b>extras:</b> 1 tbsp coconut oil<br />
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Blend cashews and water first<br />
Blend in the dates and agave nectar next<br />
Add in whatever flavor you want<br />
Freeze for 2-4 hours and enjoy!<br />
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<b>Toasted Pecans Recipe</b><br />
1 cup pecans<br />
3 tbsp agave nectar<br />
1 tbsp coconut flakes<br />
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Soak Pecans for 2 hours<br />
Place Pecans on Dehydrator<br />
Drizzle agave nectar over pecans<br />
Sprinkle coconut flakes on top<br />
Put a pinch of cinnamon over each<br />
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<b>Raw Brownies with a Twist & a Crisp! </b><br />
You will love these brownies because they are healthy and incredibly yummy! Remember those little debbie's brownies that were moist and thick but artificial and unhealthy?? Well these have little debbie beat by a long shot! Made with real cacao "chocolate" and chia seeds for an added crisp and energy boost, these raw brownies are super easy to make and will support your healthy lifestyle!<br />
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Yield: 12 Brownies</div>
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Tools: Food Processor</div>
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Prep Time: 10min</div>
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2 cups Pecans <i>-Process first until fine</i></div>
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8-12 Dates <i>-Add to pecans and process until all the big chunks have disappeared</i></div>
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5 tbsp Cacao Powder</div>
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1/4 cup Coconut Nectar</div>
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1/4 cup Chia Seeds <a href="http://www.mychiaseeds.com/Articles/Top10ChiaBenefits.html" target="_blank">CHECK OUT CHIA SEED BENEFITS!</a></div>
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2 tbsp Coconut Flakes -or- oil</div>
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1 tsp salt</div>
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-process pecans</div>
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-add in dates</div>
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Raw "oatmeal" takes 5 minutes to make and is a healthy meal for anytime! </div>
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Complete with fruits and nuts this is sure to be a favorite!</div>
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This recipe makes a pretty large batch and I normally shape cookies out of the leftovers and put it on the dehydrator for a mid day snack!</div>
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1 apple cored</div>
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1 banana</div>
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1 cup walnuts, pecans, and/or cashews</div>
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5-6 figs</div>
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2 dates</div>
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1 tsp maca powder, pinch of celtic salt</div>
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-Process all ingredients in food processor</div>
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-You can add hot water to make it a hot meal but it tastes good cold as well!</div>
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This cheesecake is very simple to make and everyone will love it vegan or not. All you have to do is blend your ingredients, spread, freeze, and refrigerate. This recipe includes all raw ingredients which makes this delicious dessert healthy and filling too! I have updated this recipe with a neat new technique that will help you achieve a fluffier, creamier filling. Delicious! </div>
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1 cup macadamia nuts</div>
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1 cup walnuts</div>
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1/2 cup golden flax seed <i>ground</i></div>
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1/3 cup shredded coconut</div>
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1 tbsp coconut nectar</div>
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-First process the macadamia nuts and walnuts</div>
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-Spread your mixture out evenly across a 9-in pie pan. </div>
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3 cups cashews <i>soaked for one 1hr or more</i></div>
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1/4 cup coconut oil <i>if you only have one or the other use a 1/2 cup</i></div>
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1/4 cup coconut butter</div>
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1/4 cup coconut nectar</div>
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1/8 cup lemon juice</div>
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1 tbsp vanilla bean</div>
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-In a blender on a <b>low</b> setting blend the cashews until there are no whole pieces. This will require either a spoon or a stir stick to scrape the sides and push the remaining chunks down. </div>
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-Add in the rest of the ingredients and turn the blender up or to the whip setting. At this point you should not need your spoon and the cream should be thick so you can't see the whirl tunnel indicating that the mixture is to watery. Add in almond meal if this is to happen but I recommend being light handed with the water to avoid this situation in the first place.</div>
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-Pour the filling into the crust and level out with a spoon or spatula.</div>
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<b>Strawberry Topping</b></div>
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1 cup strawberries</div>
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1 cup raspberry</div>
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-Blend the strawberries, raspberries and lemon juice first and just like the cashews scrap the sides until all the berries are smooth.</div>
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-Add the dates and continue to do the same thing.</div>
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-You made need to add a little water to get your desired consistency.</div>
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<b>2 Apples</b><br />
- Skin and cut Apples into small chunks. Place in Bowl<br />
