Our new Apple Honey Cake was created just in time for Rosh Hashana celebrations, but it's an ecumenical seasonal dessert or snack anyone can celebrate! Apples are combined with Bernie's Best applesauce from Sonoma, coconut and cassava flours, pastured eggs and unfiltered California honey. The result is a satisfying gluten-free treat. Warm up to bring out all the flavor, and you can drizzle with honey and/or serve with sliced apples.
Ingredients: apples,* pastured eggs,* coconut oil,* cassava flour,* applesauce,* honey, raisins,* coconut flour,* cinnamon,* baking soda,* vanilla,* Celtic sea salt (* = organic)
Recipe is vegetarian and gluten-free.
This lovely and unexpected seasonal combination was crafted by our chefs. Shiitake mushrooms are pickled in coconut aminos, fresh ginger and raw Bernie's Best apple cider vinegar, and combined with baby greens, our own activated Crispy Walnuts and roasted slices of fresh young fennel. Shake the jar, and a nutritious dandelion vinaigrette brings this salad to life!
Ingredients: fennel bulbs,* baby arugula,* baby spinach,* olive oil, Crispy Walnuts,* coconut aminos,* apple cider vinegar,* shiitake mushrooms,* lemon juice,* ginger,* Cultured Honey Mustard (yellow mustard seed,* onion powder,* sweet paprika,* turmeric,* apple cider vinegar,* white wine vinegar,* honey,* brine of Classic Kraut (green cabbage,* Celtic sea salt)), dandelion greens,* Celtic sea salt, black pepper*
(* = organic)
Recipe is vegetarian, gluten-free, dairy-free and GAPS/Paleo Diets-friendly.
Beets are sliced and cultured in water with yogurt whey and Celtic sea salt to make this traditional tonic drink. Sally Fallon Morell describes this drink as being "valuable for its medicinal qualities and as a digestive aid. Beets are just loaded with nutrients. One 4-ounce glass, morning and night, is an excellent blood tonic, promotes regularity, aids digestion, alkalizes the blood, cleanses the liver and is a good treatment for kidney stones and other ailments..." (Nourishing Traditions, page 608)
Ingredients: beets,* yogurt whey,* Celtic sea salt (* = organic)
Recipe is gluten-free.
Tapioca pudding with the heady scent of cardamom! Cooked slowly over a low flame until thick and rich, this dairy-free pudding is not to be missed.
Ingredients: tapioca pearls, Native Forest coconut milk (guar gum-free),* whole coconut palm sugar,* filtered water, pastured eggs,* tapioca starch,* cardamom,* Celtic sea salt, vanilla extract*
Recipe is vegetarian, gluten-free and dairy-free.
Organic darjeeling tea and unrefined sugar are cultured with a SCOBY (symbiotic colony of bacteria and yeast), and then flavored with cherry and ginger juice to produce a mildly tart, not too sweet drink. Kombucha is considered by many to have a detoxifying effect on the body.
Ingredients: filtered water, darjeeling tea*, cane sugar*, cherry juice*, ginger* (* = organic)
Our simple, flavorful, deeply nourishing broth is made from roasted organic chicken bones, extra chicken feet (which are especially rich in gelatin), plus a splash of Bernie's apple cider vinegar to help draw out minerals. The broth simmers at just the right temperature for 12-16 hours to draw out the nutrients without damaging them by overcooking, and to bring out a lovely flavor.
To accommodate the needs of those on low- or no-salt diets or with other food sensitivities, we don't add anything else.
A half cup in the morning is a great way to awaken your digestion and get a shot of very digestible protein – about as much as 1 egg. You can simply heat the broth with a little salt and pepper, or tamari, fish sauce, coconut aminos, miso or any flavoring of your choice. Add it to enrich soups and stews (or use it as a base for your own soups), cook your rice or any starches in it, or braise chicken parts and vegetables for dinner. Cook it down for an umami-rich demi-glace! Add a little cold broth to deglaze a frying with a spatula and capture all that stuck-on flavor from grilled meats. Try a savory oatmeal cooked with broth (2:1 ratio with oats), with eggs, cheese or any savory condiments. (TSH worker-owner Mud Hut loves making Egg Drop Soup: cook the whites in simmering broth with a little salt and pepper, then add the yolk and turn the heat off after a few seconds.)
The term "broth" does not always mean the same thing to everyone. In the most commonly accepted usage, what we make is called "Bone Broth." It is the most gelatin-rich (meaning protein-rich) and mineral-rich of these variations, and cooked the longest. The term "broth" on its own (or "chicken broth" or "beef broth," etc.) usually means it was made with meat and little or no bones, cooked for a shorter time, less than 6 hours, and serves more as a flavoring base than a nutritional vehicle. "Stock" most often refers to bones simmered with vegetables and possibly herbs or whole spices, perhaps some meat, and is also usually cooked for less than 6 hours.
According to Sally Fallon, author of Nourishing Traditions, "[Bone broth] contains minerals in a form the body can absorb easily—not just calcium but also magnesium, phosphorus, silicon, sulphur and trace minerals. It contains the broken-down material from cartilage and tendons--stuff like chondroitin sulphates and glucosamine, now sold as expensive supplements for arthritis and joint pain."
If you're new to bone broth in your diet, or concerned about consuming a whole jar within 5 days of opening it, you can freeze what you don't need right away. One ingenious way to introduce broth into your life, or to simplify portion control, is to freeze it in ice cube trays, then store the cubes in a bag or container in the freezer. Heat a few whenever you want a cup of broth, add a few cubes when you cook rice or any starch, or when you're heating up a soup or stew...you get the picture.
Ingredients: roasted chicken carcasses,* filtered water, chicken feet,* apple cider vinegar* (*= organic)
Recipe is Low Carb/Ketogenic, Paleo and GAPS-Diet friendly, free of dairy, gluten and black pepper.
This seasonal beverage features Yerba Santa, a California native plant that was valued by the First Peoples, that has historically been used to treat asthma and other respiratory issues. It is also known as Mountain Balm and the Concow people of northeastern California call it wä-sä-got’-o. The plant also has the reputation of clearing and moving grief, and is used in environmental restoration as it can restore damaged lands and overgrazed ranchland. The flavor of our beverage is citrusy and refreshing, with subtle herbal notes.
