This is an ideal fall/winter beverage made with warmed milk, cultured kefir, Ayurvedic jaggery and a pinch of nutmeg. Kefir is a high probiotic beverage that must not be heated in order to preserve its beneficial bacteria. However, when blended with warmed milk, it becomes a delicious, nourishing, warm beverage just right for balancing VATA dosha which is naturally elevated in cool/cold, dry, fall and winter conditions.
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Einkorn Chai-Spiced Chocolate Chip Cookies
These easy-to-make cookies have a yummy chai-like spice flavor! They’re made with whole grain einkorn flour but white einkorn flour will do nicely. Although we used mini chocolate chips, feel free to substitute as much as you like of your favorite kind. This recipe will yield about 16-18 cookies.
Anjeer-Kefir Smoothie with Dates and Raw Honey
In India, figs are called “Anjeer”. They are often enjoyed in a lassi, or for a snack, or dessert. This simple recipe provides probiotic support from the kefir or yogurt. Honey can be added for greater sweetness, and feel free to add additional spices such as cinnamon and/or ground ginger as well. This recipe makes enough for one person but can be doubled, tripled, etc.
Pumpkin Streusel Muffins with Ghee and Spices
These delicious muffins are a seasonal favorite, perfect to warm the cool fall days, the holidays and the cold winter days. Feel free to add as much spice as you like. We call for brown sugar, but coconut palm sugar, and organic cane sugar will also work. This recipe will yield anywhere from 8-12 muffins, depending on size.
Wise-Woman Moon Milk with Shatavari Ghee and Fennel
Moon Milk is a soothing, delicious milk-based hot beverage that has its roots in the healing tradition of Ayurveda. It’s useful for deep relaxation and sound rest, and is often taken at bed-time to calm stress and anxiety. Adding medicinal ghee increases the effectiveness and potency of the herb, carrying it deeper into the body. Feel free to adjust the spices as desired.
Body-Boost Ashwagandha Moon Milk
Moon Milk is a soothing, delicious milk-based hot beverage that has its roots in the healing tradition of Ayurveda. It’s useful for deep relaxation and sound rest, and is often taken at bed-time to calm stress and anxiety. In this recipe, we add Ashwagandha Ghee which is used in Ayurveda to support a healthy immune system. Feel free to adjust the spices as desired.
Gluten-Free Flaxseed Muffins with Buttermilk, Ghee and Spices
These muffins are tender, aromatic, healthy and delicious! They’re great with hot chai tea or coffee, fresh, seasonal fruit, yogurt, nut butters and additional ghee for spreading. The recipe makes 12-15 muffins. If you don’t have buttermilk on hand, blend 1/2 cup yogurt with 1/2 cup water to use as a substitute, or add 1 tbsp lemon juice to a measuring cup. Pour in some milk to equal 1 cup. Let it sit for 5 minutes before adding to the recipe.
Classic Holiday Eggnog
Enjoy this traditional holiday beverage – It’s classic, simple and divine!
No-Egg, No-Sugar Holiday “Nut-Nog”
This is an easy-to-make great holiday, or anytime beverage which can be enjoyed warmed or chilled. For holidays, double the recipe and keep chilled. Stir well before serving. A generous dollop of dairy or non-dairy whipped cream and a sprinkling of cinnamon, cardamom or nutmeg makes for a fun grand finale.
Spiced Pears
These pears are quick and easy to prepare, and kids love them! Ideas for serving include:
* Add a dollop to yogurt or ice cream
* Top with nuts and raisins or a splash of cream
* Enjoy with a wedge of dark chocolate
* Once cooled, chop and use as you would jams or jellies (on toast, pancakes, waffles,
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Be sure to use firm pears – no need to peel if organic. Can be served warm, room temperature or cold.
Pumpkin Spice Bread with Honey-Cream Cheese Spread
This warming, yummy spice bread can be enjoyed as a snack, dessert or breakfast treat. It’s even more delicious with a steaming cup or coffee, tea, hot cocoa or spiced chai. For a maple flavor, simply substitute pure maple syrup for honey in the Cream Cheese Spread recipe.
