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Homemade Organic Southwestern Cream Cheese Sandwich/Wrap Filling

Here’s What You’ll Need:

  • 1 pkg. [8 oz.] organic cream cheese
  • 1 tsp. organic 100% lime juice
  • 1 tsp. Real Salt
  • 1/2 tsp. organic smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp. organic ground cumin
  • 1/4 tsp. organic tomato powder (?)
  • 1/4 tsp. organic roasted garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp. organic ground turmeric (optional)
  • 1/4 tsp. freshly ground organic peppercorn blend
  • 2 organic garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 Tbsp. finely chopped organic fresh cilantro
  • 1/3 cup shredded organic carrot
  • 1/4 cup sliced organic green onion
  • 1 Tbsp. finely minced organic sun-dried tomatoes

Here’s How I do it:

  1. Whip the cream cheese and lime juice with an electric mixer until fluffy.
  2. Add the salt, smoked paprika, cumin, tomato powder (if using), roasted garlic powder, turmeric, and pepper, then mix until well blended.
  3. Gently fold in the minced garlic, fresh cilantro, shredded carrot, sliced green onion, and sun-dried tomatoes.
  4. This spread is ready to use in wraps, sandwiches or dips.
  5. Enjoy!

Homemade Organic Ground Pork Taco Meat

I have greatly adapted the recipe from John D Lee.

Here’s What You’ll Need:

Here’s How I do it:

  1. Pour 1/4 cup unchlorinated and unfluoridated water into a deep saucepan with lid; Add the frozen pork mix and simmer for 15 minutes over medium heat, covered.  Uncover; break up the frozen chunks into smaller pieces, add the onion and minced garlic, then cover again to simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
  2. Add the stock and jalapeno brine to the skillet and stir to mix well.
  3. Pour in the seasonings and mix until well combined.
  4. Over medium heat, uncovered, simmer until most of the liquid is evaporated and the meat mixture thickens.
  5. Enjoy!

Homemade Organic Tuna Helper Tuna Creamy Parmesan

Here’s What You’ll Need:

Here’s How I do it:

  1. If using Homemade Organic Freezer Ground Meat Mix:  Pour 1/4 cup water and butter into a deep saucepan with lid; Add the frozen meat mix, carrots and onions (if using).  Simmer for 15 minutes over medium heat, covered.  Uncover; break up the frozen chunks into smaller pieces.  Add the garlic (if using); Cover and simmer for an additional 5 minutes.  Proceed with step 3.
  2. To a large frying pan with lid, add the butter, onions, carrots and garlic, then saute until the onions are clear; Add the cooked, flaked fish (if using).
  3. Add the flour to the skillet; Stir until well combined.
  4. Pour in the fish stock, water, buttermilk and peas (if using).
  5. Stir in the salt, pepper and parsley flakes; Stir until well blended.
  6. Add the fusilli pasta to the skillet and mix well.
  7. Cover and bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce to a simmer; Cook for 16-22 minutes or until the pasta is al dente.
  8. Stir in the Parmigiano Reggiano cheese until melted and well combined.
  9. Enjoy!

Homemade Organic Garlic and Herb Tomato Sauce

Here’s What You’ll Need:

  • 4 Tbsp. organic extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 large organic yellow onion, chopped [1 cup]
  • 1 medium organic carrot, chopped [1/2 cup] (optional)
  • 1 [24 oz.] jar organic crushed tomatoes [2-1/2 cups]
  • 2-1/2 cups unchlorinated and unfluoridated water
  • 3 fresh organic basil leaves, finely chopped; OR 1 tsp. organic dried basil
  • 1 tsp finely chopped fresh oregano; OR 1/2 tsp. organic dried oregano
  • 1 Tbsp. Homemade Organic Roasted Garlic Paste; OR Homemade Organic Garlic Puree; OR 3-4 organic garlic cloves, peeled and finely chopped.
  • 2 tsp. Real Salt
  • 1 tsp. organic cane sugar (optional; use if not adding carrots)
  • 1/2 tsp. freshly ground organic peppercorn blend

Here’s How I do it:

  1. In a medium saucepan over medium-high heat, warm the olive oil until bubbly.
  2. Add the onion, carrot and garlic to the oil and saute for 1 minute.
  3. Add the salt, sugar, basil, and oregano to the vegetable mixture; Stir well and cook for an additional minute.
  4. Add the crushed tomatoes and water to the saucepan; Stir until well blended.
  5. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce to a simmer; Simmer for 45 to 60 minutes.
  6. Remove from heat and pour into a half-gallon Mason jar.
  7. Blend this sauce with an immersion blender to thicken.
  8. This makes 4-5 cups of sauce and this recipe can be doubled or quadrupled without issues (puree in batches and/or use larger jars, if necessary).
  9. Enjoy!

