One summer my garden produced more cucumbers than could ever be eaten! In a desperate attempt to find ways to use every last one of them I stumbled across a recipe for making refrigerator pickles. It sounded simple enough so I gave it a shot. Fifty jars (yes.. 50 jars) of pickles later I had the recipe memorized! That summer I shared pickles with everyone I knew and saved enough jars in the refrigerator for the entire winter. These are the simply the best pickles, however, they come with a warning – once you try one you won’t ever be able to eat store bought pickles again!
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Creamy Healthy Homemade Hummus
Blend together a few simple whole food ingredients like garbanzo beans, olive oil, garlic, tahini, and lemon juice to create the best Creamy Healthy Homemade Hummus ever! This homemade hummus recipe beats any store bought kind out there. Whether you are eating a Mediterranean Diet or just looking for a way to add more protein and fiber to your daily intake, this recipe is for you. It’s delicious, filling, easy to make, and packed full of health benefits.
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Protein Packed Chocolate Chip Cookies
These protein packed chocolate chip cookies are full of protein, gluten-free, egg free, and contain a surprise ingredient… Garbanzo Beans. Yep, that’s right! The beneficial fiber and protein from the beans, coupled with the protein in the peanut butter, antioxidants in the dark chocolate chips, and sweetness from the maple syrup make these the perfect post workout cookie or afternoon snack. What are you waiting for??? Make a batch today!
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Simply Great Garbanzo Beans
Cooking dried garbanzo beans (aka chickpeas) couldn’t be easier. Ready to eat in under an hour when using the Instant Pot and no soaking required. Use these cooked simply great garbanzo beans to create some of the best homemade hummus, plant-based burgers, and even cookies! Yes, chocolate chip cookies – who knew? I can’t wait to share the recipe with you but lets start by preparing the beans. This has to be the simplest recipe ever!
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Strawberry Picking Tips
It’s strawberry picking season and the berries this year have been amazing. So much so that I have already been to the strawberry fields twice! There is nothing like the flavor of a fresh berry that has literally just been picked from the ground. I am by no means a strawberry picking expert. However, I do have a few picking tips that may be helpful to you before you go.
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Sweet Heat Mango Salsa
We could all use a little more color on our plate and this Sweet Heat Mango Salsa can help. The sweetness of the mango compliments the spicy cayenne pepper creating the perfect balance of sweet heat. Serve this salsa with organic tortilla chips for a simple appetizer or afternoon snack. It also pairs great with sweet potatoes, black beans, and brown rice. Oh, and don’t let the heat stop you from making this salsa. All the ingredients can be adjusted to your liking.
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