If you haven’t already made bone broth a staple in your diet, you can start with this tasty chicken stock with miso. Use of chicken stock may help promote joint health and decrease inflammation. Miso is an ancient superfood you’ll want to indulge in often for its potential benefits in relieving fatigue, aiding digestion, lowering cholesterol and blood pressure, and preventing cancer.
Tip: Adding miso paste after heating helps retain its flavour and nutritional benefits. Do not boil.
Miso is a Japanese condiment produced by the fermentation of soybeans, and sometimes barley and rice with salt and culture. You’ll find it kept in the refrigerator section at your health food store.
Place organic chicken bones and carcasses in stockpot and cover with water. Add 2 Tbsp (30 mL) apple cider vinegar and cover with lid. Bring to a boil and reduce heat to low. Let stock simmer over low heat for 12 to 24 hours. Strain and refrigerate.
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In small saucepan, heat chicken stock until hot. Remove from heat and let sit for 1 to 2 minutes. Place miso paste in separate bowl and add 1/2 cup (125 mL) hot stock, stirring to combine. Add this miso paste to saucepan with the rest of the stock, and stir. Stir in mugs with diced tofu if you wish.
This vegan take on classic shepherd’s pie is jam-packed with bold and rich flavours that will ensure no one will miss the meat. While a great source of fibre, lentils also contain the highest amount of folate out of all plant-based foods. Oven ready If you don’t have an ovenproof skillet, you’ll need to transfer cooked lentil filling to a baking dish before topping with mashed sweet potatoes and baking.
Cauliflower has been having a moment lately, and this salad proves exactly why. Tender caramelized cauliflower is crowned in a glorious sweet and savoury crumble that will ensure it a place on your table all month long. Of all tree nuts, pecans have the highest concentration of flavonoids, which offer beneficial anti-inflammatory effects, and they also protect your cells from oxidative damage. Crumble perfection This crumble topping is too good not to use it on other preparations. Sprinkle over a carrot ribbon salad to add some extra pizzazz, use as a glorious garnish on a soup or stew, or consider generously spooning over your next vegetable “steak” to add some delicious textural variation.
This gloriously comforting dish gets its creamy lusciousness from a can of white beans. Feel free to use whatever vegetables you have on hand instead of broccoli. Pass the pasta Instead of regular pasta, consider serving this sauce over zucchini noodles, carrot noodles, or cooked spaghetti squash.
This nut-free take on classic queso dip is everything you want and more. Paired with chips, crackers, or crudités, this creamy, zesty, smoky, and oh-so-satisfying dip is easy enough to whip up for a cozy snack or as an appetizer for company. Go nuts! If you’re okay to eat nuts, try substituting sunflower seeds with 1 cup (250 mL) raw cashews.