Products tagged with 'Housemade'

For this classic shrub, we infused Bernie's Best apple cider vinegar with organic fresh thyme and dandelion greens. We added juice from local gravenstein apples along with raw local honey to balance the traditional tang of the oxymel (vinegar-infused medicinal tonic).

Fresh baby arugula is pureed with Seka Hills olive oil, garlic, fresh parsley, our Crispy Walnuts, lemon juice and authentic Parmigiano Reggiano for a piquant pesto sauce. It can be dolloped on fish or meat, or used to dress lettuces, bean salad or pasta, or served with polenta, rice or any other cooked grain. A great way to get your green on!

Ingredients: olive oil, arugula,* Crispy Walnuts,* lemon juice,* Parmigiano Reggiano,* parsley,* garlic, Celtic sea salt, lemon zest,* black pepper* (*=organic)

Recipe is vegetarian, gluten-free, nightshade-free, GAPS Diet-friendly, and contains dairy (Parmigiano Reggiano).

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.

This dairy-free water kefir is an ode to the deep color and subtle flavor of blackberries. Fresh mint and a touch of local honey round out the berries' zing to create a uniquely refreshing beverage.

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, effervescent base rich in probiotic cultures.

Ingredients: filtered water, blackberries,* cane sugar,* raw honey, fresh mint,* molasses* (* = organic)

Our weekly "Meaty Pint"! Grassfed beef from Marin Sun Farms is slowly braised in a rich broth-based gravy with onions and red wine. We add sweet carrots and cook until just tender, and finish with a sprinkling of fresh parsley for this traditional holiday dish. Enjoy it this week with our Creamy Horseradish Sauce!

Ingredients: grassfed beef* and bone broth,* onions,* carrots,* red wine,* garlic,* parsley,* Celtic sea salt, bay leaves,* black pepper*

Recipe is gluten-free, dairy-free and GAPS Diet-friendly.

The squash is roasted and then combined with a roux of ground Crispy Pepitas and pureed with sauteed onions and olive oil for a delicious, simple soup that wil bring color and flavor to your holiday table. 

Ingredients: butternut squash,* onions,* Crispy Pepitas,* olive oil, lemon juice,* Celtic sea salt, thyme,* nutmeg*  (* = organic)

Recipe is vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, nightshade-free, black-pepper-free and GAPS/Paleo Diet-friendly.

This flavorful broth is made from the bones, feet and heads of organic chickens. A splash of Bernie's apple cider vinegar helps draw minerals out of the bones. We simmer it 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.

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."

You can simply heat the broth with a little salt and pepper, tamari, fish sauce, coconut aminos, miso or any flavoring of your choice. Add it to soups and stews, 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! TSH worker-owner Mud Hut loves making Egg Drop Soup, cooking the whites in the broth first with a little salt and pepper, then adding the yolk and turning the heat off after just a few seconds.

We do not recommend that you freeze the beef broth in these jars. One ingenious way to incorporate broth into your life is to freeze it in ice cube trays, then store the cubes in a bag or container in the freezer. Heat a few anytime you want a cup of broth, add a few cubes when you cook rice or any starch, add to a soup or stew...you get the picture.

Ingredients: filtered water, roasted chicken carcasses*, feet* and heads*, apple cider vinegar* (*= organic)

Recipe is dairy-free and gluten-free and GAPS Diet-friendly.

Golden chicken fat from our roasted organic chickens is infused with sauteed onions, then strained for this classic Eastern European cooking fat. It is a perfect ingredient for matzoh balls or matzoh brei, and can also be used for pan frying or as a alternative for butter on bread, steamed veggies and cooked starches. Schmaltz was prized by Jewish grandmothers as an immune system booster.

Ingredient: rendered chicken fat** (infused with caramelized onions) from chickens*, onions* (*= organic)

Recipe is gluten-free, dairy-free and GAPS, Paleo and Low FODMAP Diets-friendly.

**While onions are not included on the Low FODMAP Diet, when the onions are strained out, as they are here, the dish is acceptable.

This dairy-free soup features wild mushrooms and locally grown, traditionally hand-harvested wild rice. It marries beautifully with our mix of wild and crimini mushrooms, chicken, Lundberg brown rice, Madeira wine and herbs.

Ingredients: chicken meat and bone broth,* Lundberg brown rice,* wild rice,* crimini mushrooms,* onions,* dried porcini,* shiitake,* oyster* mushrooms, Madeira wine, parsley,* garlic, Celtic sea salt, porcini powder,* thyme,* black pepper,* bay leaves*  (* = organic).  

Recipe is gluten-free, nightshade-free and dairy-free.

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.

Steamed Yukon Gold potatoes are mashed with grassfed, cultured buttermilk, Straus butter, sea salt, white pepper, and a pinch of nutmeg for a classic side dish. 

Ingredients: Yukon Gold potatoes,* buttermilk,* butter, Celtic sea salt, white pepper,* nutmeg* (*=organic)

Recipe is vegetarian, gluten-free, black pepper-free and contains dairy.

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.