Ingredients: filtered water, organic white tea,* lime juice,* lemon juice,* lemon zest,* fresh thyme,* foraged yerba santa leaves, organic cane sugar* (* = organic)
Green cabbage and Celtic sea salt are cultured in ceramic Harsch crocks for at least 5 weeks before jarring. For a simple, refreshing probiotic boost, try a forkful or two mixed in a salad, soup or stew, on a hot dog or burger or with any grilled meat or charcuterie.
Ingredients: green cabbage,* Celtic sea salt (* = organic)
Recipe is vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, nightshade-free, black pepper-free and GAPS Diet-friendly.
This lovely, dairy-free cauliflower puree is scented with fresh ginger and lemongrass, then blended with coconut milk for a nourishing soup that is finished with cilantro and fresh-squeezed lemon and lime juice.
Ingredients: cauliflower,* Native Forest coconut milk (guar gum-free),* onions,* lemongrass,* coconut oil,* cilantro,* ginger,* lemon juice,* lime juice,* Celtic sea salt (* = organic)
Recipe is vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, nightshade-free, black pepper-free and GAPS and Paleo Diets-friendly.
Our nuts are packaged in compostable bags. Kashiwase Farm, a favorite at our local farmers markets, provides the sustainably grown raw organic almonds, which are activated by soaking overnight in water and Celtic sea salt, and then dehydrated at a low temperature until crispy and delicious, preserving the nutrients and rich flavor.
Ingredients: Kashiwase almonds,* Celtic sea salt (* = organic)
Our latest healthy snack offering! Raw organic pumpkin seeds are soaked overnight in water and Celtic sea salt, and then sprouted prior to being dehydrated at a low temperature with a little salt until crispy and delicious, preserving the nutrients and rich flavor.
Pumpkin seeds are a nutritional powerhouse. The process of sprouting helps unlock nutrients so your body can better absorb them.
A ¼ cup of sprouted pumpkin seeds contains 8g of plant-based protein.
They are an excellent source of zinc, magnesium, phosphorus, copper, and manganese and also a good source of iron.
There are many wonderful ways to add sprouted pumpkin seeds to your diet. They can easily be added to any sweet or savory dish. Some of our favorite uses are on a soup, on a salad, in a pesto, or ground into seed butter. Perfect in school lunch boxes, and as a post workout pick-me-up.
Ingredients: pumpkin seeds*, Celtic sea salt (* = organic)
Our nuts are packaged in compostable bags. Our walnuts are activated by soaking them in filtered water with Celtic sea salt for 6-8 hours, then dehydrate them at a low temperature until crispy and delicious, preserving the nutrients and rich flavor.
Ingredients: walnuts,* Celtic sea salt (* = organic)
This old-fashioned vegetable soup starts with one of the cornerstones of traditional French country cooking. The term mirepoix refers to a sautee of vegetables and herbs that often serves as a base for soups, sauces, meat braises and other dishes. Here, we saute carrots, celery, leeks and onions with herbs in a little chicken fat from our house-roasted chickens. We add mineral-rich Celtic sea salt and our chicken bone broth for a classic, nourishing, comforting soup that can be eaten as is, and has endless possibilities!
This is a great option for those who want bone broth in their lives but are trying to eat little or no meat (you can always add your own, of course). Try it with rice, noodles, matzo balls or baby potatoes. Add greens or other seasonal vegetables to make a customized vegetable soup. It is a fantastic base for braising chicken legs or thighs. Whip up a simple dumpling recipe and you've got Chicken and Dumplings. Use as a base for Chicken Pot Pie or Turkey Pot Pie. If you come up with your own inspirations, let us know!
Ingredients: chicken bone broth,* celery,* onions,* leeks,* carrots,* parsley,* chicken fat,* thyme,* sage,* rosemary,* Celtic sea salt, bay leaves,* Allstar Organics celery salt* (* = organic)
Recipe is gluten-free, dairy-free, black pepper-free, nightshade-free, and GAPS Diet-friendly.
In our version of this traditional Argentinian stew, grassfed beef is simmered with local butternut squash, along with lima beans, carrots and nixtimalized posole (corn hominy) from Alma Semilliera for a delightfully complex dish. In Argentina this stew is typically served with a hot pepper sauce.
Ingredients: beef and beef bone broth, lima beans,* butternut squash,* onions,* carrots,* organic heirloom posole (nixtamalized with slaked lime to release B Vitamins),* garlic,* scallions,* Celtic sea salt, lemon juice,* paprika,* oregano,* Applewood smoked salt,* cumin,* black pepper,* bay leaves* (*=organic)
Recipe is gluten-free and dairy-free.
French green lentils are slow-simmered in white wine and our chicken bone broth with fresh vegetables and herbs until tender. Lovely, local Seka Hills olive oil adds richness, and the lentils are finished with white wine vinegar and parsley.
Ingredients: French green lentils,* chicken bone broth,* onions,* carrots,* celery,* white wine,* parsley,* olive oil, garlic,* Celtic sea salt, white wine vinegar,* thyme,* black pepper,* bay leaves* (* = organic)
Recipe is gluten-free, dairy-free, nightshade-free and GAPS Diet-friendly (contains heated olive oil).
The squash is roasted and then pureed with coconut milk and coconut oil for a delicious, simple side dish. Use it as a base for a soup (by adding our chicken bone broth and sea salt), a custard (by adding egg yolks and baking in a casserole dish), or a dessert (sweetened with maple syrup or sucanat)!
Ingredients: butternut squash,* Native Forest coconut milk (guar gum-free),* coconut oil,* Celtic sea salt, nutmeg* (* = organic)
Recipe is vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, nightshade-free, black-pepper-free and GAPS/Paleo Diet-friendly.
A slight variation on our usual Caponata. Eggplant is tossed in olive oil and gently simmered with sweet red peppers, olives, capers, tomatoes and olive oil with a bit of red wine vinegar. The resulting chunky spread is traditionally served on bread or crostini. It can also be stirred into rice or pasta and served either warm, as a salad or as an appetizer with our Crispy Almonds chopped and added as a garnish.
Ingredients: eggplant,* red peppers,* crushed tomatoes,* onions,* capers, green olives, olive oil, parsley,* red wine vinegar,* Celtic sea salt, black pepper* (*=organic)
Recipe is vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free and GAPS Diet-friendly.
