Plum and Ginger Crisp

Servings: 8
Preparation Time: 45 minutes

Ingredients:

• 1 cup almond flour
• 1/2 cup unsweetened, flaked coconut
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• pinch of salt
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 5 tablespoons Virgin Coconut Oil, warmed to liquid
• 1/2 cup chopped pecans
• 2 1/2 pounds red plums (about 8 medium plums), pitted and sliced
• 2 tablespoons heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 3 tablespoons chopped, crystallized ginger

Directions:

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Grease an 6 x 10-inch baking pan to coat (you can use an 8 x 8, if you prefer).

In a small mixing bowl, stir together the almond flour, flaked coconut, cinnamon, salt, and honey. Stir in the melted coconut oil until incorporated, then stir in the pecans.

Spread the sliced plums in the prepared baking dish, and drizzle with the cream and vanilla. Sprinkle the chopped, crystallized ginger evenly over the top, then spoon the topping over the plums.

Bake for 35 minutes or until the plums are bubbly and the topping is lightly browned. Serve warm with softly whipped cream, if desired.

Recipe and photo submitted by Angela, Longmont, CO.

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This is a nourishing and delicious, tropical treat, perfect for chasing away the winter blues and giving you plenty of energy to follow through on those New Year’s goals! 😉

Caramelized, Tropical Peach Smoothie

Servings: 2–3
Preparation Time: 5 minutes

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cups coconut milk*, plain kefir or grass-fed milk
• 4 soy-free egg** yolks (optional, but adds lots of sustaining nutrition and energy) – See Note below.
• 1 tablespoon Virgin Coconut Oil, melted
• 2 tablespoons coconut flakes
• 1 tablespoon whole sugar (+/- to taste – this is what gives the delicious, caramelized flavor)
• 3/4 cup frozen peaches
• 1/2 cup frozen pineapple
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• dash salt

**This recipe contains raw or undercooked eggs. Please make a substitution if you have concerns about consuming raw eggs.

Directions:

Blend all ingredients thoroughly until smooth. If desired, stir in a small amount more whole sugar to each serving for a delicious caramel crunch. Enjoy! 🙂

*For the freshest coconut milk, make homemade coconut milk. (See video at this link.)

Recipe and photo submitted by Lydia, Salem, VA.

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I think right about now we could all use something with a bit more nutritional value than a cookie…this yummy and nourishing powerhouse is perfect for breakfast or a pick-me-up that will have you back on track and going strong for hours.

Post-Holiday Power Smoothie

Servings: 2–3
Preparation Time: 5 minutes

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cups grass-fed milk, plain kefir or coconut milk*
• 1–2 tablespoons Virgin Coconut Oil, melted
• 4 soy-free egg** yolks (optional, but add lots of great nutrition and healthy fat for long lasting energy) – See Note below.
• 1/4 cup rolled oats
• 1 tablespoon green food powder
• 1 teaspoon vanilla
• 1 tablespoon raw honey
• dash salt
• 1 banana, fresh or frozen
• 2 cup frozen strawberries or any frozen fruit of your choice

**Note – This recipe contains raw or undercooked eggs. Please make a substitution if you have concerns about consuming raw eggs.

Directions:

Blend all but the fruit until mixed. Add fruit, blend until smooth, and enjoy. To your health! 🙂

*For the freshest coconut milk, make homemade coconut milk. (See video at this link.)

Recipe and photo submitted by Lydia, Salem, VA.

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