Sausage and Pepper Skillet

Try making this Sausage and Pepper Skillet for your next lunch option! Sausage offers an extensive list of benefits for your health, as it is a source of protein, maintains strong bones, and improves skin complexion. Peppers are rich in vitamins A, C, and K. They boost immune function and promote cardiovascular health. Onions support digestive health, reduce the risk of heart disease, and help to lower cholesterol. Serve this gluten-free skillet with a crisp green salad and enjoy!

Ingredients:

• 1 red bell pepper

• 1 yellow bell pepper

• 1 green bell pepper

• 1 large onion

• 16 ounces of gluten-free sweet Italian sausage

• 1 clove of garlic, diced

• 3 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil

• ½ teaspoon of thyme

• ½ cup of white wine

Instructions:

1) If sausage is fully cooked, sear all sides of your sausage in a large skillet for about 8 minutes. If sausage is raw, boil sausage for 20 minutes before searing in skillet. After searing, set sausage aside.

2) Slice peppers and onions. In a large skillet, add oil.

3) Cook peppers over medium heat for about 5 minutes. Stir occasionally. After 5 minutes, add onion, thyme and garlic to the skillet. Continue cooking for another 5 minutes. Then, transfer peppers and onions to a plate.

4) Add wine over medium heat to the skillet. Stir for a minute.

5) Return peppers and onions to the skillet. Stir to coat with wine sauce. Cook for 3 more minutes.

6) Plate your skillet and enjoy!

Veggie Ketchup

Try making this Veggie Ketchup for your next healthy condiment option! Onions help prevent cancer, lower blood pressure levels, regulate the immune system, and build strong bones. Tomatoes serve as a powerhouse of antioxidants. Due to their rich source of Vitamin C, tomatoes help brighten skin, prevent the development of infections, and promote the production of collagen. In addition to improving blood sugar levels, apple cider vinegar serves as an excellent source of antioxidants and natural probiotics. Dip your potato wedges and favorite protein in this healthy veggie ketchup and enjoy!

Ingredients:

• ½ onion, chopped

• 1 garlic clove, chopped

• ½ cup plus 2 tbsp tomato paste

• ¼ cup maple syrup

• ⅓ cup apple cider vinegar

• ⅓ cup water

• 1 tsp sea salt

Instructions:

1) Use a food processor to puree the onion and garlic. Make sure they are fully pureed and smooth.

2) In a saucepan, combine the tomato paste, maple syrup, apple cider vinegar, water, pureed onion/garlic, and sea salt. Heat over medium heat and stir well. Bring to a boil and mix until smooth.

3) Once at a boil, reduce the heat to low and simmer for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

4) When the sauce begins to thicken, remove from heat and allow to cool at room temperature.

5) Once the sauce has cooled off, transfer to a mason jar and store in the fridge for up to one month.

Dairy-Free Cream of Mushroom Soup

Try making this Dairy-Free Cream of Mushroom Soup for your next healthy lunch or dinner option! Mushrooms are rich in antioxidants, a great source of zinc, and help lower blood pressure levels. Onions combat inflammation, maintain healthy blood sugar levels, and promote healthy bones. Thyme offers a long list of health benefits such as improving skin health, fighting off infections, reducing the risk of cancer, and improving mood levels. Cook this soup on a chilly fall day and enjoy! 

Ingredients:

• 2 tbsp olive oil

• 1 onion, diced

• 1 lb mushrooms, sliced

• 2 garlic cloves, minced

• 1 tsp sea salt

• 1 tsp black pepper

• 1 tsp white wine vinegar

• ½ tsp thyme

• 4 cups almond milk

• 4 tbsp non-GMO cornstarch

Instructions:

1) Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan over low-medium heat.

2) Toss in the onion and mushrooms and cook until tender (about 10 minutes).

3) Add in the garlic, sea salt, black pepper, white wine vinegar, and thyme. Cook for about 1 minute and stir well.

4) In a separate bowl, mix the almond milk and cornstarch. Transfer to the saucepan and mix in well.

5) Transfer contents of saucepan to a high-speed blender and blend well. Pour mixture back into saucepan and bring to a boil. Cook until thickened (about 4-5 minutes). Enjoy!

Gluten-Free Pizza Crust

Try making this Gluten-Free Pizza Crust for your next homemade pizza option! Millet serves as an excellent source of fiber, protein, antioxidants, and magnesium. Tapioca starch is naturally gluten-free, great for heart health, and aids in digestion. Coconut oil helps boost energy levels, promotes healthy skin and hair, and benefits oral health. Maple syrup is an excellent alternative to traditional table sugar and is rich in various minerals. Make your favorite pizza with this healthy crust and enjoy!

Ingredients:

• 1 cup millet flour

• ⅔ cup tapioca starch

• 1 tsp xanthan gum

• 1 tsp baking powder

• ¼ tsp onion powder

• ¾ tsp sea salt

• 1 cup warm almond or coconut milk

• 4 tbsp coconut oil, melted

• 1 tbsp maple syrup

• 1 ½ tsp active dry yeast

Instructions:

1) In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, starch, xanthan gum, baking powder, onion powder, and sea salt.

2) In a medium-sized bowl, combine the warm milk, 2 tbsp of coconut oil, maple syrup, and yeast. Add half of the flour mixture to this mixture and mix well. Allow the mixture to sit for about 15-20 minutes, or until some bubbles form on the surface.

3) Take the wet mixture and pour into the large mixing bowl containing the rest of the flour mixture. Mix with a hand or stand mixer for about 4-5 minutes. The mixture should begin to thicken and become a bit sticky.

4) Cover the bowl with a kitchen towel and allow it to sit for 30 minutes. While that is sitting, line a 12-inch round pizza pan with parchment paper.

5) Drizzle the remaining coconut oil onto the center of the parchment paper and transfer the ball of dough onto the oil. Use a rolling pin to roll out the dough.

6) Preheat the oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit. Bake dough in the oven for about 10-12 minutes.

7) Remove from the oven and top with your favorite pizza toppings. Bake for an additional 15 minutes or until the crust is lightly brown.