Category Archives: Preparation

Festive ‘Eggnog’ or Pumpkin Spice Smoothies/Shakes

Posted on December 17, 2017 by Cat

By Cat, Dec 2017 (Image, right, from Wikimedia Commons; image below from Wikimedia Commons) I’ve adapted these morning smoothie-like drinks from ones by Dr. Alan Christianson, a naturopathic physician who did the online Adrenal Reset Summit. Much simpler than my … Continue reading →

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Alcohol-free Holiday Eggnog

Posted on December 9, 2017 by Cat

By Cat, Dec 2017 (photo, right, from Wikimedia Commons) I’ve not yet tried this recipe. I’ve always loved a good eggnog, flavored with rum or brandy. But this recipe is flavored with dates, nuts and spices for an alcohol-free beverage. … Continue reading →

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Bristol Bay Sockeye Salmon Salad

Posted on November 27, 2017 by Cat

By Cat, Nov 27, 2017 (Photo, right from Wikimedia Commons) As each summer approaches, I can hardly wait for the wild salmon from the Bristol Bay fishery, as it is the best I’ve found. I eat wild-caught salmon at least … Continue reading →

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Sweet & Spicy Roasted Nuts 

Posted on November 25, 2017 by Cat

By Cat, Nov 2007 (recipe originally part of Soaking & Sprouting, etc.: Nuts and Seeds article) (Photo right, from Wikimedia Commons, originally by Sage Ross) I love walnuts, almonds, cashews and pecans, and am happy to eat them plain. But sometimes you want … Continue reading →

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Green Beans with Caramelized Pecans

Posted on November 23, 2017 by Cat

By Cat, Nov 2017 (Photo, right, from Wikimedia Commons) I just got some pecans from a Texas friend, so decided to try this recipe to accompany my Thanksgiving Game Hen. Pecans are just about my favorite nuts, and I love … Continue reading →

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Cat’s Whole Grain Mustard Spread

Posted on November 23, 2017 by Cat

By Cat, Oct 2007 (posted as a separate recipe Nov 2017) (Photo, right, from Wikimedia Commons) I originally came up with this recipe when I moved back home to Bigfork MT, and our local grocer did not have a Whole … Continue reading →

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Mediterranean-Style Harissa-Spiced Cod with Polenta, with Fennel-Orange Salad

Posted on October 8, 2017 by Cat

by Cat, October 2017 (photo, right, from Wikimedia Commons) As a person of Scandinavian descent, I love cod (and lutefisk made from cod). My usual way to prepare this fish is to bake it with butter, dill, salt and pepper … Continue reading →

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Sage or Thyme Tea

Posted on October 7, 2017 by Cat

by Cat, Oct 2017 (photo by Cat) Sage, or sage and thyme mix, in a warm tea is also healing for a sore throat, as both herbs have antimicrobial properties. I add ⅛ – ¼ tsp unrefined sea salt  if treating … Continue reading →

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Chocolate-Beet Quick Bread

Posted on September 7, 2017 by Cat

By Cat, Sept 7, 2017 (photo, right, from Wikimedia Commons) My birthday is just a few days away and I’ve been thinking about what kind of treat to make for myself. Then I saw this recipe in our daily newspaper, … Continue reading →

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Apple, Fennel (Bulb) and Walnut Salad, with Apple Cider Vinaigrette

Posted on August 13, 2017 by Cat

By Cat, Aug 2017 (Photo, right, from Wikimedia Commons) We’re getting into apple season (late August-September here in NW Montana), and one of my fav ways to use fresh apples is in a salad. I grew up on Waldorf Salad, … Continue reading →

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