Cold weather necessitates making some hearty, warming chili!!! We have been loving the celeraic so much I thought I would attempt a different twist – well according to the kiddos it turned out to be SENSATIONAL!!! (I have to agree with them π
[recipe title=”Ch-ch-chili, Celeraic Style” servings=”3-4″ time=”1 1/2 – 2 hrs” difficulty=”easy” image=”” description=”Hearty, satisfying heart warming chili!”]
There is nothing like a warm breakfast that is filled with scrumptious flavors!!!
[recipe title=”Super Easy Flourless Banana Pancakes” servings=”1-2″ time=”15-20 min” difficulty=”easy” image=”” description=”Super yummy grain-free, flourless banana pancakes”] [recipe-notes] Credit: The Functional PerspectiveWe really enjoyed the Celeriac Creamy (or Not) soup that I made last week and decided to try our hand at another celeriac combination! So, I looked in our refrigerator to see what I could throw together and thus I present:
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[recipe title=”Celeriac Surprise Soup” servings=”4-6″ time=”2hr 30mins” difficulty=”easy” image=” description=”Tasty combination of celeriac, leeks, asparagus and mushrooms.”]
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β 1 Celeriac Root
β 10-12 stalks of Asparagus
β 1 small Leek
β 5 ounces Shiitake Mushrooms
β 1 tsp salt (I use Himalayan or Real Salt)
β 1 TB Coconut Oil or Grass-fed Butter
β 1 TB of Olive Oil
β 6 cups Water
– Optional: 1-2 cups homemade beef or chicken broth (I used some beef broth, a little over a cup)
β Optional garnishes: Spoonful of Chilled Coconut Milk, Roasted Pumpkin Seeds, Parsley or other Herbs
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1. Rinse, peel and chop Celeriac
2. Melt oils, on medium heat, in large stock pot and add Celeriac
3. While Celeriac is sauteing rinse and chop Leek, Asparagus and mushrooms.Β Occasionally stirring Celeriac.
4. Add Leeks, Asparagus and Mushrooms.Β Saute and stir about 3-4 minutes.
5. Add water and bring to a boil. Then cover and turn down to a low boil/simmer for about 2 hours
6. After almost two hours add optional broth and simmer another 10 minutes
7. Garnish with spoonful of coconut milk, parsley, pumpkin seeds or other favorite garnishes!
8. TIPS β I will often add a cup or two of beef or chicken broth during the remaining 10 min β especially the broth that is saved from a roast.
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Yet one more delicious item from my Azure Standard order… We have two cases and my darling husband came up with this recipe!
[recipe title=”‘Pearfectly’ Steamed Cinnamon Pears” servings=”2″ time=”10-15 min” difficulty=”easy” image=”” description=”‘Pearfect’ blend of cinnamon with delectable pears.”] [recipe-notes] Credit: The Functional PerspectiveToday was a very busy day!Β Which is one of the reasons I love this dish so much.Β It is super easy, no prep needed and provides us a way to get in those much needed omega-3s!
[recipe title=”Easy Peasy Skillet Salmon w/Lemon & Butter Sauce” servings=”4″ time=”approx 20 min” difficulty=”easy” image=”” description=”Savory Salmon with just the right amount of zesty lemon.”] [recipe-notes] Credit: The Functional PerspectiveIf you saw my post yesterday we made a fabulous leek dish which proved to be a hit with the family! I had a few more leeks and decided to see what I could come up with in the soup department… So with a few modifications I present Leek & Spinach Stew
[recipe title=”Scrumptious Leek & Spinach Stew” servings=”3″ time=”approx 1 hour” difficulty=”easy” image=”” description=”Flavor packed soup that warms the tummy and satisfies the taste buds.”] [recipe-notes] Credit: The Functional PerspectiveThis week has been filled with a variety of foods.Β Leeks were one more of the exciting foods which arrived in my recent AzureStandard order.Β And, once again, my search for a recipe began.Β I came across this one at The Tasting Table which fit the bill for something unique to make.Β As usual I made a few changes and the results were delicious!
[recipe title=”Leek & Spinach Egg Bake” servings=”3″ time=”approx 1 hour” difficulty=”easy” image=”” description=”A tasty combination of fall flavors.”] [recipe-notes] Credit: The Functional PerspectiveThis week I got my AzureStandard order which included celeriac.Β This is the first time I have ever had this vegetable and wasn’t quite sure what to do with it.Β My search on pinterest led me to this recipe at JamieOliver.com. I tweaked and made some modifications because, well… I like to do things my way LOL!
The result was a soup with so much flavor I am not sure how to describe it other than I couldn’t stop eating the first bowl when I went to take pictures!Β The original recipe calls for blending the soup to make a creamy soup, which I tried(it was fabulous) but it looks sooooo delicious as is that I just had to taste it – well its just as amazing.Β It’s a toss up and can really go either way!Β So here goes:
[recipe title=”Robust Creamy(or not) Celeriac Soup” servings=”3-4″ time=”2hr” difficulty=”easy” image=”” description=”Rich, robust flavorful soup that has your taste buds asking for more!”] [recipe-notes] Credit: The Functional PerspectiveInteresting how this totally fits today’s daily prompt “OR“
A simple dessert was in order for today… Fortunately it is quick easy and only 3 ingredients needed!
[recipe title=”Banana ‘No-Bread’ Ice-Cream” servings=”1″ time=”2 min” difficulty=”easy” image=”” description=”A super fast, easy, peasy dessert!”] [recipe-notes] Credit: The Functional PerspectiveFor some reason I have been craving soup lately and the one I made today was absolutely delicious!Β SO here is my attempt to post a “real” recipe.Β Hope you enjoy!
[recipe title=”Fantastic Fall Kale & Veggie Soup” servings=”4-6″ time=”2hr 30mins” difficulty=”easy” image=”” description=”A flavorful comforting soup for those brisk fall days.”] [recipe-notes] Credit: The Functional Perspective