Potato Salad My Way!

*2lbs red potatoes scrubbed
*1 1/2 cup veganise or mayo
*3 Tblsp spicy mustard or dijon mustard
*1 1/2 tbsp horseradish
* 6 boiled eggs (optional- I try to make this recipe depending on the crowd I am serving and their needs)
*1 stalk celery cleaned and chopped
*1/2 green pepper, diced
*1/2 red pepper. diced
*5 scallions, cleaned and sliced
*soy bacon, cooked and chopped

Boiled potatoes in salted water until soft. Cool, chop, and set aside. Chop eggs. In large bowl mix potatoes, and all veggies. In separate bowl whisk the veganaise, horseradish and mustard. Salt and pepper to taste. Chill for at least 1 hour before serving!

Awesome Eggplant Recipe

 *one small eggplant
*12 ox fresh baby spinach
* half  an onion chopped
*14 oz can diced tomatoes
*3 cloves garlic
*1 tablespoon coconut oil
sea salt and pepper to taste

Peel and slice the eggplant. Layer eggplant on the plate with paper towels separating the layers. Place a heavy pot on top and leave for about 20 minutes. Place coconut oils and minced garlic in a skillet on simmer for about a minute. Add fresh spinach, eggplant, diced tomatoes, onions, and seasoning. Cover and simmer about 25 minutes or until eggplant is completely cooked.

Potatoes:
*1 bag baby new potatoes, cleaned and quartered.
*1/2 onion chopped
*1 1/2 TBSP McCormicks Montreal Steak Seasoning.
* vinegar

On stone baking sheet coat potatoes and onions with olive oil and McCormick's Montreal Steak seasoning. Pre warm oven to 400 for about half an hour to 45 minutes. Once browning on edges give a quick sprinkle of vinegar over potatoes not saturating.

SERVE!

Tip for your teeth

Ever have your teeth stained while drinking red wine?
 Place one drop on top of your tooth paste. Not only will your teeth be whiter, your breath will smell better, and you will have an over all fresh feeling in your mouth!

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Red Cabbage Jicama Slaw

*1 small to medium red cabbage, shredded
*2 cups shredded carrots
*1 medium jicama, peeled and shredded
*2 t.ablespoons sesame seeds, toasted

Dressing:
3/4 cups cold pressed olive oil
1/4 cup white wine vinegar
1/4 cup honey
1 drop of agave
1/2 tsp. sesame oil
pinch of sea salt

Combine all in blender or processor and blend well.

Combine together, pour dressing over slaw and mix well. Sprinkle with seeds and serve.

The Raindrop Technique

 I discovered the Raindrop Technique about 6 months ago. Shortly after moving to the area and MANY medical test I was diagnosed with scoliosis, 2 bulged discs, osteo- arthritis, and early on-set degenerative disc disease. I was in constant severe pain. I under went physical therapy for months. When that did not help they recommended me to a pain management doctor. I was positive I was not interested in what the pain management doctor would recommend. 

I met a woman who owns a local health business. She introduced me to the Raindrop Technique. I was very interested and soon went on to take classes on this for myself. Since that time I am completely pain free...how exciting! My family loves and benefits from this regularly.

 

