Processing Nuts

In order to make nuts more easily digested, and to be more sure of the quality of your nut, Sally Fallon Morell, among others, recommends that nuts are soaked and lightly roasted or dehydrated before eating. Although it takes time, it is a very simple process that in reality only takes a few minutes over a couple days. It is best to start with a raw, organic nut for the best results. Nuts are expensive so they are best to buy in bulk, when at all possible.

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Smorgasbord Bruncheon

A few weeks ago, one of our many cousins was in town preparing to go on a journey. One of the places he was going was to the Way of St. James, which was written about by Paulo Coelho in The Pilgrimage. We decided to have him and a couple other people over for a special brunch to send him on an enlightening journey. This Smorgasbord Bruncheon was so successful and tasty that I plan on repeating it for the rest of the relatives in town as soon as I get me some more of that amazing wild salmon.

For anyone looking for an entertainment idea, this is a good one that people really enjoy. This bruncheon menu is also GAPS and SCD friendly as well as being completely gluten-free and home-made. Fortunately, since most of it can be prepared before hand, it also makes it a pretty stress-free occasion. Although it is nice to make the pancakes last minute.

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Grape Kombucha Soda

This is a very simple technique that makes an extra tasty batch of kombucha. By adding fruit juice after the ten day fermentation period you get a fizzier drink, which means there is more alcohol. This drink is very much like a grape soda, but good for you! I have been making kombucha lately with honey, and I have found…

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