Chocolate Scream (with variations!)

Makes 1 quart For chocolate lovers only, this dairy-free, sugar-free delight has a much lower impact than commercial ice creams (even the dairy-free varieties). Using raw cocoa powder insures you can even take advantage of its famed anti-oxidant properties. 2 cups cashews or macadamia nuts, soaked in water to cover 30 minutes, drained 2 cups [...]

Galaxy Shake

Serves 1 adult or 2 kids This high energy, high protein smoothie keeps ‘em going for the long haul. Great for breakfasts, afterschool snacks or a pre-game power boost. Rich carob, almond butter and a splash of mint will get them on their way! 1 cup whole milk, soy milk or nut milk 1/2 cup [...]

Vanilla Scream (with variations!)

Makes 1 quart This is my basic dairy-free ice cream recipe. It’s rich and satisfying… but better yet… YOU decide how much sweetener to use. Experimentation with maple or brown rice syrup is encouraged. I’ve found that a combination of cashews and oat milk make the richest and creamiest dairy-free ice creams without starches, gums [...]

Strawberry Scream

Makes 1 quart A variation on my basic Vanilla Ice Cream recipe, this fruity frozen cup brings a smile to anyone who loves sweet, fresh berries in the summertime. Of course, any kind of local, fresh and seasonal berry (or a combination) can be used. 2 cups cashews or macadamia nuts, soaked in water to [...]

Hemp Milkshakes – Meg Harpool

Yield: 2 servings This high-protein shake makes a perfectly healthy after school snack, a cool delight to beat the heat, or a light dessert to end a summer day. For an extra boost of good fats and protein, add a scoop of hemp powder. Try Living Harvest hemp milk, as it is lightly sweetened with [...]

Shrek Shake

Yield: 2 servings Little ogres will guzzle this bright green smoothie; it’s sweet and fruity and leaves a green mustache. Mom’s love it too because it offers high amounts of protein, antioxidants and the good green stuff to keep kids healthy at school. 2 cups almond milk or hazelnut milk 3/4 cup frozen berries OR [...]

Electro Granola

Makes 4 cups Double, or even triple, this recipe and fill small bags as needed to store in your car, workout bag or hip pack for a quick “emergency” electrolyte fix. 2 1/2 cups granola 1/2 cup sliced prunes 1/2 cup unsweetened shredded coconut 1/4 cup banana chips 1/4 cup raw cocoa nibs Mix all [...]

Homemade Nut Milk

Makes 1/2 gallon Making your own nut milk is easy and healthier than buying the pre-packaged brands. These contain sugars, starches and oils; yours contain organic nuts (of your choice) that are soaked and easy to digest, optional sweetener (of your choice) and other healthy additions (like cocoa, cinnamon or other spices) to make your [...]