Tuesday, May 15, 2012

Raw Mexican Fajitas

I found this Raw recipe on the blog Sweetly Raw {great blog for raw recipes!}. I have to say, this is a close rival to the cooked version, even my 13 year-old gobbled it up! I wasn't sure if I would be a fan of the raw cream cheese and cheddar sauce (since I love to eat the original versions) but I was pleasantly surprised!
I made everything the night before, letting the veggies marinate. The next day I was all set for quick and easy lunch.



Raw Veggie Fajitas
Let marinate for a few hours for the veggies to absorb the juices and soften.
I left over-night with perfect results. Serve in romaine lettuce leaves with homemade salsa and/or diced avocado.

2 large portobello mushrooms
3 bell peppers, sliced into strips
1 zucchini, sliced into sticks
1 sweet or red onion, thinly sliced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup nama shoyu or tamari
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 teaspoon cumin
1/8 - 1/4 teaspoon cayenne 
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
 
Sour Cream
3/4 cup raw cashews
3/4 cup young coconut pulp
1/2 cup water
1- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
1/4 - 1/2 teaspoon sea salt

Blend all ingredients until smooth and creamy in a high speed blender. 
Chill for a few hours.




Cheddar Sauce
1 large red bell pepper
2-3 tablespoons water
1 cup cashews
2 1/2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
1 tablespoon tahini (or sesame seeds)
2 teaspoon onion powder
1 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
1 large clove garlic
2 tablespoons lemon juice

Blend all ingredients until smooth and creamy. Chill.

Tuesday, May 1, 2012

Farm-to-Table Cooking Classes

HUDSON VALLEY Farm to Table Cooking Classes

(My Logo Design)


If you are visiting the Hudson Valley you don't want to miss the opportunity to join Chef, Cathy Vogt from A NATURAL CHEF, as she teaches you how to make amazing meals with the local harvest in season.

Each class will conclude with a meal around the table overlooking the farm.
The first classes will take place at Meadow View Farm, just a few miles from down-town New Paltz. The farm is serene with amazing views. They also have a farm stand with 
Picked-Daily Produce in Season
Grass-Fed & Finished Beef
Free Range Eggs
Farm Fresh Goat Cheese

And, they are in the process of renovating one of their barns into a Country Store. Their Country Store will include select items from around the Hudson Valley.

Check out A Natural Chef, or Meadow View Farm for details!!