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Day #131 Arugula and Tomatoes pg. 92 entertaining in the raw

December 3, 2009

I just made the rest of the really delicious tacos with marinated arugula and tomatoes and sour cream for my lovely husband. I told him not to eat before he got home. He usually eats dinner late anyway, so he is a great guinea pig for me. It’s been a really long day so I will make this short.

My day was filled with studying, a meeting with Christian’s teachers, and helping him with a science project. He decided to see if McDonald’s, Burger King and Wendy’s hamburgers would mold. We read on the internet about a wellness educator and nutrition consultant Karen Hanrahan who purchased a McDonald’s hamburger 13 years ago and the burger still looked like a “fresh” burger. Christian watched Food Inc. the other day now I think it really has him thinking about what the food industry is doing to the food. I am excited for both of my kids that they are learning at such a young age about the truth.

We went to all 3 fast food restaurants and purchased burgers. It was such an odd feeling to purchase the burgers. My boys have NEVER bought a hamburger ever! So it was amusing to all of us. I used to eat McDonald’s when I was a small child. Scary I know. I don’t know what felt more strange, the fact that we were buying the burgers or that we are so different in the way we eat compared to many people (no judgement). I felt as if I was in a foreign land.

I will keep you posted on how that project is unfolds….

For the recipes I did it real quick:

Arugula Ingredients
arugula
olive oil
salt
pepper

Tossed arugula together with olive oil and used a dash of salt and dash of pepper. Put it in a bowl that was small enough for the dehydrator and it’s in there now waiting for Jason. The arugula will only be in there for 20 minutes.

Tomatoes Ingredients
pear tomatoes ( I could only find grape)
olive oil
salt
black pepper
julienned basil

I tossed tomatoes with olive oil, salt and pepper and they have been dehdrating for 2 1/2 hours.

Going to set them up…

The taco shells are filled with sour cream and pear tomatoes. Arugula is on top. Yummy!

“Your children will see what you’re all about by what you live rather than what you say.”-Wayne Dyer

Day #130 Sour Cream pg. 92 entertaining in the raw

December 2, 2009

What a beautiful day it has been. I started my day with my Bible reading. I cleaned up around the house, and headed off to Sebastian’s parent/teacher meeting. After that success, I went to the gym. I worked out back and abs and did some cardio. I love getting into shape:) After, I went to see my Jason at work. We had lunch together and studied for my test tonight. He is such a great tutor. I am so fortunate to have him help me. I decided that I would go to the lake and read and meditate. It was beautiful out there today, we are expecting a big storm so the wind was blowing the water and the trees were blowing. It was breathtaking to sit there between my favorite 3 trees and enjoy God’s power!

I decided to make the sour cream today and the rest of this meal tomorrow. I have made several sour creams and I like this one alot.

Sour Cream Ingredients

2 cups pine nuts, soaked 1-2 hours
1 cup water
1/2 cup olive oil
3 T fresh lemon juice
1 t salt

All ingredients went into the Vita-Mix. It was easy to whip up. I can’t wait to try this mexican meal. Ahh it will be divine:)

I am going to get ready for school, I need to study some more.

Do you not know that you are the temple of God and the Spirit of God dwells in you-1 Corinthians 3:16

Day #129 Chocolate Chili Tacos pg. 92 entertaining in the raw

December 1, 2009

Today is the day of the medicinal plant walk down near Brooksville at the Chinsegut Nature Center. Christian and D’Adjoa are going with me:) It should be a great day.

I decided to make this recipe before I went so I could be back in time to turn the tacos over. I seem to always miss the cut off and they get hard. That happens most of the time. I am always on the go, but I don’t think it sacrifices the taste.

This recipe is the first part of the marinated arugula, pear tomatoes and pignoli “sour cream”.

Taco Shell Ingredients
corn
red bell pepper
flax meal
water
fresh lime juice
chili powder
sea salt
cumin
cacao powder

All of the ingredients were blended in the Vita-Mix until smooth. I spread on the parchment paper into 5-6 inches and about 1/4 inch thick. They are dehydrating now at 118 degrees for 3-4 hours. Then I flip them and dehydrate 30 minutes more. They are supposed to be folded in half overnight. I will use my cut up dowel rods to keep the shape.

These are the pics before:

If you are seeking creative ideas, go out walking. Angels whisper to a man when he goes for a walk. ~Raymond Inmon