Monday, April 11, 2016

Winter was Spring & Spring is Winter

This is what I woke up to Saturday Morning.  But this isn't the first snow we have seen in the last few weeks!  Today it's raining but we might see some more snow over the next few days.  Not that much, really, but let's face it...it's SPRING!  Why isn't Spring acting like Spring?  Probably because Winter didn't act like Winter, either.  Oh well.  I've been thinking of doing a cleanse or detox of sorts and have been thinking of how to go about it.  I think FIRST what I might do is omit breads and pastas as I have been using it as a crutch lately and feel those are the two items that have added a few unwanted pounds.  I'm not going to go overboard, here, I really just want to shred 5 pounds...10 at the very most.  I seem to feel better at that weight.
I think I will try and NOT consume pasta or bread (unless it's sprouted bread like Ezekiel because I have a half loaf left).  I've also been thinking about doing soups, salads, for dinners and nearly Raw Til 4 up until then.  That may be a real challenge for me some days, however. More on that in the coming days.

In the meantime - here's something I made last night - it's a twist on Da(h)l.  Actually it started off as a Da(h)l and then I added Chickpeas and a handful of Cashews, too!  Mostly because I under estimated the amount of red lentils I had on hand prior to cooking.  So I guess this would qualify as an EATING FROM YOUR PANTRY Meal.  I sampled some last night when it was finished and it turned out good!  It will be my dinner this evening, too!

Recipe for Cashew Chickpea Da(h)l:

1 C uncooked Red Lentils
1 C Chickpeas
1 Handful Cashews
2 T Garlic Grapeseed Oil (Wildtree Brand)
1 Small Sweet Onion
1 t Ginger Powder
3 Cloves Garlic, Minced
2 t Curry Powder
1 t Turmeric
1 Can Coconut Milk
Dried Cilantro (or Basil) to Taste
Black Himalayan Sea Salt to Taste
Nutmeg to Taste

12 comments:

  1. Oh man, I feel for you! It is the worst seeing snow in spring! I soooooooo don't miss those days. Your dal looks delicious, really creamy. You might want to watch some of High Carb Hannah's videos on the potato cleanse. I really think I lost a few pounds. I actually think I might do it again soon just to help speed things along. Winter comfort pounds that is!

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    1. I will probably check out those videos on her channel tonight :) Thanks for the reminder!

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  2. So sorry about the snow, the weather has been so strange! The dal looks perfect, yum!

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    1. We are supposed to get warmer weather later this week :) YAY!

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  3. Sounds super delicious! I love dal and have only tried making it once before - this looks like a great way to make it again =)

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    1. Let me know if you do make it again! I'd love to see it!

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  4. I'm on a cleanse. I do them several times yearly and usually drink juice only a few days each month. I've found that my body seems to enjoy this immensely. Yesterday, I ate some raw chips and guacamole but the remainder of the day I drank juice... remembering to chew.

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    1. Everything you mentioned sounds wonderful! I need to do that and soon!

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  5. I use to always to a "cleanse" ever time seasons changed. It was a nice food reset to stop eating so many snack and goodies. I pretty much spend a week eating smoothies, raw soups, and salads. It was nice, but my jobs changed and made it a little bit more difficult to do.

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    1. Yup! That is what I am facing at the moment, too! Being on the road I can do salads but not many soups are vegan around here while eating out. I need to invest in a good thermos I think :)

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  6. I always have cashews and chickpeas in my kitchen so I am ready to rock this Cashew Chickpea Da(h)l! I can't wait to try this delicious recipe.I'm so glad you shared it on the Plant-Based Potluck Party Link Up. I'm pinning and sharing.

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    1. I think I need to make another one, soon! I have both ready to go in my cupboard!

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