 

Homemade Organic Linguine with Blue Cheese Sauce

Here’s What You’ll Need:

  • 1/2 lb. dry organic linguine
  • 1/4 cup [1/2 stick] organic pasture butter
  • 4-5 organic green onions, sliced [1/2 cup sliced]
  • 2-3 organic garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/2 cup Homemade Organic Chicken Stock
  • 2 oz. [2 Tbsp.] organic blue cheese, crumbled
  • 4 oz. organic cream cheese
  • 1 tsp. Real Salt
  • 1/4 tsp. freshly ground organic peppercorn blend

Here’s How I do it:

  1. In a large stockpot, bring a gallon of water to a boil; Add a pinch of salt and the noodles and cook until al dente, approximately
  2. In a medium saucepan, heat the butter until warm and bubbly.
  3. Saute the olives (if using), onion and garlic for 1 minute, then add the chicken stock, salt, and pepper.
  4. Stir in the stock, sour cream, and blue cheese crumbles until well blended; Cook until thickened.
  5. Enjoy!

Homemade Organic Marinated Mozzarella, Tomato and Basil Salad

I have slightly adapted this recipe from Serious Eats.

Here’s What You’ll Need:

  • 1/4 cup organic extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/4 cup freshly chopped organic basil
  • 1 pound organic mozzarella, cubed; OR organic ciliegine mozzarella (cherry-size mozzarella balls)
  • 1 tsp. Real Salt
  • 1/4 tsp. freshly ground organic peppercorn blend
  • 1 pint [2 cups] organic cherry or grape tomatoes
  • 2 Tbsp. organic balsamic vinegar 
  • 2 Tbsp. organic red wine vinegar

Here’s How I do it:

  1. Combine the oil, basil, salt and pepper in a bowl.
  2. Add the mozzarella, then cover and let marinate for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
  3. Add tomatoes and vinegar to the mozzarella; Toss to combine.
  4. Season to taste with more salt and pepper if desired.
  5. Serve immediately.
  6. Enjoy!

Homemade Organic Jalapeno Honey Citrus Dressing

Here’s What You’ll Need:

  • 1/4 cup organic first-cold pressed olive oil
  • 1/4 cup Homemade Organic Pickled Jalapeno brine
  • 1 Tbsp. organic (100%) lime juice
  • 1 Tbsp. organic (100%) lemon juice
  • 1/4 tsp. Real Salt
  • 1/8 tsp. freshly-ground organic peppercorn blend
  • 2 tsp. organic dried cilantro
  • 2 tsp. raw organic orange blossom honey

Here’s How I do it:

  1. Place all ingredients into a pint-sized Mason jar.
  2. Shake until completely blended.
  3. This yields approximately 1/2 cup of dressing.
  4. Enjoy!

Homemade Organic Hot Dog Chili Sauce

I have slightly adapted the recipe from Hilah Cooking.

Here’s What You’ll Need:

  • 3 Tbsp.organic pasture butter; OR grass-fed beef tallow
  • 1 medium organic yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 2-3 organic garlic cloves, finely chopped
  • 1-2 whole Homemade Organic Pickled Jalapenos, finely chopped  [1/3 cup]
  • 1 lb. grass-fed ground beef
  • 12 oz. organic porter beer; OR 1-1/2 cups Homemade Organic Beef Stock
  • 2 tsp. Real Salt
  • 2 tsp. organic red chili pepper powder
  • 1 tsp. organic ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp. freshly ground organic peppercorn blend
  • 1/2 tsp. dry organic yellow mustard
  • 2 Tbsp. organic Worcestershire sauce (Annie’s is great)
  • 2 Tbsp. organic jarred tomato paste
  • 1 Tbsp. organic apple cider vinegar; OR Homemade Organic Pickled Jalapeno brine (optional)

Here’s How I do it:

  1. Heat butter in a large stockpot over medium-high heat until warm and bubbly.
  2. Add onion and saute for about 1 minute; Stir in the jalapeno and garlic and saute for 30 seconds more.
  3. Lay the unwrapped chunk of ground beef on top of the onion mixture.
  4. Pour in the beer or stock, then add salt, red chili pepper powder, cumin, pepper, dry yellow mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and tomato paste.
  5. Break up the ground beef into chunks.
  6. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for 1 hour.
  7. Season to taste with salt and pepper, if necessary, and add vinegar if the sauce needs a little zip.
  8. This makes approximately 1 quart of sauce.
  9. Enjoy!