A pork-free, gluten-free, mildly spicy version of the classic, featuring local bell peppers! Chicken is simmered with the "holy trinity" of Southern cooking: onions, celery and bell peppers, along with brown rice, smoked paprika and other herbs and spices, and finished with gumbo filé (sassafras powder).
Ingredients: chicken meat and bone broth,* brown rice,* onions,* celery,* green and red bell peppers,* tomato paste,* scallions,* garlic,* parsley,* paprika,* Celtic sea salt, smoked paprika,* thyme,* apple cider vinegar,* black pepper,* gumbo filé (sassafras powder),* bay leaves,* cayenne* (* = organic)
Recipe is gluten-free and dairy-free.
Comes frozen this week. GOLD MEDAL WINNER 2024! SILVER MEDAL WINNER 2026!-- BEST OF EAST BAY EXPRESS BEST LOCALLY MADE PRODUCT! If you're "organ meat-curious" and looking to incorporate this superfood in your diet, this luscious spread is a great place to start! Chicken livers are high in iron and selenium, vitamin A and B vitamins, and the flavor is quite a bit milder than beef liver. In our Pâté, organic chicken livers from Pittman Farms are pan-seared, poached in Straus pasture-raised butter and puréed with caramelized onions, parsley, nutrient-dense Celtic sea salt, Dijon mustard, a few drops of brandy and a touch of spice for a rich, deeply satisfying and nourishing spread that is topped with a thin layer of butter to preserve freshness. One of our most popular dishes, it's perfect on one of our gluten-free breads or the irresitable Cult Crackers -- don't forget to use the butter layer! A forkful or two of our raw sauerkraut offers a bright balance of flavor and a probiotic boost for digestion. Serving hint: let it warm up a little at room temperature before serving.
Ingredients: chicken livers,* butter,* onions,* parsley,* chicken bone broth,* Celtic sea salt, brandy, Dijon mustard* (water, mustard seed,* vinegar,* salt, turmeric,* spice*), thyme,* black pepper,* mace,* cloves* (*=organic)
Recipe contains butter.
This old-fashioned chicken soup features local carrots, leeks and celery sauteed with fresh herbs in the traditional mirepoix, then simmered in mineral-rich bone broth with plenty of chicken. It is finished with fresh herbs for a nutritive and delicious soup that also makes a perfect base for Chicken-Noodle, Chicken Soup with Rice or Matzo Ball soup.
Ingredients: chicken bone broth* and meat,* leeks,* onions,* celery,* carrots,* parsley,* chicken fat,* thyme,* sage,* rosemary,* Celtic sea salt, bay leaves,* Allstar Organics celery salt* (* = organic)
Recipe is gluten-free, dairy-free, black pepper-free, nightshade-free and GAPS Diet-friendly.
If you can't get to the farm, we'll bring the farm to you! Local organic and also some pastured chicken is simmered in mineral-rich bone broth with summer squash, chard and leeks and parsley and fresh herbs from Bay Area family farms.
Ingredients: chicken meat* and bone broth,* summer squash,* leeks,* celery,* onions,* chard,* parsley,* thyme,* sage,* Celtic sea salt, rosemary,* bay leaves* (* = Organic)
Recipe is gluten-free, dairy-free, nightshade-free, black pepper-free and GAPS Diet-friendly.
Incredibly light with a slight crisp of a crust on top, this luscious gluten-free treat is not to be missed. It features a combination of flours — almond, coconut, rice and potato. We blend this with pastured eggs, local Seka Hills olive oil and sour cream.
Ingredients: coconut flour,* rice flour,* potato flour,* sour cream,* pastured eggs,* coconut palm sugar,* almond flour,* olive oil,* cocoa powder,* Dandy Blend (soluble extracts of roasted barley, rye, chicory root, dandelion root and beet root), arrowroot, vanilla extract, baking soda, baking powder, Celtic sea salt (* = organic)
Recipe is vegetarian and gluten-free.**
**Dandy Blend is made of the water-soluble extracts of five ingredients; three roots and two grains (barley and rye), not from the ingredients themselves. The ingredients are roasted, covered with hot water, and allowed to steep. The water, with the soluble portions of all the components, is separated from the grounds. The remaining fine brown powder left is what becomes Dandy Blend. All the gluten and other water-insoluble substances are left behind.
No kitchen table in Argentina is complete without a little bowl of this piquant pesto. A staple of Argentinian cuisine, where beef is king, chimichurri is reknowned especially as a marinade, dipping or grilling sauce for meat. You can also add a dollop to a bowl of polenta, rice, beans or potatoes, mix it into a mayonnaise, or add a little extra green kick to a soup.
Ingredients: parsley,* Seka Hills olive oil,* oregano,* white wine vinegar,* garlic,* black pepper,* red chile pepper flakes,* Celtic sea salt (* = organic)
Recipe is vegan, gluten-free and GAPS/Paleo Diets-friendly.
Steamed Yukon Gold potatoes are mashed with housemade cultured buttermilk, butter, sea salt, white pepper, and a pinch of nutmeg for a classic side dish.
Ingredients: Yukon Gold potatoes,* buttermilk,* Straus butter, Celtic sea salt, white pepper,* nutmeg* (*=organic)
Recipe is vegetarian, gluten-free, black pepper-free and contains dairy.
This traditional soup is a favorite in Scotland and Ireland. In our version, pastured chicken is simmered with an abundance of Riverdog Farm leeks ("leekies") in bone broth with Massa Organics brown rice, celery, onions, thyme and bay leaves, finished with fresh parsley and a sprinkling of minced dried plums.
Ingredients: Pastured chicken* and bone broth,* leeks,* Mass Organics brown rice* onions,* celery,* prunes (dried plums),* olive oil, Celtic sea salt, lemon juice,* parsley,* thyme,* sage,* black pepper,* bay leaves* (* = organic)
Recipe is dairy-free.
A frozen version! Best enjoyed as a partially thawed frozen treat. This creamy, dairy-free chocolate pudding is made with coconut milk, sweetened with palm sugar and thickened with pastured eggs for a nutrient-dense version of the childhood classic.
