This is quite possibly the most earthy and simple way to top carrot cupcakes, waffles, and even fill a layered cake. When you’re on a diet like B.E.D, recipes like this start to make sense and even taste good! Kids, and adults, who haven’t grown up on sugar will appreciate this frosting’s subtle sweetness. I use lakanto here because it’s a […]
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Do unsalted, cultured vegetables cause botulism? Tara Carpenter, NC. Originally published on October 28, 2012 This is the question I get asked most in the unsalted cultured food workshops I teach. People tend to be stumped on how cultured vegetables will stay fresh and safe if they don’t contain salt. Unsalted cultured vegetables are new […]
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Soaking Whole Grains: A Traditional Recipe
Soaking Whole Grains: A Traditional Recipe Written by Tara Carpenter, NC. Serving customized cooking, consultations, and meal plans. Whole grains have been a principal food for thousands of years and are close to being a nutritionally complete food as they are rich in amino acids, carbohydrates, fiber, minerals, vitamins, and fat. This ancient food strengthens […]
Beans (i.e. lentils, kidney beans, peas, peanuts) are versatile, economical, and rich in B vitamins, minerals and omega fats. Unfortunately, they’re also high in anti-nutrients, including phytic acid* and lectins.** These anti-nutrients can reduce our