Spring 6 Menu 3/20 - 4/05

Chicken and bone broth are simmered with activated brown rice and onions, then thickened with Coastal Hill pastured eggs and plenty of fresh lemon juice for this simple, sumptuous Greek classic. 

Ingredients: chicken meat* and bone broth,* Massa Organics brown rice,* onions,* pastured eggs, lemon juice* and zest,* Celtic sea salt, white pepper,* bay leaves*  (* = organic)

Recipe is gluten-free, dairy-free, nightshade-free and black pepper-free.

This recipe recreates one of the most popular stews eaten throughout West Africa. It features chicken braised with tomatoes, onions, carrots, cabbage and chiles. Our version is milder than what you would find in West Africa, but still has a bit of a kick! It can be eaten on its own, and is wonderful over rice. 

Ingredients: chicken,* chicken bone broth,* onions,* cabbage,* carrots,* crushed tomatoes,* tomato paste,* garlic,* scallions,* Celtic sea salt, paprika,* thyme,* celery salt,* curry powder,* black pepper,* habanero peppers,* bay leaves,* cayenne* (*=organic)

Recipe is gluten-free, dairy-free and GAPS Diet-friendly.

Inspired by traditional dishes of Eastern Europe, this soup features a housemade pork sausage seasoned with garlic and sweet smoked paprika, and enriched with a bit of liver. The sausage is roasted, then simmered in broth with fresh cabbage and a variety of mushrooms. Tomato paste adds depth, and the soup is finished with a sprinkling of parsley and a splash of housemade sauerkraut brine. We recommend serving with a dollop of yogurt and a spoonful of sauerkraut, as they do in Eastern Europe.

Ingredients: pastured ground pork, cabbage,* pastured pork trotter bone broth, onions,* mushrooms,* tomato paste,* dried shiitake,* portobello,* maitake,* and oyster* mushrooms, pureed beef and pork liver, sauerkraut brine (juice from green cabbage,* Celtic sea salt), parsley,* garlic,* porcini powder,* Celtic sea salt, smoked paprika,* marjoram,* red wine vinegar,* black pepper,* Allstar Applewood Smoked Salt, thyme,* bay leaves*  (* = organic) 

Recipe is gluten-free, dairy-free and GAPS Diet-friendly.

A dairy-free version of the Indian favorite, featuring our scrumptious, broth-based Coconut Tikka Masala Sauce. Broth-based sauces were integral to many traditional diets as a way to bring the digestive-supporting qualities of bone broth to meaty and starchy dishes. Ours starts with an infusion of fresh ginger in chicken broth, combined with freshly toasted and ground traditional spices, tomato and rich coconut milk. Then we simmer chicken meatballs with the sauce. Perfection! Lovely by itself, or over rice, quinoa, lentils or chickpeas, steamed sweet potatoes or sauteed spinach.

Ingredients: chicken meatballs (ground chicken,* onions,* pastured eggs,* pureed chicken liver,* garlic,* sprouted red lentil flour,* Celtic sea salt, black pepper*) and chicken bone broth,* onions,* coconut milk (guar gum-free),* tomato paste,* ginger,* garlic,* paprika,* coconut oil,* lemon juice,* cumin,* coconut flour,* Celtic sea salt, coriander,* cinnamon,* cardamom,* black pepper,* cayenne*  (* = organic)

Recipe is gluten-free, dairy-free and GAPS Diet-friendly.

In this week's "meaty pint," grassfed ground beef is sauteed with fresh mustard greens, ginger, garlic and mild spices, then finished with fresh cilantro and lime juice for a delicious and nutrient-rich main course. We temper in a bit of pureed beef liver for added nutrition. Perfect over rice or just by itself. 

Ingredients: grassfed ground beef,* mustard greens,* onions,* beef bone broth,* cilantro,* lime juice,* lemon juice,* garlic,* ginger,* olive oil, cumin,* Red Boat Fish Sauce (anchovies, sea salt), beef liver,* Celtic sea salt, coriander*  (* = organic)

Recipe is gluten-free, dairy-free, black pepper-free, nightshade-free and GAPS Diet-friendly (contains heated olive oil).

Grassfed ground beef is sauteed with onions, tomato paste, and herbs, then baked under a layer of mashed cauliflower. Folks on the GAPS diet and those avoiding carbs can enjoy this nutrient-dense variation on the classic Cottage Pie. 

Ingredients: grassfed ground beef,* cauliflower,* onions,* beef bone broth,* tomato paste,* butter,* parsley,* beef liver,* Celtic sea salt, thyme,* sage,* white pepper,* bay leaves*  (* = organic)

Recipe is gluten-free, black pepper-free and GAPS Diet-friendly.