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- Sprinkle with Cinnamon<br />
- Mix and Dehydrate for 1-2 hours<br />
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2 cups Walnuts<br />
1 cup Cashews<br />
1/2 cup Flax Seed <i>grounded</i><br />
3-4 Dates<br />
1 tbsp Agave Nectar<br />
2 tsp Cinnamon<br />
1 tsp Vanilla Extract or Bean<br />
1 tsp Salt<br />
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Optional:<br />
1 tbsp Coconut Oil or Flakes<br />
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<b>Apple Filling Ingredients:</b><br />
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4 Apples <i>I mixed a variety of apples and left the skin on.</i><br />
5-6 Dates<br />
1 tbsp Agave Nectar<br />
1-2 tbsp Cinnamon<br />
1 tsp Vanilla Extract<br />
1 tsp Lemon Juice<br />
1 tsp Salt<br />
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Optional:<br />
1 tsp Coconut Oil<br />
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<b>Directions:</b><br />
- Process Crust Ingredients and Spread evenly in 9" Pie Pan<br />
- Process Apple Filling<br />
- Stir in Dehydrated Apples<br />
- Fill Pie Crust<br />
- Refrigerate for 1-2 hours<br />
- Dehydrate to warm slice right before eating<br />
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I never liked chili until I made this, it's sweet and spicy just like I like it! I have to admit sometimes I slowcook beans to add into the raw chili, making it semi-raw. I would eat raw beans if we were able to digest them properly and if they tasted good. Non-cooked beans are bitter and really hard to digest! When they are cooked they are still hard to digest but not as bad, especially when slow cooked. </div>
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We all know the saying...beans the magical fruit the more you eat the more you toot. ;-)</div>
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The chili "meat" is very good by itself but if you prefer heated chili, I recommend placing your serving on the dehydrator for a little bit.</div>
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1/2 cup Raisins</div>
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1 Large Carrot<br />
20 <i>or less</i> Sun dried Tomatoes<br />
4 Medium Tomatoes <i>-or- 2 Large</i><br />
2 Red Bell Peppers<br />
1 Garlic Clove<br />
Onion, Leek -or- Shallot <i>amount depends on how much you like onion!</i><br />
1 tbsp Apple Cider Vinegar<br />
1 tbsp Agave Nectar -or- 1-2 dates<br />
1 tsp salt<br />
1 tsp cumin<br />
1 tsp paprika<br />
1 tsp cayenne<br />
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-Process the nuts and carrots first and then add in the raisins and remaining ingredients.<br />
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Smoothies are super easy to make!!</div>
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This recipe makes enough for 2 big glasses and they are filling! I add Maca Powder for an energizer and acai berry for the antioxidants. They both have a lot of benefits and are worth checking out. </div>
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<b>Smoothie Ingredients: </b><br />
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1/2 Papaya<br />
1 Apple <i>cored</i><br />
1 cup Cherries<br />
1 Carrot<br />
4 Ice Cubes<br />
1/2 cup Water <i>add extra as needed</i><br />
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1tbsp Lime Juice<br />
1 tbsp Maca Powder<br />
1 tbsp Acai Berry<br />
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Energy Bars are my favorite smoothie companion. These are also easy to make and only require a blender and refrigerator. You can always swap out ingredients that are similar. Get creative!</div>
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<b>Energy Bar Ingredients:</b></div>
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3 cups Nuts and Seeds of Choice</div>
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<i>I used Pecans, Walnuts, Sunflower Seeds, and Pumpkin Seeds</i></div>
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4-5 Dates</div>
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1 Cup Raisins <i>or substitute for Figs</i></div>
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1/2 cup sweet Cacao Nibs</div>
2 tbsp Oil <i>I used Coconut Oil</i><br />
1 tbsp Maca Powder -<i>The energizer ingredient</i><br />
1 tsp salt<br />
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<b>Extras: </b><br />
Mulberries<br />
Vanilla Bean or extract<br />
Cinnamon<br />
Agave NectarAmanda Nicole Smithhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00179859658677121562noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5822257840897911901.post-77352470266108420302011-10-25T15:00:00.000-07:002012-07-17T05:55:24.605-07:00Burgers<div style="text-align: center;">
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<span class="Apple-style-span">This is a great substitute for meat. Learn how to make healthy raw vegan burgers. Find out how to turn a few simple raw ingredients into a main dish that is delicious!</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span">Prep Time: 15 minutes</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span">Tools Needed: Food Processor, Dehydrator</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span">Yield: 10 burgers</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span">2 cups Nuts (Used Almonds & Walnuts)</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span">2 cups Beets</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span">1 Carrot</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span">1 tbsp Bragg's Liquid Aminos -or- Nama Shoyu -or- White Miso</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span">1 slice Onion -or- Leek</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span">1 tbsp Flax Seed</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span">4-5 Cherry Tomatoes or 1/2 large Tomato</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span">1 tbsp Agave Nectar</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span">1 Garlic Clove</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span"><b>Spices:</b> <i>Here is one example</i></span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span">1 tbsp cumin(ground) </span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span">1 tsp cayenne pepper (for a kick)</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span">1 tsp oregano</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span">1/2 tsp sage</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span">UPDATE: 1 tsp fresh ground allspice!!! Perfect</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span"><b>Optional:</b> 1 leaf Kale, 1-2 tbsp Nutritional Yeast, 2-3 Sun-dried Tomatoes, 1 tsp Salt</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span"><b>Optional Prepare ahead of time</b>: Sprout Nuts by soaking for 2 days, rinsing once a day.</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span"><b>Directions: </b>Blend hard ingredients first including Beets, Carrots, and Nuts. Add in the rest of the ingredients. Spread out into burger shapes.</span></div>
