• Last updated 11/19/12 by JenniO11

  Thanks to Mothering sponsor Bob's Red Mill for sharing this recipe!   Enjoy this holiday season with a super tasty and healthy pumpkin muffin recipe using Bob's Red Mill 10 Grain Hot Cereal and Organic Whole Wheat Flour. These muffins are high in fiber, lactose free and low calorie.   WHOLE GRAIN PUMPKIN MUFFINS 2 ripe ripe Bananas 2 Eggs 15 oz can Pumpkin 1/2 cup all-natural Applesauce 1/2 cup Honey 1/2 cup EVAPORATED CANE JUICE 2 cups ORGANIC WHOLE WHEAT FLOUR (can sub 1 cup Organic Unbleached... read more

• Last updated 9/21/10 by Mothering Editorial

I don’t like calling this "baby cereal" because this cereal is for everyone. Adults and older children can dress it up with bananas, date sugar, toasted nuts, sliced apples, milk, maple syrup, blueberries, or whatever. The grains were chosen because they are the least allergenic and the easiest to digest. Try to find organic varieties if possible. Choose one: 1 cup short-grain brown rice 1 cup millet 1 cup quinoa 1 cup sweet brown rice Toast grain Place grains in a fine strainer; rinse and drain. Oven toasting: Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Spread grains on a cookie... read more

• Last updated 10/23/12 by emilyfrischmann

If you’ve seen any of my previous recipes, you might have noticed I’m a big fan of stir-frys. Anything that has great flavor and doesn’t take hours in the kitchen but is nourishing for my family gets an “A” in my book. This budget friendly stir-fry is a favorite of my husband. It combines the salty flavors of sausage with the sweet flavors of red onions and apples. It cooks in under 20 minutes and is a great meal for busy nights. Prep Time: 5 minutes     Cooking Time: 20 minutes     Serves: 4-6 Ingredients: 1 pound ground sausage... read more

• Last updated 10/22/09 by Mothering Editorial

By Cathe Olson This is one of my family’s very favorite dinners. Try it with other beans too.Filling:1 tablespoon olive oil1 onion, diced2 cloves garlic, minced2 carrots, diced2 cups cabbage, broccoli, or kale, finely chopped1/2 cup water, vegetable stock, or lentil cooking water2 cups cooked lentils1 cup peas (fresh or frozen)1 cup corn (fresh or frozen)1 tablespoon soy sauceCrust::4 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed1/3 to 1/2 cup milk (dairy or nondairy)1 tablespoon miso2 tablespoons minced fresh parsleyPaprikaPreheat oven to 400ºF. Heat oil in large skillet over... read more

• Last updated 6/21/09 by Mothering Editorial

This is great topped with some red onions and a big handful of sprouts!2 tablespoons butter or oil1 chopped onion2 garlic cloves, minced1 fresh jalapeno, minced*or 1 tablespoon canned diced green chilies, or more to taste* (optional)1 red bell pepper, diced2 diced celery stalks, with leaves2 diced zucchini1 sweet potato, diced1 t ground cumin1 t dried oregano6 cups vegetable stock (or water)1/2 cup quinoa, rinsed & drained (I like the red quinoa best, it makes it look pretty!)freshly ground black pepper, to tastea dash of cayenne pepper *optional1/2 cup peanut butter, no... read more

• Last updated 10/18/12 by Melanie Mayo

You’ve got to love Mayim Bialik’s passion for speaking up about what she believes in. Whether she’s setting the record straight regarding attachment parenting or responding to one of the largest beef recalls in history, she does it in style. Check out her recent campaign for PETA in response to the E. coli found in large amounts of Canadian beef distributed across the US. What do you think? Does the beef recall make you want to go vegan or vegetarian? About Melanie Mayo-Laakso is the Content Manager for... read more

• Last updated 6/27/11 by Cynthia Mosher

Gluten is a protein that is found in many grains including wheat,kamut, barley, spelt, and triticale.  There are also many food additives that contain gluten.  Wheat free does not mean something is gluten free.   Casein is a protein found in any type of bovine milk, including goat's milk.  So cheese, yogurt, milk, cream, milk chocolate, creamed soup, whey, etc are full of casein.  Do not confuse something that is lactose free with something that is casein free.  Lactose can be removed from some dairy products, but the casein can be left behind.  Dairy free does... read more

• Last updated 10/17/11 by Mothering Editorial

When Native Americans grew corn, they planted beans at the base of the stalks, which served as bean poles; in the ground between the stalks they grew squash. The three sisters—corn, beans, squash—lived harmoniously. This is a satisfying, flavorful dish to prepare when the winter squash and corn are ready for harvest.1 cup dried pinto or kidney beans, soaked*3 cups water2 cloves garlic2 teaspoons dried oregano1 teaspoon cumin seeds1/2 teaspoon cinnamon1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil or ghee (clarified butter)1 medium onion, chopped1 1/2 teaspoons sea salt2-3 cloves... read more

• Last updated 2/16/11 by Mothering Editorial

There are few things more evocative of cool weather than the smell of maple syrup and pancakes. Try this apple variation to make some warm memories.3 eggs 1/2 cup milk 1/2 cup all-purpose flour 1 tablespoon granulated sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla 2 tablespoons butter 3 medium apples, peeled, cored, and sliced 1/4 cup brown sugar Powdered sugar for dusting Maple syrup Combine the eggs, milk, flour, granulated sugar, and vanilla in a blender. Blend until smooth, and set aside. Melt the butter in a nonstick skillet that can later be placed in the oven. Then add the sliced... read more

• Last updated 11/27/12 by Cynthia Lair

By Cynthia Lair     (Breathless in Seattle) Open your mind to a better breakfast.  Sweet breakfasts don't suit everybody.  Many of us prefer a savory start to the day.  With cooked brown rice on hand preparation is only few minutes.  This dish works as a one-dish lunch or dinner too. Printable recipe?  Click here.       About Cynthia Lair   Currently I am an assistant professor for Bastyr University's School of Nutrition and Exercise Science (faculty member since 1994) and the Culinary Curriculum Director for their new Culinary Arts degree... read more