Homemade Organic Pasta Puttanesca

Here’s What You’ll Need:

  • 1/2 lb. dry organic spaghetti
  • 2 tsp. Real Salt (plus a pinch for the spaghetti)
  • 2 Tbsp. organic olive oil
  • 1 organic garlic clove, minced
  • 1 medium organic tomato, diced
  • 1/2 cup pureed Homemade Organic Olive Tomato Sauce
  • 1/4 cup sliced organic Kalamata olives
  • 1/4 cup sliced organic green olives stuffed with garlic
  • 1/4 cup sliced organic peperoncini (optional)
  • 4-6 wild caught anchovy filets, chopped
  • 2 tsp. organic capers
  • 1/2 tsp. freshly ground organic peppercorn blend
  • 1/2 tsp. organic red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1/4 cup chopped organic fresh parsley; OR 2 Tbsp. organic dried parsley flakes

Here’s How I do it:

  1. In a large stock pot, bring 4 quarts of water to a boil with a pinch of salt; Add pasta and cook for 8-10 minutes, or until al dente.
  2. In a large skillet, cook the olive oil over medium heat until warm and bubbly; Add the minced garlic and saute for 30 seconds.
  3. Add the tomatoes, olives, anchovies, capers, peperoncini (if using), red pepper flakes (if using), and black pepper.
  4. Bring the mixture to a boil, reduce heat to medium low and cook, uncovered, for 5-6 minutes, or until slightly thickened, stirring occasionally.
  5. Spoon sauce over spaghetti and toss to coat; Sprinkle with parsley.
  6. Enjoy!

Homemade Organic Better-Than-Velveeta Classic American Casseroles Loaded Mashed Potato

Here’s What You’ll Need:

Ground Beef Mixture:

Mashed Potatoes:

  • 8 to 10 small organic potatoes
  • 1/2 cup grass-fed organic whole milk (optional; use 1/2 cup unchlorinated and unfluoridated water instead)
  • 1 tsp. Real Salt
  • 3 Tbsp. organic pasture butter
  • 1/4 tsp. freshly ground organic peppercorn blend

Cheese Sauce:

  • 2 Tbsp. organic pasture butter
  • 2 Tbsp. organic unbleached white flour
  • 1 cup grass-fed organic whole milk
  • 1 cup organic cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 tsp. Real Salt
  • 1/2 tsp. organic paprika
  • 1/2 tsp. organic ground turmeric

Topping:

Here’s How I do it:

  1. Preheat the oven to 350° Fahrenheit.
  2. Grease a 2 quart casserole dish with additional pasture butter.
  3. In a deep frying pan, cook the bacon until crisp, then chop into small bits and set aside; Reserve 1 tablespoon grease in pan (reserve the rest for future use) and add 2 tablespoons of flour to the grease and stir until well combined.
  4. Make Mashed Potatoes:  In a large stockpot, bring a half-gallon of water to a boil.  Meanwhile, scrub and cube potatoes (peel if desired).  Add the cubed potatoes to the boiling water and cook for 20 minutes, or until fork tender.  Remove from boiling water, add milk, butter, salt and pepper until well blended.
  5. Make Ground Beef Mixture:   
    1. If using Homemade Organic Freezer Meat Mix:  Pour 1/2 cup unchlorinated and unfluoridated water into the pan used to fry the bacon; Add the frozen mix, and onions.  Simmer for 15 minutes over medium heat, covered.  Uncover; break up the frozen chunks into smaller pieces.  Cover and simmer for an additional 5 minutes. (proceed to step c)
    2. If using grass-fed organic ground beef: Put the beef in the same frying pan used to crisp the bacon, add the onions.  Cook over medium heat until the meat is browned and the onions are translucent.  (proceed to step c)
    3. Add the beef stock, vegetable stock, salt, pepper and sour cream to the meat mixture; Cook until thickened and bubbly, set aside.
  6. Make Cheese Sauce:  Melt 2 tablespoons butter in a small saucepan over medium heat, then add the flour, stirring until thick and smooth.  Pour in the milk, salt, pepper, paprika and turmeric, whisking until well combined.  Cook the mixture until it thickens, then add the cheese and stir until blended.  Keep on the back burner on low heat until needed.
  7. To Assemble Casserole: Pour the meat mixture into the prepared baking dish.  Top with the prepared mashed potatoes, spreading to coat evenly.  Top with the warmed cheese sauce.  Sprinkle the top with bacon pieces and chives.
  8. Bake at 350° Fahrenheit for 20- 25 minutes or until heated through; The casserole should be bubbly at the sides.
  9. Enjoy!