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Delicious layers of all your favorite Italian ingredients!</div>
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Mix and match your favorite layers to make your winning combination!</div>
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<b>Tools Needed:</b> Food Processor, Dehydrator, <i>optional </i>Mandoline</div>
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<b>Yield: </b>6-8 servings<br />
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<u>Layer 1- Tomato/Red Sauce</u></div>
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2 large tomatoes</div>
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1 medium bell pepper</div>
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1/4 portabella <i>(save 1/2 for toppings and 1/4 for meat sauce)</i></div>
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1/4 onion</div>
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1 garlic clove</div>
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herbs of choice (basil, oregano, rosemary, thyme, etc.)</div>
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optional: kale(any greens), agave nectar, jalepeno, salt, pepper</div>
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<i>If you have extra squash you can blend that in the sauce for a thicker consistency.</i></div>
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<u>Layer 3- Tomato/Red Sauce</u></div>
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Add 4-6 sun dried tomatoes to Layer 1 Sauce to make thicker<br />
Save enough for Layer 8</div>
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<u>Layer 4- Squash Noodle</u></div>
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1/2 cup Soaked walnuts</div>
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1/2 cup Soaked almonds</div>
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1/4 cup sunflower seeds</div>
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1/2 medium tomato<br />
1 garlic clove<br />
1/2 tbsp nama shoyu or light miso</div>
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1 tbsp oil (sesame, olive, sunflower, etc.)</div>
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1 tbsp agave nectar</div>
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<u>Layer 6- Basil/Green Sauce</u></div>
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1 cup basil</div>
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1 cup kale leafs or any greens</div>
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1/2 tomato</div>
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1 garlic clove</div>
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2 tbsp oil (sesame, olive, sunflower, etc.)</div>
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herbs of choice (basil, oregano, rosemary, thyme, etc.)</div>
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1tbsp agave nectar</div>
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<u>Layer 7- Zucchini "noodle"</u></div>
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<u>Layer 8- Tomato Red Sauce</u></div>
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Use sauce from Layer 3<br />
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A flavorful pie that is so simple and a Thanksgiving Must!</div>
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1 cup soaked then dried walnuts</div>
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1 cup soaked then dried pecans</div>
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1/2 cup macadamia nuts</div>
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1/4 cup flax seed (ground)</div>
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6-8 dates</div>
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1 tbsp cinnamon</div>
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1/2 tsp nutmeg</div>
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1 small pie pumpkin </div>
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10-12 soaked dates</div>
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1/4 cup macadamia nuts</div>
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2 tbsp cinnamon <i>there's never too much cinnamon!</i></div>
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1 tbsp nutmeg</div>
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1 tbsp coconut oil</div>
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1 tbsp fresh ginger root</div>
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Directions: Mix Crust ingredients spread it out, and make pie crust walls. Mix pie ingredients and fill. Freeze for 1 hour and then refrigerate and enjoy!</div>Amanda Nicole Smithhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00179859658677121562noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5822257840897911901.post-73003638083204498092011-10-09T18:56:00.000-07:002013-01-20T21:05:12.326-08:00Raw Taco Meat and Tortillas<div style="text-align: center;">
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This tastes just like taco meat! This is one of my favorite recipes because I can make it in 20 min. You can use a collard green or any green of your choice as a wrap or you can make a corn, flax seed tortilla. I will show you this recipe below. I make this at least once a week and it seems like the longer it sits in the fridge the better it tastes. We're lucky if it stays 3 days in the fridge!</div>
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<b>Taco Meat Ingredients:</b><br />
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<b>Prepare time: 10 minutes</b></div>
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<b>Yield: 6 tacos</b></div>
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2 cups soaked nuts <i>(possibilities: almonds, walnuts, pecans, and cashews)</i></div>
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1 green, red, or yellow pepper</div>
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1/2 medium sized tomato</div>
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1/4 onion</div>
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1 garlic clove</div>
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2 tbsp soy sauce -or- light miso paste</div>
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1 tbsp lime</div>