COMES FROZEN THIS WEEK. GOLD MEDAL WINNER! -- BEST OF EAST BAY EXPRESS 2024 BEST LOCALLY MADE PRODUCT!  If you're "organ meat-curious" and looking to incorporate this superfood in your diet, this luscious spread is a great place to start! Chicken livers are high in iron and selenium, vitamin A and B vitamins, and the flavor is quite a bit milder than beef liver. In our Pâté, organic chicken livers from Pittman Farms are pan-seared, poached in Straus pasture-raised butter and puréed with caramelized onions, parsley, nutrient-dense Celtic sea salt, Dijon mustard (gluten-free), a few drops of brandy and a touch of spice for a rich, deeply satisfying and nourishing spread that is topped with a thin layer of butter to preserve freshness. One of our most popular dishes, it's perfect on one of our gluten-free breads or the irresitable Cult Crackers -- don't forget to use the butter layer! A forkful or two of our raw sauerkraut offers a bright balance of flavor and a probiotic boost for digestion. Serving hint: let it warm up a little at room temperature before serving.

Ingredients: chicken livers,* butter,* onions,* parsley,* chicken bone broth,* Celtic sea salt, brandy, gluten-free Dijon mustard* (non-grain distilled vinegar, mustard seed, salt, clove), thyme,* black pepper,* mace,* cloves*  (*=organic)

Recipe is gluten-free and contains butter.

Four 4 ounce patties. Our grassfed ground beef comes from Carman Ranch, the first Regenerative Certified meat producer in the country, and a collective of women-owned ranches in California and Oregon that practice holistic pasture management to support soil health, ecosystem diversity and carbon capture. And the meat is super-tasty! We blend in minced onions, herbs, sea salt and pepper, and enrich the meat with bit of pureed beef liver for a nutrient-dense patty. These hamburgers come raw, frozen and ready-to-cook.

Ingredients: grassfed ground beef, onions,* beef liver, parsley,* Celtic sea salt, thyme,* black pepper*  (* = organic)

Recipe is gluten-free, dairy-free, egg-free, grain-free, and GAPS Diet-friendly.

This frozen, ready-to-cook raw meatloaf is made with grassfed beef. Instead of breadcrumbs, we use lentils that have been soaked and pureed to create a classic meatloaf texture. We finely mince onions, carrots and celery, then enrich the loaf with a bit of liver, bind it with pastured eggs and season it lightly. This meatloaf will feed 2-3 people.

Ingredients: grassfed ground beef,* French green lentils,* onions,* carrots,* celery,* pastured eggs,* beef liver,* tomato paste,* parsley,* garlic,* thyme,* porcini mushroom powder,* mustard powder,* paprika,* Celtic sea salt, black pepper,* cayenne*  (* = organic)

Instructions: Remove the paper lid before baking. Preheat oven to 350º. If desired, spread meatloaf with a layer of ketchup. Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 35-40 minutes if defrosted, one hour or more if still frozen. Uncover for last 10-15 minutes. Pierce with a knife to test if juices run clear. Defrosted meatloaf can also be rolled into meatballs, then cooked.

Recipe is gluten-free, dairy-free and GAPS Diet-friendly.

This is a great option for those who want bone broth in their lives but are trying to eat little or no meat (you can always add your own, of course). Try it with rice, noodles, matzo balls or baby potatoes. Add greens or other seasonal vegetables to make a customized vegetable soup. It is a fantastic base for braising chicken legs or thighs. Whip up a simple dumpling recipe and you've got Chicken and Dumplings. Use as a base for Chicken Pot Pie or Turkey Pot Pie. If you come up with your own inspirations, let us know!

Ingredients: chicken bone broth,* celery,* onions,* leeks,* carrots,* parsley,* chicken fat,* thyme,* sage,* rosemary,* Celtic sea salt, bay leaves,* Allstar Organics celery salt*  (* = organic)

Recipe is gluten-free, dairy-free, black pepper-free, nightshade-free, and GAPS Diet-friendly.

For an earthy, satisfying vegan soup, we caramelize onions, sauté mushrooms, braise them in a housemade vegetable broth with California-grown French green lentils and kale, then finish it all with porcini mushroom powder and fresh herbs. Try it with a dollop of yogurt cream.

Ingredients: French green lentils,* vegetable broth (filtered water infused with onions,* carrots,* celery*), onions,* kale,* leeks,* crimini mushrooms,* dried porcini,* shiitake,* and oyster* mushrooms, olive oil, garlic,* parsley,* Celtic sea salt, thyme,* porcini powder,* apple cider vinegar* 

(* = organic)

Recipe is vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, black pepper-free, nightshade-free and GAPS Diet-friendly (contains heated olive oil). 

This lovely, dairy-free cauliflower puree is scented with fresh ginger and lemongrass, then blended with coconut milk for a nourishing soup that is finished with cilantro and fresh-squeezed lemon and lime juice.