Ingredients: Native Forest coconut milk (guar gum-free),* palm sugar,* cocoa powder,* pastured eggs,* tapioca starch,* vanilla extract,* Celtic sea salt (*=organic)
Recipe is gluten-free and dairy-free.
Slow cooking in broth and white wine with plenty of fat, French herbs and Dijon mustard make the chicken gizzards and hearts in this confit super tender and delicately seasoned. Heat and eat as is, over rice, or with a good piece of gluten-free Bread SRSLY sourdough bread to sop up the delicious juices.
Ingredients: chicken gizzards,* chicken hearts,* chicken bone broth,* onions,* carrots,* celery,* chicken fat,* dry white wine,* garlic,* fresh tarragon,* Dijon mustard* (non-grain distilled vinegar, mustard seed, sea salt, spices*), Celtic sea salt, oregano,* thyme,* black pepper,* bay leaves* (* = organic)
Recipe is gluten-free, dairy-free, nightshade-free and GAPS Diet-friendly.
20% off. Price reflects discount. Better bitters! Fresh, full-bodied organic horseradish makes a great accompaniment to a holiday crudite platter. Incorporated into our house-made mayonnaise, it also gives you a shot of probiotics, Omega 3s and other healthy fats. Serve it as a dip with raw vegetables to stave off hunger and at lunch the rest of the week. It also makes a great accompaniment to roast beef, fish, hamburgers, or sandwiches. Warning: it is addictively delicious! Try it with our Braised Pot Roast with Carrots - also in the Frozen section this week.
Ingredients: yogurt cream,* olive oil, pastured egg yolks,*^ fresh horseradish,* white wine vinegar,* Dijon mustard* (non-grain distilled vinegar, mustard seed, salt, clove), Celtic sea salt, lemon juice,* black pepper* (* = organic) ^ = Contains uncooked and unpasteurized eggs.
Recipe is vegetarian, gluten-free, nightshade-free and contains dairy.
We've done the work for you! We've scooped our Falafel Dough made with raw chickpeas “activated” by overnight soaking to increase digestibility and nutrient availability into one ounce balls and froze them. They are ready to pan-fry, air-fry or bake. These falafel balls are a thick puree of chickpeas, onions, garlic, parsley and mild but flavorful spices. Perfect for a quick meal! Try it with this week's Tahini Yogurt Sauce with Lemon.
Ingredients: chickpeas,* onions,* parsley,* olive oil, garlic,* cumin,* lemon juice,* paprika,* Celtic sea salt, coriander,* cayenne* (* = organic)
Recipe is vegan, gluten-free and black pepper-free.
Cooking Instructions: Cook straight from freezer.
In pan use use approximately 1/2" of your favorite oil or cooking fat. Cook between 6 to 8 minutes turning falafel balls over halfway through. For oven cooking: preheat oven to 350, place falafel balls on parchment lined sheet pan. (The parchment lining the tin can be used.) Drizzle or spray with falafel balls with oil. Bake 20 to 25 minutes.
For a taste of the French countryside (and the Bay Area countryside) we saute leeks with kale and chard from local farms, and braise them in our pork bone broth with French green lentils and brined pastured pork leg from Marin Sun Farms. A splash of dry white wine to finish, and you have a hearty bowl of soup that is great with a bit of sauerkraut mixed in or a dollop of yogurt cream.
Ingredients: pastured pork, pork bone broth, French green lentils,* kale,* chard,* leeks,* white wine,* olive oil, Celtic sea salt, garlic,* thyme,* apple cider vinegar,* rosemary,* bay leaves,* cloves* (* = organic)
Recipe is gluten-free, dairy-free, nightshade-free, black pepper-free and GAPS Diet-friendly (contains heated olive oil).
This flavorful soup is made with our chicken bone broth along with ginger juice and vegetables. It also features our housemade Golden Blend, a synergistic combination of coconut oil, turmeric and black pepper. Turmeric root contains antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties that are enhanced by the black pepper, making this broth a natural immune booster and a nourishing tonic.
Ingredients: chicken bone broth,* chicken,* ginger juice,* TSH Golden Blend (coconut oil,* turmeric,* black pepper*), chicken fat,* onions,* garlic,* carrots,* celery,* napa cabbage,* scallions,* Celtic sea salt (*organic)
Recipe is gluten-free, dairy-free, nightshade-free and GAPS Diet-friendly.
This beautiful dish showcases butternut squash, kale and chard. The greens are sauteed with onions, fresh ginger and spices, then mixed with roasted and pureed butternut squash and coconut milk for a delicious side dish.
Ingredients: butternut squash,* kale,* onions,* chard,* Native Forest coconut milk (guar gum-free),* coconut oil,* ginger,* ground coriander seeds,* lemon juice,* turmeric,* Celtic sea salt, black pepper (* = organic)
Recipe is vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, nightshade-free and GAPS/Paleo Diets-friendly.
Our version of a classic olive tapenade, developed by our Fermentation & Preservation team. We blend kalamata olives, Crispy Walnuts, fresh parsley, lemon, garlic, and lovely Seka Hills olive oil. Try it with Sierra Nevada chevre and one of our amazing gluten-free bread offerings.
Ingredients: Kalamata olives (brined in red wine vinegar, sea salt, sunflower oil, grape must), olive oil, parsley,* garlic,* Crispy Walnuts,* lemon juice,* Dijon mustard* (non-grain distilled vinegar, mustard seed, sea salt, clove) (* = organic)
Recipe is vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, nightshade-free, black pepper-free and GAPS Diet-friendly.
May contain pits.
Our Meaty Pint! A nightshade-free dish we introduced as part of our "meaty pint" category. Grassfed ground beef is sauteed with kale, onions, garlic and mild spices, then finished with a Mediterranean salsa verde: parsley, capers, garlic, lemon juice and Seka Hills olive oil for a delicious and nutrient-rich main course. Perfect over rice or just by itself.
Ingredients: grassfed ground beef,* beef bone broth,* kale,* onions,* parsley,* olive oil, garlic,* lemon juice,* beef liver,* cumin,* capers, Celtic sea salt, sumac* (*=organic)
Recipe is gluten-free, dairy-free, black pepper-free, nightshade-free and GAPS Diet-friendly.
Rather than using grain flour, our Paleo Banana Bread is made with almond and coconut flours. The result is a satisfying sweet treat that is not only gluten-free, but low in carbohydrates and higher in protein than your ordinary banana bread. Enjoy!
