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Posted in Dehydrator, Desserts, Food Processor, Gluten Free, Raw Food on Dec 1st, 2009
CHOCOLATE TRUFFLES
Makes about 36
There’s something to be said for portion control when it comes to chocolate. When I have a sweet tooth, something small and delicious leaves me satisfied. These Chocolate Truffles are just the thing after a large dinner, either at the table or in little gift bags for your [...]
Posted in Blender, Raw Food, Raw Organic Living Food on Oct 29th, 2009
WHIPPED CASHEW CREAM
Makes 3 cups
This topping showcases cashew’s creamy, buttery texture. It’s quite rich, so a little goes a long way, especially if served with a high-fat dessert.
Posted in Salads and Dressings, Spinach, Uncategorized on Sep 30th, 2009
RAW RANCH DRESSING
Makes 3 cups
Ranch is America’s most popular salad dressing, according to the Association for Dressings and Sauces. The bottled version you’ve probably encountered—on an iceberg lettuce salad, perhaps?—was created by the folks at Clorox. Yes, that Clorox. While they obviously hit a nerve in creating a creamy, mild dressing that [...]
Posted in Blender, Dehydrator, Desserts, Fashion, Food, Gluten Free, Salads and Dressings, Sauces, Uncategorized, Vita Mix on Sep 30th, 2009
CARAMEL SAUCE
Makes 1¾ cups
Despite the familiar name, there’s no milk nor sugar in this version. Cashews lend a surprisingly smooth, buttery texture that only die-hard gastronomy students will be able to place. Serve on top of fresh fruits, raw ice cream, or apple-pecan pies. If you use it for dunking—apple slices [...]
Posted in Cheese, Entrees, Raw Organic Living Food, Spinach on Jun 2nd, 2009
MUSHROOM SPINACH LASAGNA
SERVES 4
My two favorite foods—mushrooms and spinach—are complimented by the rich Cashew Cheese. This one is a good bet for satisfying your friends who eat traditional cooked foods.
Makes about 1 cup or 3 servings
This dill sauce is very versatile in that can be used with a zucchini pasta dish, as a dip for cut up vegetables or tossed with cucumbers for a refreshing salad!
Mary in the Press