
Warm & relaxing. Aromatic cardamom balances the grounding tones of nutmeg and poppy seeds. This recipe is a gentle sedative if you are having a hard time falling asleep.
Creamy mashed potatoes are a cozy way to celebrate November, satisfy your belly, and warm the hearts of friends, family and loved ones as you gather around the Thanksgiving table. A bowl of mashed potatoes can soothe the anxieties & worries of a cold...
Warming, grounding and sweet, Sweet Beet & Mint Soup has a luxurious purple sheen and surprising spicy finish. The aromatic oils in mint offer a surprising lift to the heaviness of the beet root.
Beets pickled in vinegar are an excellent way to cleanse your body from January to March.
Opt for a delicious desert that brings you fully into every bite. Sensual cherries with red hot cayenne and purple, cooling lavender. Discovered at Pickard's Mountain Eco-Institute of Chapel Hill, NC (https://www.pickardsmountain.org/)
Tangy and sticky-sweet to the tongue, this chutney has a unique component- the aromatic floral notes of lavender. Light, dreamy lavender essence melting into purple plums turns typically tangy chutney into a delicate, artisan experience.
A traditional roast leg of lamb with a smooth mint and pistachio sauce. Serve this dish on a Sunday afternoon to bring the whole family together. Use this quality time at the table to catch up and share stories of the week passed. Walk off the...
The hearty, rich flavor of Lamb's quarters, abundant in nature and urban settings, is a perfect complement to woody, earthy mushrooms and rustic brown rice. Shitakes, oyster mushrooms, thinly sliced portabellos, and common criminis from the grocery...
Many layers of flavor entice you in Pumpkin with Roasted Chestnuts- initially, sweet, soothing pumpkin and warm, rustic chestnuts greet your tastebuds. Next kale and mushrooms offer their tones of bitter earthiness. Spices brighten the dish-...
This grounding, cozy soup will help you sleep soundly on a windy night.
Preheat over to 325. Peel plantains and separate yolks from egg whites. Add 1TBSP olive oil, 1/4c water and 1/4tsp salt, 1TBSP potato starch. 1. Make a meringue with the egg whites by beating them on high with cream of tartar and sugar. The...
All the ingredients are fortifying and blood building, suitable for postpartum and anemia.
Hemp seed is a muscle relaxant and nutritive to support his demanding workout. Stinging nettles build strength and provides micronutrients. Ginger is a muscle anti-inflammatory and cloves are analgesic. Salt replenishes electrolytes from hard workouts....
Awaken your taste buds from the first bite of this sweet, aromatic, pungent dip. Flavor-rich and enticingly vibrant, savor the perfect balance of bold, bright garlic and lemon alongside the oily tahini and sweet beets. It is rich and creamy - a great...
Founder of Joyful Belly Ayurveda, John Immel, answers the question ‘What is Ayurveda?’