Ingredients: bananas,* pastured eggs,* almond flour (organic blanched almonds),* cassava flour, maple syrup,* coconut oil,* coconut flour,* vanilla extract,* baking soda,* baking powder, nutmeg,* Celtic sea salt (* = organic)
Recipe is vegetarian, gluten-free, dairy-free and Paleo Diet-friendly.
Did hunter-gatherers dip into roasted vegetables mixed with luscious nut oils and preserved lemon? We may never know, but there's no doubt this Paleo- and GAPS Diet-friendly hummus is a culinary evolution. Serve as a dip with chips or fresh vegetables, on a sandwich or in a lettuce wrap, or pack it in a lunchbox.
Ingredients: beets,* olive oil, sesame tahini,* preserved lemon and brine,* fresh lemon juice,* garlic,* ground cumin,* Celtic sea salt, black pepper* (* = organic)
Recipe is vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, nightshade-free and GAPS/Paleo Diets-friendly.
Did hunter-gatherers dip into roasted vegetables mixed with luscious nut oils? We may never know, but there's no doubt this Paleo- and GAPS Diet-friendly "hummus" is a culinary evolution. Serve as a dip with chips or fresh vegetables, on a sandwich or in a lettuce wrap, or pack it in a lunchbox.
Ingredients: cauliflower,* olive oil, sesame tahini,* lemon juice,* garlic,* Celtic sea salt, black pepper* (* = organic)
Recipe is vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, nightshade-free and GAPS/Paleo Diets-friendly.
Four 4 ounce patties. Marin Sun Farms ground pork is seasoned with onions, scallions and ginger, then enriched with pork liver, Celtic sea salt and black pepper. These patties come raw, frozen and ready-to-cook.
Ingredients: ground pastured pork, onions,* scallions,* ginger,* pork & beef liver, Celtic sea salt, black pepper* (*=organic)
Recipe is gluten-free, dairy-free, egg-free, and GAPS Diet-friendly.
This full-flavored bean soup features lima beans that have been activated by soaking and cooked with kombu (sea vegetable), then blended with our housemade vegetable broth with plenty of luscious Seka Hills olive oil, garlic, fresh herbs and nutrient-dense greens. Try it with the addictive, gluten-free Cult Crackers or a toasted slice of one of the artisanal breads we offer.
Ingredients: lima beans,* vegetable broth (filtered water, onions,* carrots,* celery*), olive oil, spinach,* arugula,* lemon juice & zest,* dandelion greens,* parsley,* scallions,* garlic,* apple cider vinegar,* Celtic sea salt, rosemary,* wild-harvested kombu sea vegetable,** black pepper* (*=organic)
Recipe is vegan, gluten-free, nightshade-free and GAPS Diet-friendly.
**Each pound of beans is cooked with a one inch piece of kombu sea vegetable which is not on the GAPS Diet protocol Introductory Diet.
Coconut milk and tomatoes come together in this comforting pureed soup, made with onions, tomatoes, herbs, spices and a touch of honey to balance the acidity. Heat and eat as is, sprinkle some shredded cheese on top or add some nutritious bone broth. Great with a grilled cheese sandwich for a classic combo.
Ingredients: Native Forest coconut milk (guar gum-free),* crushed tomatoes,* onions,* tomato paste,* coconut oil,* Celtic sea salt, unfiltered honey, bay leaves,* black pepper,* cloves* (*=organic)
Recipe is vegetarian, dairy-free, gluten-free and GAPS Diet-friendly.
Our "Meaty Pint." Grassfed ground beef is sauteed and seasoned with onions, garlic, chipotle powder, tomato paste and a bit of beef liver and bone broth for a mild and meaty chili or filling for tacos and sloppy Joes.
Ingredients: grassfed ground beef,* onions,* tomato paste,* beef bone broth,* beef liver,* Celtic sea salt, garlic,* red wine vinegar,* ancho chiles, oregano,* paprika,* black pepper,* cumin,* smoked paprika,* cinnamon,* chipotle powder,* bay leaves* (* = organic)
Recipe is gluten-free, dairy-free, and GAPS Diet-friendly.
This GAPS Diet-friendly, full-flavored bean dip features navy beans that have been soaked and cooked with kombu (sea vegetable), then blended with Seka Hills olive oil, garlic, fresh rosemary and parsley. Try it with the addictive, gluten-free Cult Crackers or a toasted slice of one of the artisanal breads we offer.
Ingredients: navy beans,* olive oil, lemon juice,* rosemary,* parsley,* Celtic sea salt, garlic,* apple cider vinegar,* lemon zest,* kombu, black pepper* (*=organic)
Recipe is vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, nightshade-free and GAPS Diet-friendly.*
*Each pound of beans is cooked with a one inch piece of kombu sea vegetable which is not on the GAPS Diet protocol Introductory Diet.
This throroughly rich, full-flavored cassoulet features navy beans that have been soaked and cooked with kombu (sea vegetable), then combined with chicken, chunks of bacon and mild Italian sausage in our chicken bone broth with a bit of tomato, wine and fresh herbs. Topped and baked with breadcrumbs, almond flour and parimigiano reggiano, it makes for a hearty and deeply satisfying meal!
Ingredients: navy beans,* chicken,* chicken bone broth,* carrots,* celery,* onions,* bacon (pork, sea salt, celery powder, cherry powder), sausage (pork, white wine, sea salt, cane sugar, fennel, black pepper), gluten-free breadcrumbs (rice flour,* millet,* sorgum flour,* arrowroot,* xanthum gum), tomato paste,* parmigiano reggiano, white wine,* pork liver, garlic,* almond meal, Celtic sea salt, parsley,* rosemary,* thyme,* sage,* black pepper,* kombu sea vegetable, bay leaves* (*=organic)
Recipe is gluten-free.
**Each pound of beans is cooked with a one inch piece of kombu sea vegetable which is not on the GAPS Diet protocol Introductory Diet.
Stovetop reheating: cut into pieces and place in a pan with a bit of broth or water. Lid the pan and gently steam over medium-low heat until it reaches desired temperature throughout.
Oven reheating: remove paper lid and cover with foil, then place in oven pre-heated to 325° for 30-40 minutes or until warm throughout.
