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Sunday, November 13, 2022

Homemade Granola and Homemade Yogurt #ohyum #lorijeanfinnila

I just topped fresh fruit, pure vanilla and honey to this mixture. Oh Yum!

I used Martha Stewart's slow cooker granola recipe and swapped out coconut sugar for brown sugar and papitas (pumpkin seeds) for almonds. I added extra raisins too.

All I did for the yogurt was put 4 cups of 1% dairy milk into my instant pot and pressed yogurt a few times until it reached 'boil.' I left it on venting. Once it beeped I took out the pot and let it sit at room temperature for 25 min. Then I added 3 tablespoons of yogurt from the last batch or I use some from Chobani plain Greek yogurt (the small one) and after skinning of the thin layer that forms with a fork gently mixed it in stirritwith a spoon. 
(I always freeze the starter from the batches I make right after the yogurt has chilled overnight, and the leftover Chobani in 3 Tbsp increments of the leftover of that. The starter from the batches can get old. I've done it for 6 months once. The yogurt is not as good without Chobani I think and swapping out batch starter for a fresh Chobani starter I'd say monthly, or close enough thereto.)

Then I close the instant, not putting the vent into pressure cooker mode, and hit yogurt again this time until a time shows up. Then I set it to 12:00 hours. It will start counting up the minutes from there. Once finished take the pan out and cover with Saran wrap and put in fridge for at least 8 hours. Walla! Fresh yogurt. You can try to drain some of the whey of the top by gently spooning some out. It will keep the yogurt thicker. I have a yogurt strainer that will drain most of the liquid out if I need some Greek yogurt for a recipe. Best granola I've had so far. I eat it with yogurt before the gym!!!! Gives me strength in the pool. Vanilla and honey makes the yogurt sweet.

Tuesday, August 9, 2022

Martha Stewart Broccoli and Parmesan Cream Soup #yummy #easy #instantpot #lorijeanfinnilainthekitchen

I made this recipe in the instant pot even though it didn't state directions for it made like that in Martha's Pressure Cooker Book. I cooked it on low for 1 minute with a quick release. I added extra broth and no wine and it still came out really good. Very few ingredients, very simple, and the best I've tasted so far. Pg. 92.

 

Monday, June 13, 2022

"Healing Herbs Are Where It's At #brainfog #humdrum #blackhole #lorijeanfinnilainthekitchen #healingherbs #freshherbs

 

Image by congerdesign from Pixabay.
Image by congerdesign from Pixabay.


I just published Healing Herbs Are Where It’s At Nutrition is more of a key element that needs to be given credit to. https://link.medium.com/tixrAJBzPqb

Braised Chicken and Parsnips #marthastewart #onepot #healthymeals #freshherbs #lorijeanfinnilainthekitchen

This is the first time I've used a Dutch oven. I had been in fear of lifting a cast iron one. Stainless steel works great and it's lighter. I used the Tramontina 5 quart dutch oven and cut the recipe in half. The combination of fresh sage, parsnips, and leeks brought a heavenly feeling to my body. Apple cider vinegar is very healing too. I'm borrowing the "One Pot" by Martha from my local library. I'll be making more recipes from it and will be checking out her other books and recipes online. This is a German type recipe that I ordinarily wouldn't try. I'm glad I did. 

Sunday, June 5, 2022

Homemade Chicken and Dumplings #healingherbs #marthastewart #onepot #lorijeanfinnilainthekitchen #womenfightinginflammation #abusedwomen #blessedsunday

I found my herbs again! This is what I used when I started this nutritional healing journey. I got lost. Thanks to Martha, now I'm found again. Blessings.



Recipe in 'One Pot' cookbook by Martha at the library.

Wednesday, June 1, 2022

Indulgent Homemade Healthy Banana Pudding #healthydesserts #lorijeanfinnilainthekitchen #womenfightinginflammation #abusedwomen

I'm not a fan of coconut, in fact I hate it. I won't touch coconut flakes. This pudding is far from that flavor and is enriched with a fine banana flavor that leaves a delicacy of a dessert that brings me energy. The natural sweetness of coconut heals my wounded brain, for quite a while that day. Thanks Lisa! I used a homemade dairy maple syrup whipped cream that I made and stored some portions in the freezer in a freezer bag. 

Tuesday, May 31, 2022

Homemade Mango Frozen Yogurt #healthydesserts #lorijeanfinnilainthekitchen #womenfightinginflammation #abusedwomen

I was grateful I could make a healthy dessert after being tired from cooking for Memorial Day. The non simple carb snack brought pleasure to my taste buds and left my body more relaxed to function. Thanks Lisa at Downshiftology for the recipe.


Tuesday, May 24, 2022

Healthy Sesame Seed Oil Marinade #healthyseedoil #lorijeanfinnilainthekitchen #womenfightinginflammation #abusedwomen

I was surprised to see there was a healthy Seed oil. Not only is sesame seed oil healthy but it fights inflammation. I knew there had to be something to it where I trust Dani. 





I used fresh ginger where that's what I had in the house. Skipped the Srirracha, no thank you.... Was so happy I added rice wine vinegar and sesame oil to my pantry. It's so nice having a variety of flavors in the house and where I don't have to purchase so many meats and poultries or other because my taste buds are bored. I just found this out recently not even thinking about it.
Recipe

Healthy Refined Sugar Free Chocolate Cream Pie #healthydesserts #lorijeanfinnilainthekitchen #womenfightinginflammation #abusedwomen

This was better than Hometown Buffet desserts!!! Yum!!!

I used coconut sugar for all the sugar.
(I made my own graham crackers leaving out the glaze and only using coconut sugar which was an extreme amount of work.) 
Want to try this sometime on brownies powdering coconut sugar. I made some powdered coconut sugar for my son with some cinnamon rolls as the topping as part of his birthday food delivery. Haven't heard anything yet.

Tuesday, May 10, 2022

Italian Pasta Salads #healthyfood #lorijeanfinnilainthekitchen

I have this delicious salad packed and ready to go for the week. I froze 2 servings out of the half of a recipe I made. I chose to leave out the peppers and celery and added more vegetables. 

Thanks Clean and Delicious