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Rich Coconut, Peanut, Curry Chicken

Rich Coconut, Peanut, Curry Chicken

Author’s Note – This freezes well, does well in a Crock-Pot, serves four, and impresses every time.

Light-as-a-Feather Breakfast Muffins

Light-as-a-Feather Breakfast Muffins

These muffins are topped with a cinnamon-sugar mixture and shredded coconut.

Roasted Winter Squash Soup

Roasted Winter Squash Soup

Roasted Winter Squash Soup

Servings: 6

Ingredients:

Directions:

Seed and cut the squash and bake in 1/2 inch of water in a pan at 350 degrees for about 1 1/2 hours.

When the squash is done, sauté onion in coconut oil for a few minutes until caramelized. Add the rest of the ingredients and simmer together in a pot. Season with salt and cayenne, to taste. Blend mixture in blender until smooth and return to pot to warm before serving.

Recipe submitted by Kai, Lakeport, CA.

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Coconut, Almond Balls

Coconut, Almond Balls

These snack balls are made with coconut flakes, almonds, and Virgin Coconut Oil.

Slavka Festive Sweet Potatoes

Slavka Festive Sweet Potatoes

Author’s Note – Serve hot with a few chopped nuts sprinkled on top.

Amazing Coconut Pie

Amazing Coconut Pie

Amazing Coconut Pie

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups organic milk (can substitute rice milk)
  • 1/2 cup whole sugar ,use 3/4 cup if a sweeter pie is desired
  • 1/2 cup whole wheat pastry flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 4 eggs
  • 1/4 cup coconut oil
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 tsp almond extract
  • 1 cup dried coconut

Directions:

Combine milk, sugar, flour, baking powder, baking soda, eggs, oil, vanilla, and almond in blender. Blend on low for 3 minutes. Pour into a 9-inch pie plate that has been oiled with coconut oil. Let stand 5 minutes. Sprinkle with coconut. Using a spoon, lightly press on the coconut until it is moistened. Bake at 350 degrees for 40 minutes or until set.

Submitted by Carol, Colorado Springs, CO.

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Nourishing Chili

Nourishing Chili

Author’s Note – Garnish and serve with tortilla chips.

Coconut, Snickerdoodle Delights!

Coconut, Snickerdoodle Delights!

This cookie recipe makes six dozen cookies, so these would be great for a large gathering.

Coconut, Chicken, Curry Stir-Fry

Coconut, Chicken, Curry Stir-Fry

Coconut, Chicken, Curry Stir-Fry

Ingredients:

  • 3 tablespoons Coconut Cream Concentrate (or more)
  • 1 cup water
  • 1/4 cup plain yogurt
  • 5 stalks cilantro, or to taste
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons curry powder
  • 2 large cloves fresh garlic
  • chunk of fresh ginger, to taste
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons Himalayan Salt
  • 2 tablespoons coconut oil (plus 2 more for browning)
  • 1/4 cup dried coconut flakes
  • 1 pound cubed white meat (chicken or turkey)
  • 2 cups broccoli
  • 1 can sliced water chestnuts, drained

Directions:

In a food processor or blender, process the Coconut Cream Concentrate, water, yogurt, cilantro,
curry, garlic, ginger, salt, 2 tablespoons coconut oil, (optional) water chestnuts, and coconut flakes until smooth. Set aside.

In a hot pan, add oil and meat of your choice and brown. Add the broccoli and water chestnuts (if
not already used) along with the curry sauce to the meat and let simmer for 20–25 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Serve with rice or separately and enjoy!

Submitted by Michelle, Glen Allen, VA.

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Hot Cocoa

Hot Cocoa

Warm up on a chilly day with this easy, chocolate treat.