A lovely, lively kraut with a bit of zing. Ginger, especially known to aid digestion, combines with daikon radish for a helpful kraut to accompany a meal.
Ingredients: green cabbage,*daikon radish,* ginger root,* garlic,* sesame seeds,* Celtic sea salt (*=organic)
Recipe is vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, nightshade-free, black pepper-free and GAPS Diet-friendly.
Organic white tea and unrefined sugar are cultured with a SCOBY (symbiotic colony of bacteria and yeast), and then flavored with fresh ginger and lime to produce a slightly tart and bold flavor. Kombucha is considered by many to have a detoxifying effect on the body.
Ingredients: filtered water, white tea*, cane sugar*, ginger root*, lime juice*, lime zest* (* = organic)
A trio of traditional immune boosting plants (turmeric, ginger, and garlic) make this kraut a great support for your health. We've also added black pepper, as many studies are showing that the piperine in black pepper supports the bioavailability of the curcumin in turmeric, making its anti-inflammatory power much more effective. Put a dollop of this bright kraut in a cup of warm broth and let the healing begin!
Ingredients: green cabbage,* turmeric,* Celtic sea salt, ginger,* garlic,* lemon zest,* black pepper* (*= organic)
Recipe is vegan, dairy-free, gluten-free, nightshade-free and GAPS Diet-friendly.
THE BAGGED PRODUCT IS FOR MAIL ORDER ONLY. Rolled oats are gently mixed with Straus yogurt, coconut oil, and butter and allowed to culture overnight before we add maple syrup, brown rice syrup, vanilla, orange zest and spices. The granola is dehydrated until crunchy, and then crumbled and mixed with biodynamic raisins and Crispy Almonds for a more digestible and nutrient-dense version of the classic!
Ingredients: rolled oats*, yogurt*, crispy almonds*, raisins*, butter*, maple syrup*, coconut oil*, brown rice syrup*, vanilla extract*, orange zest*, cinnamon*, cardamom*, nutmeg*, Celtic sea salt
(* = organic)
Product is back in jars again. Rolled oats are gently mixed with Straus yogurt, coconut oil, and butter and allowed to culture overnight before we add maple syrup, brown rice syrup, vanilla, orange zest and spices. The granola is dehydrated until crunchy, and then crumbled and mixed with biodynamic raisins and Crispy Almonds for a more digestible and nutrient-dense version of the classic!
Ingredients: rolled oats*, yogurt*, crispy almonds*, raisins*, butter*, maple syrup*, coconut oil*, brown rice syrup*, vanilla extract*, orange zest*, cinnamon*, cardamom*, nutmeg*, Celtic sea salt
(* = organic)
A new Granola! Rolled oats are gently mixed with Straus yogurt, coconut oil, and butter and allowed to culture overnight before we add maple syrup, brown rice syrup, vanilla, cacao nibs and cocoa powder. The granola is dehydrated until crunchy, and then crumbled and mixed with coconut flakes for a more digestible and nutrient-dense version of the classic!
Ingredients: rolled oats,* yogurt,* butter,* maple syrup,* coconut oil,* brown rice syrup,* coconut flakes,* cacao nibs,* vanilla extract,* cocoa powder,* Celtic sea salt, cinnamon,* cardamom,* nutmeg*
(* = organic)
This flavorful gelatin-rich broth is made from Marin Sun Farms beef bones and browned meat (for flavor), filtered water, and a splash of apple cider vinegar to help draw out minerals. It is slowly simmered at just the right temperature for approximately 48 hours before being jarred. To maximize the nutritional value of our broth, we use only gelatin-rich knuckle and joint bones and beef feet.
To accommodate the needs of those on low- or no-salt diets or with other food sensitivities, we don't add anything else.
According to Dr. Thomas Cowan, co-founder of the Weston A. Price Foundation, "In healthy, traditional cultures, when an animal was slaughtered, all the parts were put to use, including the bones, to make mineral-rich broth. Our modern diet, having largely forgotten the use of broth as the basis of our cooking, is estimated to have less than half the mineral content of more traditional diets. This rich mineral content and the fact that soup broths greatly aid digestion are just two of the many reasons why everyone should make soup broth a part of their daily diet."
DO NOT FREEZE the beef bone broth in these jars. Although the jars are meant to be freezer-safe, we have found that the beef broth can still expand and crack the jar when frozen. You can transfer the broth to a different container to freeze it, or freeze it in ice cube trays for better portion control. We find that, unopened, the broth lasts for four weeks or more in the fridge, and should be consumed within 5 days of opening or thawing.
The term "broth" does not always mean the same thing to everyone. In the most commonly accepted usage, what we make is called "Bone Broth." It is the most gelatin-rich (meaning protein-rich) and mineral-rich of these variations, and cooked the longest. The term "broth" on its own (or "chicken broth" or "beef broth," etc.) usually means it was made with meat and little or no bones, cooked for a shorter time, less than 6 hours, and serves more as a flavoring base than a nutritional vehicle. "Stock" most often refers to bones simmered with vegetables and possibly herbs or whole spices, perhaps some meat, and is also usually cooked for less than 6 hours.
Ingredients: grassfed beef bones and pan-seared beef, filtered water, apple cider vinegar* (* = organic)
Recipe is Low Carb/Ketogenic, Paleo- and GAPS-Diet friendly, free of dairy, gluten and black pepper.
Chicken and bone broth are simmered with activated brown rice and onions, then thickened with Coastal Hill pastured eggs and plenty of fresh lemon juice for this simple, sumptuous Greek classic.
Ingredients: chicken meat* and bone broth,* Lundberg brown rice,* onions,* pastured eggs, lemon juice* and zest,* Celtic sea salt, white pepper,* bay leaves,* very small amount of carrots* and leeks* blended into onions (* = organic)
Recipe is gluten-free, dairy-free, nightshade-free and black pepper-free.
Organic white tea and unrefined sugar are cultured with a SCOBY (symbiotic colony of bacteria and yeast), and then flavored with a cold infusion of hibiscus flowers for a slightly tart, slightly effervescent cultured beverage. Kombucha is considered by many to have a detoxifying effect on the body.