Raindrop Technique

The raindrop technique involves the amazing power of essential oils, mixed with a variety of massage techniques including back massage, vita flex massage and heat application. The technique is designed to bring the body back into structural and electrical alignment. Often many types of spinal problems and misalignments are caused by toxins that lie dormant within the spine. The use of essential oils helps to dispose of these viruses within the spine, helping its structure return to normal. 
The raindrop technique can be used as a tool to provide a healthy balance to the body. Essential oils also stimulate the nerves and the re-growth of tissue. 
Just like how blood gives our body life, essential oils are the life of plants. They can have healing effects on the body, especially the ones that are specifically chosen for this technique. When applied to the body, the oils are absorbed into the skin and travel down through the dermis levels into the interstitial fluids. They are helpful in fighting bacteria and viruses that travel through the body. Essential oils have also been known to improve the immune system.
During the raindrop technique, the patient changes into their undergarments and lies on their stomach on a massage table. The oils are dropped onto the patient’s body from approximately six inches above the spine. This technique is used so that there is no interference by the therapist between the initial reaction of the oils energy and the patient’s energy. The process uses a total of seven essential oils and two blends of other therapeutic oils that are the choice of the patient. The essential oils used are Oregano (battles viruses), Thyme (anti-viral), Birch (bone repair), Basil (muscle relaxant), Peppermint (topical analgesic), Valor (for spinal alignment and muscle problems), and Marjoram (anti-spasmodic).
Once the oils are dropped onto the body, the therapist applies a massage technique called vita flex which enhances the benefits of the essential oils. This massage technique means “vitality through the reflexes,” and it involves a rolling and releasing motion of the fingertips to massage the reflex points of the body. Once this happens, the reflex points release an electrical charge through the body that travels along the nerve pathway until it meets a break in the path caused by damage or toxins. This massage technique is used on the feet and along the spine for nerve stimulation and to respond to the oils.
Afterwards, a hot compress, consisting of a warm towel and a heating pad, will be applied to the body which provides further assistance to releasing the benefits of the essential oils. The heat compress is left on the body for five to 20 minutes and then four of the oils used during the procedure are then applied along the inside of the legs. The legs are then also massaged using the vita flex technique. The entire process takes about 50 minutes to complete, and the oils will continue to benefit the body for up to a week after the procedure.
The raindrop technique can have many benefits since it is a detoxifying process. It helps rid of any toxins or bacteria that are deep within the body and provides a boost to the immune system. It is used to help realign the spine, reduces stress, and relieves back pain and tension. The technique is highly relaxing and it is recommended that you take the rest of the day off after the massage just to relax your body and slowly ease it back into the real world. Also, for people with sensitive skin the oils may cause some reddening or excessive warming of the skin, but this can be relieved quickly and the benefits of the raindrop technique will be well worth it.

Vegan Corn Chowder....nice kick to it!

*1 tblsp coconut oil (heated to liquid form)
*2 medium onion finely chopped
*1 red bell onion finely chopped
*1 cup carrots, peeled and chopped
*2 jalapeno peppers, seeded and sliced
*1 tsp dried rosemary
*1 tsp thyme
*dash of black pepper
*1 tsp sea salt
*3 cups veggie broth
*3 cups corn kernels
*1 large sweet potato, cleaned, peeled, cut into 1/2 inch chunckes
*1 bay leaf
*1/8 tsp cayenne pepper
*1/4 cup rice milk

In stock pot, saute onions, bell peppers, carrots, and jalapenos over medium heat for about 5-8 minutes.Add rosemary, thyme, salt & pepper.Saute for another minute or 2. Add broth, corn, sweet potatoes, bay leaf & cayenne pepper. Cover and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until the sweet potatoes are tender. About 20-25 minutes.  Remove the bay leaf. Puree 1/2 the chowder (I prefer the vitamix) Pour puree back into soup. Add rice milk and reheat pot for another 10 minutes and serve.

Horseradish Tater Balls...Love this appetizer!

*3 large baking  potatoes
*4 tblsp unsalted butter
*3 tsp. fresh ground horseradish
*1 tsp sea salt
*1/8 tsp. pepper
*1/8 tsp. paprika
*1/8 tsp. cayenne pepper
*6 slices of lime

 1. Bake potatoes and let cool off. Cut & scoop out warm potato centers. Mash the potatoes adding the butter, salt, pepper, and horseradish.

2. Divide the potato mixture into about 15 balls. Roll the balls into perfect circle until smooth in palms. Sprinkle the balls with the paprika and cayenne pepper. Sprinkle juice from 1 lime slice over balls. Garnish the plate with remaining lime slices.