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  • Morning Sunrise Orange & Beet Juice

    By: Just Minnie This was inspired by First Watch. Produce 1/2 Lemon, squeeze Condiments 1/2 tbsp Honey Baking & Spices 1/2 tsp. Turmeric Powder 1/2 tsp. Ginger, Ground Drinks/Liquids 1/3 cup Beet Juice 1 cup 1/2 Orange Juice Frozen A couple of ice cubes Preparation In a large jar or measuring cup, whisk together orange juice, turmeric powder, ground ginger, honey, and juice from half of the lemon. Evenly pour orange juice mixture into two glasses over ice. Using a spoon, gently layer Beet juice on top of the orange juice mixture. Serve and Enjoy! – Just Minnie

  • Cabbage Soup with Rice

    By:Just Minnie Cook Time 35 minutes Serving Family of 4 INGREDIENTS 4 cups long-grain rice, Uncle Bens 3 tablespoons olive oil 1 large sweet yellow onion, sliced 5 large carrots, sliced into rounds pieces 4 large celery ribs, diced 2 large green peppers, sliced 1 large red bell peppers, sliced 1 medium cabbage, chopped a pinch of salt and pepper to taste 1/2 teaspoon chili powder, add if needed 2 cans Hunt’s Diced Tomatoes, undrained  1 can Hunt’s Tomato Paste  6 cups low sodium vegetable broth  * *Badia Seasoning as needed for taste ** add sausage or and shrimp, your preference   INSTRUCTIONS: Prepare rice according to the directions on the package and set aside. Heat 3 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat in a large soup pot or…

  • AVO-CAN-DO

    By: Just Minnie Let’s talk about avocados and their benefits. The avocado keeps joints supple, helps lower blood pressure, helps improve fertility, and much more. The avocado has the distinction of being the fruit with the highest fat content. The avocado also contains monounsaturated oils ( the good fat) which lower blood pressure and can also help to lubricate your joints. The avocado’s benefits don’t just stop with your health but it is also a good hair mask, the avocado’s fatty oils can help strengthen and add a shine to your hair as well. You could puree an avocado to create a hair mask or you could possibly use avocado oil. What Is…

  • Baby Bok Choy Stir Fry

    By: Just Minnie Prep time: 10 minutesCook time:10 minutesYield: Serves 4-6 as a side Ingredients: Produce                                                                                           1 lb Baby bok choy – Cut root ball off and discard, rinse thoroughly and tear into smaller pieces. 1 Yellow bell pepper, large – Sliced 1 Green bell pepper, large – Sliced 1 Red bell pepper, large – Sliced 1 Sweet yellow onion, large – Sliced 1 Garlic clove, chopped Extra virgin olive oil Dry Goods Badia Complete Seasoning Directions Heat a tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil in a large sauté pan on high heat. Add the sliced yellow, green, red, peppers, and chopped sweet yellow onion, and cook, stirring occasionally, until lightly…

  • Kiss My Asparagus

    By: Just Minnie Asparagus, officially known as asparagus officinalis is a member of the lily family. It has been valued for years for its unique flavor, rich texture, and medicinal qualities. Asparagus has detoxifying properties and contains antioxidants that strengthen the heart and blood vessels. In Chinese medicine, it is to be suggested that people with respiratory illnesses, and ease menstrual problems. Asparagus is a good source of nutrients including: -Vitamin A – Vitamin C – Vitamin E – Vitamin K – Fiber – Folate What Is It Good For? Supports The Gut – (better overall digestive tract function) – Asparagus contains insulin, a prebiotic that encourages healthy gut flora. Also has mild…