Ingredients: filtered water, white tea*, cane sugar*, hibiscus* (* = organic)
A generations-old family recipe from one of our former-worker owners. This piquant blend of sweet and heat can be used as a meat condiment or a welcome addition to a cheese platter. Try it paired with Sierra Nevada Chevre!
Ingredients: unfiltered honey, Bernie's Best apple cider vinegar,* red jalapenos,* green bell peppers,* Great Lakes grassfed beef gelatin, lemon juice* (* = organic)
Recipe is gluten-free, dairy-free, black pepper-free, GAPS Diet-friendly and not vegetarian.
A Mediterranean classic, our hummus is a delicious snack and a great addition to packed lunches. Also, chickpeas are activated by soaking to increase digestibility and nutrient availability, and then cooked until tender, puréed with Seka Hills olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and spices. Try it with gluten-free Cult Crackers and this week's Tahini Yogurt Sauce with Lemon!
Ingredients: chickpeas,* olive oil, lemon juice,* sesame tahini,* parsley,* garlic,* Celtic sea salt, apple cider vinegar,* cumin,* lemon zest,* paprika,* sesame oil,* wild harvested kombu sea vegetable (* = organic)
Recipe is vegan, gluten-free, black pepper-free and dairy-free.
THE BAGGED PRODUCT IS FOR MAIL ORDER ONLY. We're now offering a nut-free and raisin-free version of our Granola. Rolled oats are mixed with melted butter and coconut oil, massaged with Straus yogurt, then cultured overnight before adding the sweeteners and flavorings. The granola is then slow baked under low heat for over a day until crunchy, for a more digestible and nutrient-dense version of the classic! Add your own fresh or dried fruits, seeds, or nuts to taste, mix with milk or yogurt, or just snack on the go.
Ingredients: rolled oats*, yogurt*, butter*, maple syrup*, coconut oil*, brown rice syrup*, vanilla extract*, orange zest*, cinnamon*, cardamom*, nutmeg*, Celtic sea salt
(* = organic)
A nut-free and raisin-free version of our Granola, packed in a returnable mason jar. Rolled oats are mixed with melted butter and coconut oil, massaged with Straus yogurt, then cultured overnight before adding the sweeteners and flavorings. The granola is then slow baked under low heat for over a day until crunchy, for a more digestible and nutrient-dense version of the classic! Add your own fresh or dried fruits, seeds, or nuts to taste, mix with milk or yogurt, or just snack on the go.
Ingredients: rolled oats,* yogurt*, butter,* maple syrup,* coconut oil,* brown rice syrup,* vanilla extract,* orange zest,* cinnamon,* cardamom,* nutmeg,* Celtic sea salt
(* = organic)
Local pickling cucumbers are brined with spices and herbs, then cultured until they capture the classic taste straight out of the 50-gallon sidewalk barrels at Guss's Pickles. In the range between sour and half-sour, these herby pickles are a perfect probiotic sidekick to a burger, sandwich or any meal--including a kid's lunchbox! Note: our pickling cucumbers come from local family farms, and vary in size throughout the summer season. We make sure each jar has the correct amount of pickles, regardless of size; if the cucumbers are large we cut the pickles in half.
Ingredients: cucumbers,* fresh dill,* grape leaves, garlic,* yellow and brown mustard seeds,* ginger,* black peppercorns,* caraway seed,* coriander,* dill seed,* juniper berries,* bay leaves,* Celtic sea salt (* = organic)
Recipe is vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free and GAPS Diet-friendly.
This exquisite probiotic beverage is a dairy-free water-based kefir. The "grains" -- a combination of specific strains of bacteria and yeast that are believed to have originated in Mexico -- ferment the honey and naturally carbonate the drink. We add fresh picked marigold blossoms from Feral Heart Farm for flavor, color and a bit of "wow" factor! Dairy-free water kefir.
Ingredients: filtered water, signet gem marigolds*, cane sugar*, molasses*, lemon juice*, raw unfiltered honey (* = organic)
THIS PRODUCT IS ONLY AVAILABLE THROUGH BULK SALES TO BERKELEY AND EL CERRITO NATURAL GROCERY -- IF YOU SEE IT ON OUR WEBSITE, PLEASE DON'T ORDER IT. THANK YOU.
This is a timeless sauerkraut German grandmothers ("Omas") have made by hand and served their families for generations. Green cabbage is cultured with caraway seeds, juniper berries, and of course, Celtic sea salt for this classic kraut!
Ingredients: green cabbage,* Celtic sea salt, caraway seeds,* juniper berries* (* = organic)
Recipe is vegan, nightshade-free, black pepper-free, gluten-free, dairy-free and GAPS Diet-friendly.
Recipe is gluten-free, dairy-free, and GAPS-diet friendly.
Grassfed beef from Marin Sun Farms is braised in an aromatic bone broth with butternut squash for a traditional Persian stew scented with warming spices, rose petals and saffron. Prunes add sweetness, which is balanced with fresh lemon and lime. "Khoresh kadu halvai alu" is traditionally eaten over saffron rice, but it also stands alone. Sprinkle toasted pumpkin seeds on top for a bit of crunch!
Ingredients: grassfed beef,* beef bone broth,* butternut squash,* onions,* prunes,* tomato paste,* lime juice and zest,* lemon juice and zest,* Celtic sea salt, cinnamon,* cardamom,* turmeric, dried ground rose petals,* black pepper,* nutmeg,* saffron* (* = organic)
Recipe is gluten-free, dairy-free and GAPS Diet-friendly.
Organic yerba mate and unrefined sugar are cultured with a SCOBY (symbiotic colony of bacteria and yeast), and then flavored with pomegranate juice. Refreshing and crisp, a bit smoky and herbacious, with just the right level of tartness, this drink has quickly become a staff favorite! Kombucha is considered by many to have a detoxifying effect on the body.
Ingredients: filtered water, yerba mate, organic cane sugar, pomegranate juice, lime zest
With a number of phytonutrients known to aid vision and eye health, and a lovely flavor, this kraut is a real eye-opener.
Ingredients: green cabbage,* carrot,* scallion,* fresh dill,* Celtic sea salt, yellow mustard seed,* fennel seed* (* = organic)
Recipe is vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, nightshade-free, black pepper-free and GAPS/Paleo Diet-friendly.
