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Enjoy Fresh Organic meals delivered to your door!
Meals include entree, side item desert and smoothie

Design a plan for you or the whole family by contacting:

My Green Chef
404.840.0216
mygreenchef@gmail.com

Green Chef directs the Raw Food School Class

January 25, 2009

The Food School Class - “Raw Food in the Country” hosted by Harris & Clark was a lot of fun. Thanks to all that attended.

Harris & Clark is the grocery and general store for the Serenbe community,
just South of Atlanta, Ga.
store hours are:
Thur & Fri - 11 to 7 pm
Sat - 9 to 7 pm
Sun - Noon to 6 pm
Phone: 770.463.6000

Get the Scoop

In the bulk bin section of the market, not only are the nuts, grains, and other dry items free of excessive packaging, they're also minimally processed (which also means less manipulated by fossil-fuel-consuming machines). With the freedom to scoop a little or a lot, you'll buy only what you need.

Plant an Heirloom Vegetable Garden

Heirloom seeds are non-hybrid traditional vegetables that have not been genetically modified. Web retailer heirloomseeds.com has more than 1,100 varieties.

Cauliflour Curry with Naan Bread

Ingredients

1. Cauliflower florets
2. Curry spices ( Coriander seed, mustard seed, cumin seed, cinnamon, turmeric )
3. One onion
4. One small green chili
5. A large chunk of ginger
6. Two cloves of garlic
7. One large tomato
8. A bunch of fresh coriander
9. Naan breads ( shop bought )

Instructions

1. Heat a frying pan and toast the spices until they are aromatic begin to pop.
2. Grind in a pestle and add the cinnamon and turmeric.
3. Finely chop the onion and fry in groundnut or vegetable oil until softened.
4. Finely chop the garlic chili and ginger and add to the pan, fry for a couple of minutes.
5. Add the spices and cook for a further few minutes, smell the aromas, mmm.
6. Finely chop the tomato and add to the mixture.
7. Cook for a further few minutes season and set aside.
8. Steam the cauliflower and peas and add to the pan stirring through.
9. Garnish with lots of fresh coriander and serve with naan breads.

Notes

British root vegetables and Indian curry spices = gastronomic synergy!

Stuffed Mushrooms

Ingredients

A large flat field mushroom.
Stuffing: mushroom stalk, breadcrumbs, fresh parsley, smoked cherry tomatoes, chilli infused olive oil.
Salad: rocket, green peppers dressed with lemon olive oil.

Instructions

Remove the stalk from the mushroom and fill with the finely chopped stuffing mixture.
Cook in the oven at 275C for about 10 minutes.

Notes

Oak smoked cherry tomatoes are a vegan secret weapon. Roasted in the oven they taste similar to smoky bacon - honest. You can buy them in many farmer’s markets . If you can’t get smoked cherry toamtoes you could use sunblush or roasted tomatos

Raw foodism (or rawism)

Raw foodism (or rawism) is a lifestyle promoting the consumption of un-cooked, un-processed, and often organic foods as a large percentage of the diet. If 60-100% of a person's total food consumption is raw food, he/she is considered a raw foodist or living foodist.^[1][2] Raw foodists typically believe that the greater the percentage of raw food in the diet, the greater the health benefits. Raw foodism or a raw food diet is usually equated with raw veganism in which only raw plant foods are eaten,^[3] but other raw foodists emphasize raw meat and other raw animal products.^[4] Depending on the type of lifestyle and results desired, raw food diets may include a selectıon of raw fruits, vegetables, nuts, seeds (including sprouted whole grains such as gaba rice), eggs, fish (such as sashimi), meat (such as carpaccio), and non-pasteurized/non-homogenized dairy products (such as raw milk, raw cheese and raw yogurt). Raw foodists can be divided between those that advocate raw vegetarianism or raw veganism, those that advocate a raw omnivorous diet, and those that advocate a diet of only raw animal foods (carnivorous).