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. The brew is then flavored with apple and cranberry juices to produce a bubbly probiotic “soda.” Cranberries are rich in antioxidants and other nutrients, making this not only a delicious drink but a nourishing tonic as well.

Ingredients: filtered water, Bernie's Best gravenstein apple cider,* cranberry juice,* cane sugar,* molasses*  (* = organic)

Dress up your table with this beautiful and tasty relish, from an old family recipe shared with us. We blend cranberries with oranges and spices for an all-raw, live enzyme relish that will be a welcome alternative to the traditional cooked cranberry sauce.

Ingredients: cranberries,* oranges,* unfiltered raw honey, Celtic sea salt  (* = organic)

Recipe is vegetarian, gluten-free, dairy-free and GAPS/Paleo Diet-friendly.

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, at your holiday table 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! 

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)

Recipe is vegetarian, gluten-free, nightshade-free and contains dairy.

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)

For this very special shrub, we mix elderflower-infused apple cider vinegar with nectar from local pears and raw honey. This shrub can be used to make a delicious beverage by diluting it 4:1 with bubbly or still water, a sprig of mint or a squeeze of lime (or both).

Ingredients: pears*, raw unfiltered honey, Bernie's Best raw apple cider vinegar* infused with elderflower* (* = organic)

Recipe is gluten-free, dairy-free, and GAPS-diet friendly.

This delicious green cabbage kraut features fennel bulb and seed along with grapefruit zest. 

Ingredients: green cabbage,* fennel bulb,* Celtic sea salt, grapefruit zest,* fennel seed* (*=organic)

Recipe is vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, nightshade-free, black pepper-free and GAPS Diet-friendly.

This time around we're using fresh-frozen organic corn. Budins are cooked custards, similar to frittatas, and can be enjoyed hot, cold or room temperature. The corn is sauteed with scallions in Straus butter, then baked with Straus milk, pastured eggs, Sierra Nevada grassfed cheddar and a bit of corn flour (soaked overnight in lime water, a traditional process known as nixtimalization they increases digestibility and nutrient availability). The result is a luscious treat that marries savory and sweet.

Ingredients: pastured eggs, corn,* cheddar cheese*, Straus milk* and butter,* onions,* corn flour,* scallions,* Celtic sea salt, nutmeg* (*=organic)

Recipe is gluten-free, black pepper-free, and contains dairy.

Recipe is gluten-free, dairy-free, nightshade-free, and GAPS & Paleo Diets-friendly.

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).

This broth-based, nutrient-dense version of the classic is perfect on polenta, pasta, pizza, in rice or meat dishes. In traditional diets, broth-based sauces not only added deep flavor, they also enhanced digestability, especially of meaty and starchy dishes. 

Ingredients: chicken bone broth,* crushed tomatoes,* tomato paste,* onions,* olive oil, white wine,* carrots,* basil,* parsley,* garlic,* Allstar Organics celery salt,* Celtic sea salt, oregano,* unfiltered California honey, black pepper,* bay leaves* (*=organic)

Recipe is gluten-free, dairy-free, and GAPS Diet-friendly (contains heated olive oil).

Eggplant is tossed in olive oil and gently simmered with celery, 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,* crushed tomatoes,* celery,* 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.

Comes frozen this week. GOLD MEDAL WINNER! -- BEST OF EAST BAY EXPRESS 2024 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 (gluten-free), 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, gluten-free Dijon mustard* (non-grain distilled vinegar, mustard seed, salt, clove), thyme,* black pepper,* mace,* cloves*  (*=organic)

Recipe is gluten-free and contains butter.

If you can't get to the farm, we'll bring the farm to you! Chicken is simmered in mineral-rich bone broth with cauliflower, chard, leeks and parsley and fresh herbs.

Ingredients: chicken meat and bone broth,* cauliflower,* chard,* leeks,* celery,* onions,* 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.

Fresh cilantro and scallions are pureed with our Crispy Sprouted Pepitas, Seka Hills olive oil, authentic Parmigiano Reggiano and lemon juice for a pesto that's perfect dolloped on tacos, layered into quesadillas, drizzled on avocados, or used to dress lettuce, bean salad or pasta. Pick up a jar and get your green on!

Ingredients: olive oil, cilantro,* Crispy Sprouted Pepitas,* scallions,* Parmigiano Reggiano,* lemon juice,* Celtic sea salt, black pepper*  (* = organic)

Recipe is vegetarian, gluten-free, GAPS Diet-friendly and contains dairy (Parmigiano Reggiano).

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.

Variations of this seasonal soup can be found on tables from Provence to Genoa. Navy beans are simmered in housemade vegetable broth with onions, leeks, carrots, cabbage, kale and a fresh herb puree. Try it with a sprinkling of Parmesan.

Recipe is vegan, gluten-free, nightshade-free, black pepper-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. Also contains heated olive oil.)

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. Enjoy it hot or chilled -- depending on the time of day and which Bay Area microclimate you inhabit!

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. 

Red lentils are simmered with onions, ginger, garlic, saffron, and mild curry spices until tender, then pureed with lots of coconut milk and fresh lemon juice for a deeply satisfying vegetarian soup. Delicious with a dollop of yogurt cream.