Dairy-free water kefir. Water kefir grains, also called tibicos, are used to ferment a base of filtered water with unrefined cane sugar and just a touch of molasses. The sugars are metabolized by the kefir grains to produce a light but rich effervescent base. This old-timey brew is then flavored with sarsaparilla, sassafras leaf, ginger, turmeric and other herbs and spices to produce a bubbly probiotic “soda.” Vanilla bean lends this fizzy beverage a rich and complex flavor. If you are a root beer lover who is ready to graduate to a real roots beer, this is the drink for you!
Ingredients: filtered water, sarsaparilla, cane sugar*, molasses*, turmeric root*, ginger root*, licorice root, cinnamon*, vanilla bean*, sassafras, black peppercorn*, cardamom pods*, allspice* (* = organic)
Recipe is dairy-free and gluten-free*
A new version of our Cutured Mustard! This grainy mustard has hints of allspice and clove and balanced heat.
We have been working the subtle art of mustard crafting and have found our perfect balance of sweet and hot. Housemade raw sauerkraut brine, rich in beneficial micro-organisms, gives this mustard a unique nutritional profile and umami overtones, joining our other cultured condiments. A wonderful accompaniment to sandwiches and meats, a cheese plate or an ingredient to enliven dressings, sauces or marinades.
Ingredients: yellow mustard seed,* brown mustard seed,* ground yellow mustard,* filtered water, white wine vinegar,* sauerkraut brine (juice from green cabbage,* Celtic sea salt), raw honey, Celtic sea salt, onion powder,* allspice,* clove*
(*= organic)
Recipe is vegetarian, gluten-free, dairy-free, black pepper-free and GAPS Diet-friendly.
Sauerkraut brine is a wonderful tonic for the digestion, and recommended as a great way to rebuild the intestinal flora. This brine, harvested from our weekly krauts, can be consumed in small amounts to stimulate digestion — “brine shots” are a weekly ritual in our kitchen, and everyone was thrilled with the brine this week! Brine is also wonderful added to salad dressings, or even used instead of vinegar. Lastly, if you are culturing vegetables like sauerkraut at home, it acts as a perfect starter.
Ingredients: brine of Radiant Vision Kraut: juice from green cabbage,* carrot,* scallion,* fresh dill,* Celtic sea salt, yellow mustard seed,* fennel seed* (* = organic)
Recipe is vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, nightshade-free, black pepper-free and GAPS/Paleo Diet-friendly.
This kombucha is brewed almost 3 times as long as our other beverages, resulting in a distinct flavor profile. English Breakfast tea and unrefined sugar are cultured with a SCOBY (symbiotic colony of bacteria and yeast), and that probiotic base is balanced by the addition of sweet apple juice and finished with a gentle kick of freshly juiced ginger. Sour apple with a punch!
Ingredients: filtered water, Darjeeling tea,* cane sugar,* Bernie's Best gravenstein cider,* ginger* (* = organic)
Based on traditional recipes, our Kimchi uses ample amounts of gochugaru — Korean red pepper flakes — along with garlic, ginger and traditionally brewed fish sauce, and features carrots for a balance of flavor and texture. This authentic kimchi packs some heat!
Ingredients: napa cabbage,* carrots,* daikon,* gochugaru (Korean red chile flakes), scallions,* Red Boat fish sauce (anchovies, sea salt), onions,* garlic,* ginger,* brown rice flour,* raw unfiltered honey, Celtic sea salt (*=organic)
Organic sesame tahini is combined with Straus yogurt, Seka Hills olive oil, lemon juice, scallions and spices for a bright, probiotic taste on the classic. Try it this week with our Middle Eastern Lentils and Rice (Mujadara).
Ingredients: Straus yogurt,* sesame tahini,* olive oil, lemon juice,* scallions,* cumin,* Celtic sea salt, paprika,* black pepper* (* = organic)
Recipe is vegetarian, gluten-free and contains dairy. The recipe is nut free, but the sesame tahini is made on equipment that also processes other tree nuts and seeds.
It's back! Limit 3 jars per customer as we begin to get this back on regular production. We're convinced our housemade deodorant is better than any aluminum-based, plastic-packaged deodorant on the market, to keep you smelling clean but not chemical-ly or perfume-y. We've played with our recipe to make it even more effective and nicer on the skin! Essential oils chosen for their antibacterial affect are blended into a base of coconut oil, shea butter and beeswax (from East Bay hives!) for a cream that is easy to apply with a barely noticeable scent.
Ingredients: coconut oil, refined shea butter, baking soda, arrowroot, beeswax, essential oils of black pepper, tea tree, lemongrass, rosemary and cedarwood.
A nutritious, delicious REAL FOOD bar made with dried plums (prunes) blended with Medjool dates, Artisana Organics coconut butter and coconut oil, orange juice and zest, and dusted with Native Forest dried coconut. Sweet but not too sweet, balanced by the healthy fat from the coconut, with fiber to regulate blood sugar and electrolytes from a touch of sea salt, these are a great, nourishing snack to eat on the go — “in transit” — and the dried fruit might help with the other kind of transit, too!
The bar comes uncut and wrapped in brown butcher paper.
Ingredients: dates,* dried plums,* coconut butter,* coconut oil,* Celtic sea salt, orange juice* and zest* (* = organic)
Recipe is vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free and GAPS Diet-friendly. May contain pieces of pits.
This delicious seasonal offering of cabbage tonic features anti-inflammatory turmeric and ginger to keep us limber in the cooler seasons.
Ingredients: filtered water, green cabbage*, turmeric root*, ginger root*, Celtic sea salt (* = organic)
Recipe is gluten-free, dairy-free, and GAPS Diet-friendly.
Ground chicken is simmered with navy beans cooked in chicken bone broth, corn, zucchini, celery, onions, garlic and mild savory spices. Unlike probably any other chili you've ever eaten, ours is enriched with bone broth and a bit of chicken liver for added nutrition. Add some diced avocado, and top it with shredded Sierra Nevada raw cow or goat cheddar!
Ingredients: ground chicken,* chicken broth, navy beans,* corn,* zucchini,* onions,* celery,* cilantro,* garlic,* chicken liver,* Celtic sea salt, scallions,* cumin,* oregano,* lime juice,* white pepper,* lime zest,* bay leaves* (* = organic)
Recipe is gluten-free, black pepper-free and dairy-free.