Ingredients: cauliflower,* Native Forest coconut milk (guar gum-free),* onions,* lemongrass,* coconut oil,* cilantro,* ginger,* lemon juice,* lime juice,* Celtic sea salt  (* = organic)

Recipe is vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, nightshade-free, black pepper-free and GAPS and Paleo Diets-friendly. 

Escarole is one of the classic and deeply nourishing greens that is prized in Europe but sadly lacking in the American diet. Escarole's tender leaves have a hint of bitterness which is balanced in this dish by braising it in tomato broth with bay leaves for a rich and delicious "brodo." It is finished with grated Parmigiano Reggiano and black pepper. Add bone broth and re-season for a soup, or try serving it over polenta, rice, or pasta. Also great with Italian sausage or your favorite white fish.

Ingredients: escarole,* onions,* tomato puree and paste,* Parmigiano Reggiano,* olive oil, Celtic sea salt, garlic, black pepper,* bay leaves*  (*=organic)

Recipe is vegetarian, gluten-free, GAPS Diet-friendly, and contains Parmigiano Reggiano.

Old-fashioned deliciousness! Turnips and rutabagas, and celery root are steamed with garlic and pureed with roasted carrots and plenty of butter that has been infused with rosemary, sage, thyme, and bay. The puree is finished with fresh rosemary, sea salt, and black pepper for a classic side dish. It pairs perfectly with meatloaf, meat patties, or you could make a GAPS Shepherd's Pie by putting it over a ground beef filling and baking.

Ingredients: turnips,* rutabaga,* carrots,* celery root,* butter,* Celtic sea salt, black pepper,* garlic,* rosemary,* sage,* thyme,* bay leaves,* lemon juice* (for soaking celery root) (*=organic)

Recipe is vegetarian, gluten-free and GAPS Diet-friendly.

Red beets are steamed until tender, then tossed with blanched onions, dill, olive oil, Bernie's Best Raw Apple Cider Vinegar, and probiotic sauerkraut brine from our housemade krauts for a delicious condiment or an addition to a salad.

Ingredients: red beets,* onions,* apple cider vinegar,* sauerkraut brine (juice from green cabbage,* Celtic sea salt), olive oil, Celtic sea salt, black pepper,* dill*  (*=organic)

Recipe is vegan, gluten-free, nightshade-free and GAPS Diet-friendly.

Our version of the classic olive tapenade. We blend green olives, salt-pack anchovies, fresh parsley, capers, lemon, garlic, and lovely Seka Hills olive oil. Try it with Sierra Nevada chevre and Morell's bread.

Ingredients: green olives* (brined in sea salt and citric acid), olive oil, lemon juice,* parsley,* capers, garlic,* anchovies, Celtic sea salt  (* = organic)

Recipe is gluten-free, dairy-free, nightshade-free, black pepper-free and GAPS Diet-friendly.

Finally, a truly nutritious carrot cake that doesn't need to be smothered in frosting to be appealing! This lovely cake stands on its own, with just the right balance of density and fluff, sweet and nutty, with coconut oil and browned Straus butter, baked with fresh, naturally sweet local carrots. The sprouted spelt flour is more nutrient-dense and more digestible that ordinary wheat flour.

Ingredients: carrots,* sprouted spelt flour,* pastured eggs,* palm sugar,* butter,* coconut oil,* shredded coconut,* vanilla extract,* ginger,* cinnamon,* baking powder, baking soda, Celtic sea salt  (* = organic)

Recipe is vegetarian and contains gluten and dairy.

A Vitamin C-rich cold infusion of hibiscus and ginger is sweetened with raw unfiltered honey, and balanced with lime juice, vanilla extract and sea salt before being set with Great Lakes gelatin and topped with a layer of coconut cream gelatina.

Ingredients: Native Forest coconut milk (guar gum-free),* an infusion of hibiscus flowers* and ginger root* in filtered water, unfiltered California honey, grassfed beef gelatin, lime juice* & zest,* vanilla extract,* Celtic sea salt  (* = organic)

Recipe is gluten-free, dairy-free, and GAPS Diet-friendly.

This is the filling from the Cottage Pie, sold separately in a jar--perfect for those avoiding potatoes, dairy, or carbohydrates, or on GAPS. Grassfed beef is sauteed with onions, tomato paste, herbs and a bit of beef liver for this hearty beef dish that can be eaten on its own or used in other dishes. Combine with this week's Cauliflower Mash for a GAPS Diet-friendly Cottage Pie.

Ingredients: grassfed beef, onions,* tomato paste,* beef bone broth, beef liver, beef fat, parsley,* thyme,* sage,* Celtic sea salt, white pepper,* bay leaves*

Recipe is gluten-free, dairy-free and GAPS Diet-friendly.