• Breakfast

    Golden “Kiss of Sunshine” Turmeric Oatmeal Bowl

    Easy |  Servings: 1 |  Ready In: 5 minutes |  Yield: 1 1/2 cups This healthy, savory oatmeal gets a golden “kiss of sunshine” from bright turmeric powder.  Enjoy this quick, easy vegan recipe for a savory breakfast.  Chef Katie Simmons shows you how to cook this plant-based, gluten-free, oil-free bowl.  If you love this, you’ll also love Quick Peach Pecan Spiced Oatmeal, Gluten-Free Banana Raisin Baked Oatmeal, and Italian Vegan Chickpea Flour Frittata. Ingredients 1/2 cup Quick Rolled Oats (40 g) 1 cup water 1/4 cup frozen chopped Okra 2 tablespoons frozen peas 1/4 teaspoon ground turmeric 2 tablespoons Sauerkraut How It’s Done: To make the Golden “Kiss of Sunshine” Turmeric Oatmeal Bowl: In a medium bowl, combine the oats and water. Microwave 90 seconds. Add in the frozen okra and peas. Stir well. Microwave another 20 seconds. Sprinkle on the turmeric and add the Sauerkraut. Enjoy! Chef Katie’s Tips: Funky Sauerkraut Substitutions: The sauerkraut is definitely a “funky” flavor, adding a savory, salty taste. If it’s not for you, you can stir in a teaspoon of miso paste, a dash of tamari, or just regular salt. Weigh Your Ingredients: For precise measuring and consistent results, always weigh your ingredients. A small kitchen scale makes this easy to do. This will save you time and give you more delicious muffins and breads. Gluten-Free Celiac: Oats are naturally gluten-free, but they are often processed in a facility near wheat. If this is a concern for you, check for “Certified Gluten-Free” Oats and Oat Flour.

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  • Sauces, Dips, & Dressings

    Strawberry Mango Chia Jam

      Easy  |  Servings: 12  |  Ready In: 10 minutes  |  Yield: about 3 cups Chia seeds look like raspberry seeds but act like a natural thickener in this quick jam. They offer fiber and healthy Omega-3 fats while mango provides all of the natural sweetness you need, without any of the refined sugar that you don’t. Make a batch of this healthy easy, kid-approved recipe for Gluten-Free Oatmeal Raisin Pancakes, Blueberry Buckwheat Pancakes or use in a Chia Pudding Parfait. Ingredients 1 pound frozen strawberries, thawed 1/2 cup water 1/4 cup (48 grams) chia seeds 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 large mango, diced How It’s Done To make the Strawberry Mango Chia Jam: Combine the strawberries, water, chia, and vanilla in a medium pot. Cover and bring to a simmer over low heat. Simmer for about 5-7 minutes, until strawberries start to break down. Meanwhile, peel and dice the mango into bite-sized pieces. Once the strawberries start to break down, turn off the heat.  Use a spoon to squish the strawberries into a smoother, jam-like consistency.  Add the diced mango and stir to combine. Jam will get thicker after it sits for a while. Serve chilled or warm slightly. Serve with Gluten-Free Oatmeal Raisin Pancakes, Blueberry Buckwheat Pancakes or use in a Chia Pudding Parfait. Yields: About 3 cups   Chef Katie’s Tips:  More Sweetness: If you want added sweetness, you can add date water (left from soaking dates in warm water), maple syrup, Stevia, or your preferred sweetener. Play with

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  • Sauces, Dips, & Dressings

    Raspberry Mango Chia Jam

      Easy  |  Servings: 24  |  Ready In: 10 minutes  |  Yield: about 3 cups Chia seeds look like raspberry seeds but act like a natural thickener in this quick jam. They offer fiber and healthy Omega-3 fats while mango provides all of the natural sweetness you need, without any of the refined sugar that you don’t. Make a batch of this healthy easy, kid-approved recipe for Gluten-Free Oatmeal Raisin Pancakes, Blueberry Buckwheat Pancakes or use in a Chia Pudding Parfait. Ingredients 12 oz fresh or frozen raspberries 1 cup water 1/4 cup (48 grams) chia seeds 1 1/2 cup diced mango (from 1 medium fresh mango or use frozen, thawed) How It’s Done To make the Raspberry Mango Chia Jam: Place everything in a small pot. Cover, bring to a simmer. Simmer about 10 minutes. Remove from heat. Serve over oats, on toast, or just enjoy with a spoon. Serve with Gluten-Free Oatmeal Raisin Pancakes, Blueberry Buckwheat Pancakes or use in a Chia Pudding Parfait. Yields: About 3 cups   Chef Katie’s Tips:  More Sweetness: If you want added sweetness, you can add date water (left from soaking dates in warm water), maple syrup, Stevia, or your preferred sweetener. Play with Spices:  Bump up the flavor by adding a dash of spice.  Cardamom, ginger, and nutmeg would all add interesting flavor.  Vanilla or lemon extract would add brightness. See how it’s done   Nutrition Facts Serving size: 1/24 of a recipe (about 2 tablespoons) Amount Per Serving Calories 24.61 Calories

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  • Mains

    Pasta “alla Norma” – Eggplant with Gluten-Free Chickpea Cavatappi Pasta and Spicy Red Sauce

    This plant-based recipe of the classic Italian recipe for Pasta “alla Norma” has chunks of roasted eggplant and a spicy tomato sauce. The traditional version uses lots of oil and cheese, but this healthy vegan version roasts the eggplant oil-free and skips the dairy. Use gluten-free cavatappi pasta for allergy-free dinner. One of my favorite eggplant recipes!

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  • Sides & Snacks

    Romanesco: A Beautiful Natural Fractal and Basic Oil-Free Roasting

      Romanesco:  A Beautiful Natural Fractal Basic Oil-Free Roasting Romanesco is an heirloom vegetable that originated in Italy.  It’s related to cauliflower and broccoli, but it has a unique, nutty flavor.  It’s beautiful geometry makes it one of nature’s greenest fractals.  Chef Katie Simmons shows you how to steam-roast this healthy veggie for fat-free, oil-free flavor. How to Use in Recipes: Roast and serve with Roasted Red Pepper Hummus Roast and sprinkle with 5-Minute Vegan Cashew “Parm” Grilled Romanesco Salad with Charred-Herb Dressing on Food and Wine Pasta with Romanesco, Capers, and Chiles on Food 52 Use in place of cauliflower or broccoli for any recipe!   Nutrition Facts Serving Size: 1 cup, cooked (no oil) Calories 35 Sodium — mg Total Fat 1 g Potassium — mg Saturated 0 g Total Carbs 6 g Polyunsaturated 0 g Dietary Fiber 3 g Monounsaturated 0 g Sugars 3 g Trans 0 g Protein 2 g Cholesterol — mg Vitamin A –% Calcium –% Vitamin C –% Iron –% *Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. Shopping and Gear List

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