10 Good Reasons To Go Organic

Organic products meet stringent standards Organic certification is the public’s assurance that products have been grown and handled according to strict procedures without persistent toxic chemical inputs. Organic food tastes great! It’s common sense – well-balanced soils produce strong, healthy plants that become nourishing food for people and animals. Organic production reduces health risks Many EPA-approved pesticides were registered long before extensive research linked these chemicals to cancer and other diseases. Organic agriculture is one way to prevent any more of these chemicals from getting into the air, earth and water that sustain us. Organic farms respect our water resources The elimination of polluting chemicals and nitrogen leaching, done in combination with soil building, protects and conserves water resources. Organic farmers build healthy soil Soil is the foundation of the food chain. The primary focus of organic farming is to use practices that build healthy soils. Organic farmers work in harmony with nature Organic agricultural respects the balance demanded of a healthy ecosystem: wildlife is encouraged by including forage crops in rotation and by retaining fence rows, wetlands, and other natural areas. Organic producers are leaders in innovative research Organic farmers have led the way, largely at their own expense, with innovative on-farm research aimed at reducing pesticide use and minimizing agriculture’s impact on the environment. Organic producers strive to preserve diversity The loss of a large variety of species (biodiversity) is one of the most pressing environmental concerns. The good news is that many organic farmers and gardeners have been collecting and preserving seeds, and growing unusual varieties for decades. Organic farming helps keep rural communities healthy USDA reported that in 1997, half of U.S. farm production came from only 2% of farms. Organic agriculture can be a lifeline for small farms because it offers an alternative market where sellers can command fair prices for crops. Organic abundance – Foods and non-foods alike! Now every food category has an organic alternative. And non-food agricultural products are being grown organically – even cotton, which most experts felt could not be grown this way. Organic Trade Association www.ota.com

NEWS

Definition of "Organics" in the U.S.
Effective 21 October 2002, all agricultural farms and products claiming to be organic must be guaranteed by a USDA-approved independent agency to be meeting the following guidelines:

• Abstain from the application of prohibited materials (including synthetic fertilizers, pesticides, and sewage sludge) for 3 years prior to certification and then continually throughout their organic license.
• Prohibit the use of genetically modified organisms and irradiation.
• Employ positive soil building, conservation, manure management and crop rotation practices.
• Provide outdoor access and pasture for livestock.
• Refrain from antibiotic and hormone use in animals.
• Sustain animals on 100% organic feed.
• Avoid contamination during the processing of organic products.
• Keep records of all operations.

Organic products grown in healthier soil contain higher levels of nutrients, and many taste better than their conventional counterparts. Organic fruits and vegetables test at minimal or zero pesticide residue levels and, with the passage of the USDA organic standards, consumers can now be assured producers follow earth-friendly cultivation and grazing practices. Millions of people choose organic foods as a way of showing their support for responsible business, strong communities, and local farmers. (click here for supporting documentation)

Springt Time

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Ingredients:

• Spring roll wrappers
• 1/2 cup bean sprouts
• 1/3 head of green cabbage, chopped
• 5 green onions, chopped
• 1 cup thin noodles, pre-cooked (use rice, Chinese or bean thread noodles)
• 1/4 cup fresh herbs (use cilantro, basil or mint, your choice)
• 1/4 cup carrots, grated or julienned
• 1 tbsp lime juice
• 1 tbsp soy sauce
• 1/2 tsp fresh ginger, grated (optional)

Preparation:

Toss together all ingredients together except wrappers in large bowl. Submerge wrappers in hot water until pliable, about 15 seconds. Place about 2 tablespoons of mix on wrapper and wrap your spring rolls. Serve with dipping sauce and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts: One spring roll provides approximately: Calories: 81, Calories from Fat: 5
Total Fat: 0.6g, 1%
Cholesterol: 0mg, 0%
Sodium: 192mg, 8%
Total Carbohydrates: 16.1g, 5%
Dietary Fiber: 1.3g, 5%
Protein: 3.3g
Vitamin A 10%, Vitamin C 22%, Calcium 3%, Iron 6%, Based on a 2000 calorie diet