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Trifecta Meatballs (Whole30 compliant)

  These meatballs are sooo much better than the turkey meatballs I made last week, which I over-cooked because I was following a recipe that said to use a meat thermometer to check the inside temperature, but it didn’t work and I cooked them too long. I suggest when you think they might be done, […]

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Swiss Pears

A super simple and refreshing appetizer. Sliced ripe pear with slices of Emmentaler or Jarlsberg or other Swiss cheese.

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Salmon Burgers

Our new family favorite – decidedly kid-friendly. Two 6 ounce wild salmon fillets (or 1- 14 ¾ ounce can of wild salmon or 2 small cans) 1 T mustard (Dijon or stone brown) 1 T mayonnaise 1 T lemon juice ½ t grated lemon zest 2 scallions, chopped ½ t sea salt 1 egg ½ […]

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Blueberry Banana Muffins

Vegan, Gluten-Free Makes 8- 10 These are the best muffins I’ve made to date. They are super healthy and super delicious. Ingredients 1 1/2 cup gluten-free flour blend – 1/2 cup oat flour, 1/2 cup buck wheat, 1/4 cup coconut flour, 1/4 cup tapioca* 1/4 cup palm sugar (any sugar is OK) 1 t baking […]

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Shonishin Clinic 2014

Japanese Pediatric Acupuncture Friday, February 21 starts 2014 Shonishin walk-in clinic. Shonishin is a Japanese energy balancing treatment especially for babies and kids. Special tools are used to gently brush or press the surface of the skin – harmonizing energy and strengthening overall constitution. Full Moon Fridays 3:00 – 4:30 Jan 24, Feb 21, Mar […]

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Chocolate Latte for Kids (dairy free)

This hot beverage is nutritious and satisfying. The warming spices are great for kids whose digestion could use a little spark. No dairy, maple sweetened and if feels like a total treat. Great for the whole family! Mix together: 1 cup of India Spice herbal tea (alternatively ginger, cinnamon, herbal chai), HOT 1 t unsweetened […]

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Gingerbread men, Kelly’s Delicious Gluten-free, Dairy-free version

Makes about 32 cookies. 1 cup buckwheat flour * ½ cup rice flour * 1 cup almond meal * 1 cup coconut flour * 1 tablespoon ground ginger 1 ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 teaspoon baking soda ¾ teaspoon sea salt ½ teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg ¼ teaspoon ground cloves ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper […]

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Cornmeal and Buckwheat Pancakes

This is one of those gluten-free recipes that doesn’t taste like a gluten-free recipe. It is just plain good. My family loves ‘em. I like to make a big batch of this pancake mix and keep it in the fridge so when Saturday morning all I have to do is mix up the eggs and […]

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Latkes, Not Like Bubbe Used to Make

Serves 4-6 These are a favorite around my house and neighborhood. I hope you like them, too! 4 large or 6 medium potatoes 1 large sweet potato 1 medium beet 1 large onion, thinly sliced 4-6 eggs ½ – ¾ cup all purpose flour (buckwheat if gluten-free) 2 t sea salt light vegetable oil (sunflower […]

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Buckwheat Crepes

We love these crepes. They are made with 100% buckwheat flour and no dairy. They can be served with savory ingredients for dinner, or enjoyed for breakfast with fruit and maple syrup, or with cottage cheese or yoghurt. They are pictured here with a drizzle of kefir and warmed frozen berries. When we are finished […]

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