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3 cups raw carrot rings, about 1/2” thick 1 small onion, cut into thin strips 1 fresh, whole jalapeño (optional) 2 tablespoons sea salt 1 tablespoon ground black pepper 2 bay leaves 1 tablespoon oregano 1/2 tablespoon marjoram 1/2 teaspoon MSG 2 teaspoons chicken bullion 2 cups water 1 cup white vinegar 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar Place the carrots (and the jalapeño, pricked with a fork, if using) in a saucepan, add the water, 1 tablespoon salt, black pepper, bay leaves, oreg

1 cup Plant Based Mayonnaise (I use Hellman's brand) if you would like to use 1/2 cup mayonnaise and 1/2 cup plant based "sour cream," also delicious. 1 tablespoon prepared horseradish 1-2 teaspoons of your favorite flavor substitute for Barbecue Sauce. Mine is Kinder's Woodfired Garlic Seasoning (I am unaffiliated), which does have smoked paprika and all of the alliums. Feel free to use whatever your favorite "Cowboy" seasoning blend is. A Birria seasoning blend would wor

1 4-7 pound fully cooked boneless spiral ham 1/2 cup brown or coconut sugar 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard 1/2 cup maple syrup Preheat the...

2 cups turkey broth 1 heaping tablespoon reserved bacon grease 1 heaping tablespoon flour of choice Drippings from a Roasted Whole Turkey...

12 oz. bag of cranberries 1 cup apple cider or 100% apple juice 1 cup real maple syrup 3 Tbs lemon zest Clean your cranberries, then...

1 lb Brussels sprouts, cleaned and halved 2-3 delicata squash, washed, seeded, and cut into bite-sized pieces 3 tablespoons olive oil 1...

3/4 cup pumpkin purée (about half of a 15oz can) 1 cup chicken or vegetable broth 3-4 tablespoons cooking water from your pasta 1/2 teaspoon onion powder 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder 1/2 teaspoon each thyme, marjoram, & rosemary, dried and crushed (or 1-2 teaspoons of Italian seasoning, if you prefer a more traditional “spaghetti sauce” vibe) 1/4 teaspoon black pepper Salt to taste (if needed) In a medium saucepan (I usually use the one I cooked the pasta in as the pasta sits i

4 or 5 steaks of choice 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar 1/4 cup olive oil 1/4 cup Dijon mustard Sea salt & ground black pepper Sprinkle steaks generously with sea salt and ground black pepper, both sides, and place in a low dish. Whisk marinade ingredients together and pour evenly over steaks. Cover and chill for at least 8 hours, bring steaks to room temp before cooking. If grilling, grill over medium-high heat until each steak temps 130°F (medium-rare) or above, usually 10-15 m

4-5 steaks (I prefer this marinade for pork or venison) 1/4 cup olive or avocado oil 1/4 cup apple juice or cider 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar 1-2 tablespoons of your favorite steak seasoning (I like Montreal Steak Seasoning, but allium free folks will want a blend of salt, pepper, rosemary, thyme, and marjoram) 1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce (optional) Place your steaks in a low dish, and coat both sides liberally with your steak seasoning. Whisk your oil, juice, vinegar,

1 cup Plant Based Mayonnaise (I use Hellmans) 1/3 cup dairy-free Parmesan shreds (any brand) 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 1-2 teaspoons Buffalo-style hot sauce (optional) 1-3 tablespoons oat milk Measure out your mayonnaise into a small bowl, I put it directly in my storage container. Add the Italian Seasoning, garlic powder, and hot sauce, and whisk to combine. In a food chopper or Magic Bullet Blender, or by running a knife through, chop your dair

Tartar Sauce: 3-4 tablespoons plant based mayonnaise (I use Hellmans, feel free to use your favorite brand) 1 teaspoon sweet pickle relish 1/4 teaspoon onion powder The English: 3-4 tablespoons plant based mayonnaise 1 teaspoon malt vinegar 1/4 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce Spice It Up: 3-4 tablespoons plant based mayonnaise 1 teaspoon Louisiana style hot sauce 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice Whisk all ingredients together in a small bowl. Serve immediately. Refrigerate any leftover

1 cup oat milk 1/2 cup dairy-free whipping cream (can substitute oat milk) 1/2 cup shredded cheese substitute, your choice of flavor 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour (wheat or gluten free) 2 tablespoons oil or fat of choice 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon onion powder 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder 1/4 teaspoon mustard powder Heat oil or fat in a small saucepan, add the flour and whisk to form a roux, I like to brown it for this recipe. Slowly add the oat milk while whisking to comb

1 15oz can of Cannellini/white kidney beans 3 tablespoons olive oil 2 tablespoons lemon juice 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon dill Drain and rinse the beans before placing them in a food processor bowl with the rest of the ingredients. Process until smooth, scraping down the side of the bowl at least once during processing. Chill for at least one hour before serving. Did you enjoy this recipe? Support yr very appreciative Auntie with a tip at ko-fi.com/yrauntie

Jennifer’s Italian Style Pickled Onions: One medium-sized red onion, thinly sliced 1 cup red wine vinegar (or enough to cover sliced onions) 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning Auntie’s Sweet Herb Pickled Onions: One medium-sized red onion, thinly sliced 1 cup raw apple cider vinegar (or enough to cover sliced onions) 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon each thyme, marjoram & rosemary Place all ingredients in a well-sealed container and give it a good shake to combine all t

1 15oz can of chickpeas 2 tablespoons tahini (roasted sesame paste) 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 tablespoons lemon juice 2 tablespoons water 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon ground black or white pepper 1/2 teaspoon cumin Drain chickpeas and add to your food processor bowl, then add the rest of the ingredients and process until smooth. Scrape the sides of the bowl at least once while processing. Chill for an hour before serving. Did you enjoy this recipe? Support yr very appreciat

1 cup yellow mustard 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar 1/2 cup real maple syrup 1 teaspoon Worcester Sauce 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper 1/2 teaspoon onion powder 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder Combine all ingredients in a small saucepan and bring to a boil over low heat, whisking constantly, until the sauce starts to thicken. Cool before serving. Did you enjoy this recipe? Support yr very appreciative Auntie with a tip at ko-fi.com/yrauntie

6 large peppers (bell, poblano, or the like) 6-8 large jalapenos 1 large white onion 1 bunch fresh cilantro (~2 cups) 1 Tablespoon sea salt Sterilize four 2 cup (pint) canning jars and four fermentation lids, by following the instructions from the National Center for Home Food Preservation . Wash, drain, and pick out any bad leaves from the cilantro. Rough chop the cilantro, you do not need to discard the stems. Add to your blender or food processor bowl. Wash, then remove th