Winter Breakfast Recipes (balancing the cold and dry season)

Stewed Apples


2 apples peeled, cored and sliced
4-5 dried apricots, soaked in hot water for 20 minutes
4 dates, preferably medjool, pitted and cut in half
2 cups water
1 Tbs. maple syrup

1 Tbs. grated ginger

1/4 tsp. ground cardamom

1/4 tsp. ground cinnamon

Put all ingredients in a saucepan and bring to boil. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover and simmer for 5 minutes.
 With a ladle, transfer about a third of the contents, including the liquid, to a blender or food processor and blend into a puree. Return the puree to the pan and serve warm.



Spiced Oatmeal

1/3 cup almonds (preferably soaked overnight)
1&1/2 cups of water

1/2 cup rolled oats
1 Tbs. raisins
1/8 tsp. ground cardamom

1/8 tsp. allspice powder
1/8 tsp.ground ginger
1/2 banana

1 Tbs. maple syrup

Boil the water and stir in the oats and spices. Simmer for 7-9 minutes, stirring occasionally. If using quick oats, simmer and stir for 3-4 minutes. Stir in maple syrup and add banana and almonds.


Sprouted Wheat Bread (Manna or Essense Bread)


Purchase Manna bread at your health food store and enjoy with ghee or almond butter. For a sweetener use honey (preferably local and raw) and sprinkle a dash of cinnamon on top.

Click Here to learn how to make your own Manna bread