Pumpkin Bread: Cheese Pumpkin

Old Mother Hubbard

Went to her cupboard

To get some fresh pumpkin pie.

But her pie was not there,

So she gave her husband a glare

And said, "You ate it. Don't lie!"

This is a Cheese Pumpkin
cut in fourths
with the seeds removed

Peeled and sliced
Ready to be diced!

I coated the pumpkin flesh in
bacon grease and salt. However, any
fat would sufice.

I placed the pumpkin and the seeds
(coated in olive oil and salt)
in the oven at 450' F. I covered the pumpkin
for the first 20 minutes.

The seeds toast up in about 15-20 minutes

The pumpkin was finished in about 45 minutes

In one bowl I mixed 2 cups of almond flour,
1 tsp. of baking soda, and cinnamon.

In the other bowl I combined 2 cups of the cooked pumpkin,
1/4 cup of maple syrup,  2eggs,  1 tsp. of vanilla, and 1/4 of
coconut oil. I mixed it with an immersion blender.

Next I combined the wet and dry
ingredients and whisked by hand
to create a smooth mixture.

I coated this baking dish
(approx. 4 in. deep, 4 in. wide,  and 8 in. long)
with coconut oil and poured in the mixture.

I cooked the pumpkin bread at 350'F for about 45 minutes.
I tested it periodically with a knife, when it comes out dry
it is done.

Australian Lamb Chops

Cauliflower

These Australian lamb chops came frenched in a rack and I separated each rib using a butcher's knife. I sprinkled with sea salt and broiled them on each side for about 8 minutes. I usually grill them, but it's getting cold these days. I placed them about 4 in. away from the heat source. Always let the meat rest for 10 minutes before serving.

The cauliflower was chopped into florets and coated in olive oil and salt. I placed them in the oven before the lamb and cooked them at 450'F. I covered them for the first 40 minutes (until they softened) then left them to roast for an additional 15 minutes. I sprinkled them with grated parmesan cheese to finish.

4-Step Dinner: Wild Rice & Chicken with Radish Salad

This one could not be simpler!

So yummy it made my son's hair stand up!

Wild Rice and Chicken:

Measure one cup of WILD rice (it has less toxins and a better nutritional profile then regular rice) and place spread thin, in a glass 9x12 baking dish. Next place one whole cut up chicken 

(organic / local / pastured raised) on top of rice. Season with salt and pepper (I like to add paprika). Then pour 1 and 3/4 cup of water to cover the rice. Place uncovered in oven at 425' Fahrenheit. 

All of the fat and juices from the chicken, season the rice and create a wonderful flavor!

Radish Salad:

- Dice all the vegetables, whisk dressing, and pour on top:

• Dice approx. 12 radishes 
• Dice 2 celery stalks
• Dice 1/4 of a white onion

Dressing:

• 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
• 3 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 tablespoon mayonnaise (home made is best)
• 1 teaspoon of Dijon Mustard
• 2 teaspoons of wild honey
• Sea salt
• Pepper

Wild Rice cooked under organic chicken

Dinner is Served: Radish salad, (organic / local / pastured raised) chicken, wild rice

6 Minute Dinner: Cauliflower Rice & Pork Cutlet

Here is another recipe you might enjoy!

For this dish you will need:

• A cast iron or stainless steel skillet 

• Cheese grater 

• A head of cauliflower

• Pork or chicken cutlets

• Maple syrup 

• Soy sauce 

• Gee (or butter) 

• Coconut oil 

• Salt 

 Have you ever cooked with gee before? Let me know in the comments!!

Follow Up

I just wanted to create a short follow up post on some of the

previously discussed

topics, so here it goes!!

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Original Post 4/20/09: Door To Door Organics (Dot Com)!

We love being part of the Manhattan Beach Co-op. The fruits and vegetables are mostly produced locally and delivered fresh once a week. You can be part of the co-op or have your produce delivered right to your door! Save on gas by having your veggies shipped directly to you! As always, for

more informations, chat me up!

Original Post 4/21/09: GDiapers!

I have been using GDiapers for the last year on both of my boys. Yakov wears them at night and Ethan wears them 24/7. I love them. I rec

ommend them. I think they are cute, functional, healthy, and they make my babies happy. I nave have trouble with diaper rashes, I feel good about saving the planet, and I really feel there is no excuse NOT to use them at this point!!! Either way, I have tons of valuable coupons for ANYONE would may like, including this fantasti

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Original Post 6/2/09: Eco-Sunscreen / Body Care:

I am using and Loving California Baby Products!

Original Post 6/23/09: Organic, Ethically Treated Meat:

Already picked up and ate our Mitzvah Meat Lamb, LOVED it. It was the BEST lamb I have ever eaten in my life; Roger agreed! We have a subscription to

Kosher Conscience and expect pick up to be sometime next week. This is the only type or meat I

will eat, in or out of my home. So

rry, but I will be going vegetarian unless it is at least organic!

Original Post 6/24/09: Open Microphone!

Looking for more questions, comments, concerns to address! Feel free to shoot some over my way!! Thanks to C.A. for that great question! Curious minds want to know, have you changed your water bottle ways for tap!? Fill us in!! ***Check for the update at t

he original blog!!

Original Post 6/26/09:

Soft Star Shoes!

Yakov has a pair of Soft Star Shoes and

loves them! I am now about to purchase a vegan pair for Ethan

instead of other more popular brands made in China. Roger and I are even considering "splurging" on some of the cute

moccasins for the Fall! I highly recommend them for your kid

s!!! Affordab

le and very well crafted. It is also great to know their leathers are formaldehyde free!

Original Post 7/2/09: Zigo Bike Rider!

I got my bike about 2 weeks ago and love it! I get looks everywhere I go! It takes a little bit of "adjusting" to get used to the feel of the bike, but it is really awesome. My boys, ages 3 and 12 months, love to ride in it. They talk to each other, usually it is a one sided conversation I must admit, but it promotes bonding between my two boys. Everyone asks me about it where ever I go and when asked about the price I just tell them it beats the price of a second car, no gas cost, no insurance, and tune ups are virtually free! Ask me for a discount code!!!