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yields 12 servings
yields 3–4 logs
meatless mains Freezes well. pepper. Add the oil and water. Let stand for 30 minutes. 2. Form 3–4 logs and wrap in parchment paper. Drop into boiling cholent. 1. In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and Pinch of salt ½ cup sugar 1 cup ground almonds 2 tablespoons oil nut mixture to coat. Serve warm. almonds, sugar, and pinch of salt. Roll the shlishkes in the dough is used. and remo

yields 8 servings
SWEET CORN PASTA KUGEL
Protein Alternatives Corn pasta is a gluten-free pasta made out of ground corn. It can be found next
to other pastas and rice on grocery shelves. Since this pasta has no gluten, it can
fall apart more readily than wheat pasta, so be careful to avoid overcooking. This
eat-Free Monday has become quite popular, but if undigested meat can remain in the intestines and become kugel is sweet enough and delicious enough to also serve as a dessert!
Myou’ve been raised on meat, chicken, fish, and dairy, putrefied, which leads to a toxic buildup, and often chronic
you may think you’ll wither away if you don’t get enough ailments of the joints and heart set in. Meat also has high 3 cups water TOPPING
protein. In fact, too much protein has been associated with renal acid levels, which the body neutralizes by leeching ½ teaspoon sea salt 3 tablespoons butter, melted
a number of diseases: it can raise blood cholesterol levels, calcium from the bones. 4 ounces wide corn noodles ½ cup gluten-free rolled oats
cause a decline in kidney function, and increase the risk of For these reasons, the number of people who are mov- 2 tablespoons butter ½ cup shredded coconut
calcium loss, which can lead to osteoporosis. ing to plant-based diets are growing. The advantages of a 2 eggs 2 tablespoons honey, molasses,
Protein has to be broken down into amino acids to vegetarian diet are numerous: vegetables reduce the risk 1 cup milk or brown sugar
½ cup plain yogurt ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
be beneficial, and high-protein foods require a massive of heart disease and stroke, prevent hypertension, and pro-
amount of energy to be broken down. To overcome the mote a healthy body weight. It also improves glycemic lev- ¼ cup raisins (see recipe note)
problem, your body must work overtime struggling to di- els and provides a more absorbable form of iron. ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
gest proteins, which in turn puts added pressure on the Many foods provide good protein alternatives. Beans ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
immune system. In addition to this, and grains have a high-protein content. In fact, hands ½ cup honey
down they take the first place against meat, chicken, milk
products, and eggs. Grain substitutes, such as quinoa, rice, 1. Preheat the oven to 350˚ F.
amaranth, and millet are low in fat and a great source of 2. Bring the water and salt to a boil. Add the pasta and cook for 1 minute. Turn off the heat and let stand for 5 minutes.
fiber and minerals. Drain and rinse with cold water immediately.
It’s important to combine beans and grains, since this 22 3. Melt the butter in an 8x8-inch baking dish. Combine the melted butter with the eggs, milk, yogurt, raisins, vanilla,
21 combination will form a complete protein needed for body cinnamon, and honey. Stir in the noodles and flatten the batter with the back of a spoon.
building. Therefore, when using whole wheat flour (a grain), 4. In a small bowl, combine the topping ingredients. Pour into a baking dish and bake for 10 minutes.
add soy flour (a bean). To brown rice (a grain), add lentils or 5. Spread the topping over the kugel. Bake for an additional 30 minutes. Serve as a side dish or dessert.
split peas (beans).
Nuts and seeds are also wonderful sources of protein.
Not only are they powerhouses of stored nutrients and RECIPE NOTE The raisins can be substituted with chopped apples or
energy, but they allow us to expand our “living foods diet” crushed pineapple.
(raw foods that remain connected to their source of life
since they continue growing; the nutrients keep on mul-
tiplying right up to the moment they are eaten) by pro-
viding a wonderful complement to fresh raw vegetables
and sprout salads. With nuts and seeds, you can make ev-
erything from burgers, loaves, and creamy sauces to pie

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