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1 tbsp lemon</div>
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2 tbsp cumin</div>
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2 tbsp cayenne pepper</div>
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1 tbsp cilantro</div>
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1/2 tbsp paprika</div>
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1 chili pepper</div>
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<b>Directions:</b> Soak your nuts until sprouted. You don't have to soak the nuts but it is easier to digest if you do and also the texture will be smoother. Mix all the ingredients starting with the nuts and carrots. Then add the rest of the ingredients.</div>
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<b> </b><i> For an easier, quicker recipe you can buy sprouted corn tortillas at the store. </i><b> </b><br />
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<b> Yield: 6 tacos</b><br />
<b>Tools: Food Processor, Dehydrator</b></div>
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<b>Dehydrate Time: 4-6 hours</b></div>
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1/2 medium sized tomato</div>
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1 tsp lemon</div>
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1 tsp lime</div>
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<b>Directions:</b> Mix all the ingredients. Spread a thin layer on dehydrator and dehydrate for 4-6 hours. You can make the them small to use them as chips. When you want to fold the shell to make a taco, boil water and hole the shell over the steam. It will become bendable and you can wrap it around your ingredients.</div>
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There are so many different ingredients you can substitute or add to make this a favorite raw recipe. Not only is it healthy but it is also inexpensive and easy to make. Next time you are craving tacos, keep this recipe in mind. </div>
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Don't forget about the salsa. Raw salsa is very easy to make. Just add your favorite spices to a blend of tomatoes, peppers, and onions. </div>
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This is a once a week meal for me! I have made this many different times and I have experimented with many versions. this example is a plain pizza but remember the toppings are endless! One time I put a slice of eggplant on top of the crust and underneath the sauce. It was so delicious!</div>
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Dehydrating Time: 4-6 hours</div>
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2 cups soaked Buckwheat Groats</div>
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<i>Soak them for up to 2 days, rinsing everyday until sprouted</i></div>
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<i>Substitutes: Almond Flour, any Nut Flour, Corn Meal, etc.</i></div>
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1/2 cup Flax Seed (ground)</div>
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1 tbsp favorite oil</div>
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2 Medium Tomatoes</div>
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3-5 Sundried Tomatoes</div>
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2-3 Mushrooms</div>
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1/4 of an Onion</div>
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1 Garlic Clove</div>
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3-5 Dates Jalepeno</div>
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1 tsp agave nectar Red Chili</div>
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Toppings: <i>You are only limited by your imagination!</i></div>
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<i>Onion, Leeks, Tomatoes, Basil....</i></div>
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My Secret Topping: About an hour before your pizza is done spread a little bit of agave nectar on top</div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">2 tsp. Agave Nectar</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">1 tsp. salt</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Add Water a little bit at a time until you get a whipped consistency.</span></div>
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<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-lGSev6p5xJs/TozSoQ8Mv0I/AAAAAAAAAG4/_xLWYOMWj8w/s1600/Raw+Cake+Layer+3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="161" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-lGSev6p5xJs/TozSoQ8Mv0I/AAAAAAAAAG4/_xLWYOMWj8w/s200/Raw+Cake+Layer+3.jpg" width="200" /></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #7f6000; font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><u>4th Layer- Crumble</u></span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">1 1/2 cup Nuts of Choice</span></span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"> <i>(Almonds,Walnuts, Pecans, or Cashews)</i></span></span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">1/4 cup Cacao Nibs</span></span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">2-4 Dates</span></span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">2-4 Figs</span></span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Process lightly for a crumble texture</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><u><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #7f6000;">Optional 5th Layer- Cashew Sauce</span></u></span></div>
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<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-IoNGPIyNqig/TozSoGyST8I/AAAAAAAAAG0/wTwJqtcgx0w/s1600/Raw+Cake+Completed.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="165" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-IoNGPIyNqig/TozSoGyST8I/AAAAAAAAAG0/wTwJqtcgx0w/s200/Raw+Cake+Completed.jpg" width="200" /></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">1/2 cup Cashews (ground)</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">1/4 cup Tahini Sauce</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">1-2 Dates</span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">2 tsp. Agave Nectar</span></span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">1 tsp. salt</span></span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Add Water a little bit at a time until you get a whipped consistency.</span></span></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span></div>Amanda Nicole Smithhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00179859658677121562noreply@blogger.com1