Ingredients: red lentils,* Native Forest coconut milk (guar gum-free),* onions,* coconut oil,* lemon juice and zest,* ginger,* cumin,* garlic, Celtic sea salt, coriander,* garam masala (cardamom,* cinnamon,* cloves,* cumin,* black pepper,* coriander*), turmeric, black pepper,* cinnamon,* saffron,* cardamom*  (* = organic)

Recipe is vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, nightshade-free and GAPS Diet-friendly.

Escarole is one of the classic and deeply nourishing greens that is prized in Europe but sadly lacking in the American diet. Escarole's tender leaves have a hint of bitterness which is balanced in this dish by braising it in tomato broth with bay leaves for a rich and delicious "brodo." It is finished with grated Parmigiano Reggiano and black pepper. Add bone broth and re-season for a soup, or try serving it over polenta, rice, or pasta. Also great with Italian sausage or your favorite white fish.

Ingredients: escarole,* onions,* tomato puree and paste,* Parmigiano Reggiano,* olive oil, Celtic sea salt, garlic, black pepper,* bay leaves*  (*=organic)

Recipe is vegetarian, gluten-free, GAPS Diet-friendly, and contains Parmigiano Reggiano.

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.

Chicken and bone broth are simmered with activated brown rice and onions, then thickened with Coastal Hill Farm pastured eggs and plenty of fresh lemon juice for this simple, sumptuous Greek classic.

Ingredients: chicken meat* and bone broth,* brown rice,* onions,* pastured eggs,* lemon juice* and zest,* Celtic sea salt, white pepper,* bay leaves*  (* = organic)

Recipe is gluten-free, dairy-free, nightshade-free and black pepper-free.

Gremolata is parsley-based pesto, traditionally served with Osso Bucco. It is also delicious stirred into rice or white beans, dolloped on steamed fish or scrambled eggs, or used as the base for a salad dressing.

Ingredients: parsley,* Seka Hills olive oil, lemon juice,* garlic,* anchovies, lemon zest,* preserved lemon brine,* Celtic sea salt, black pepper* (* = organic)

Recipe is gluten-free, nightshade-free, dairy-free, Paleo and GAPS Diet-friendly.

Four 4 ounce patties. A delicious vegan burger, featuring soaked lentils, sunflower seeds, fresh veggies and herbs. We took our Lentil Veggie Burger Dough and made the patties for you!

Pan-fry (in frozen form or partially thawed) for a nourishing, inexpensive and GAPS Diet-friendly meal.  Dip into our wonderful TSH Cultured Mustard, or a sauce of your own devising. 

Ingredients: French green lentils,* carrots,* onions,* sprouted sunflower seeds,* sprouted lentil flour,* garlic,* olive oil, porcini powder,* Celtic sea salt, lemon juice,* oregano,* bay leaf*  (* = organic)

Recipe is vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, nightshade-free, black pepper-free and GAPS diet-friendly.

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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.

Originating as a Yemeni dish, but a common pesto throughout the region, Zhoug uses either cilantro or flowering coriander (cilantro that has moved to the flowering stage) as the base for a zesty and earthy green puree. It has a bit of heat, but we keep our version on the “family-friendly” side. Zhoug makes a wonderful accompaniment to grilled meats or vegetables. 

Ingredients: cilantro,* olive oil, garlic,* fresh & fermented serrano chiles,* lemon juice,* black peppercorns,* caraway seeds,* cumin seeds,* preserved lemon brine,* Celtic sea salt, cardamom seeds*  (* = organic) 

Recipe is vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, nut-free and GAPS/Paleo Diet-friendly.

Our new Oatmeal Raisin Cake was created by our cook and baker Linda. It's made with TSH Oatmeal, cassava, almond and coconut flours. The result is a lightly sweetened, satisfying gluten-free treat.  Enjoy! 

Ingredients: TSH Oatmeal (steelcut oats,* Celtic sea salt, cardamom*), Straus milk,* cassava flour,* coconut oil,* palm sugar,* almond flour,* pastured eggs,* raisins,* coconut flour,* baking powder, cinnamon,* Celtic sea salt, apple cider vinegar*  (* = organic)

Recipe is vegetarian, nightshade-free, black pepper-free and gluten-free (note: while oats are a naturally gluten-free grain, these oats come from a facility that also processes grains with gluten, so they are not certified gluten free).

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.

How lucky we are to have such a variety of vegetables from local farms! Sauteed carrots, mushrooms, green beans and chicken are simmered together in a mild peanut curry sauce, flavored with a housemade blend of toasted spices, along with coconut aminos and fresh lemon, and enriched with plenty of coconut milk. 

Ingredients: chicken,* chicken bone broth,* onions,* carrots,* mushrooms,* fresh-frozen green beans,* peanut butter,* Native Forest coconut milk (guar gum-free),* lemon juice,* cumin,* ginger,* coconut oil,* Red Boat Fish Sauce, Celtic sea salt, coriander,* honey, lemongrass,* garlic,* coconut aminos,*  coconut vinegar,* turmeric,* lemon zest*  (* = organic)

Recipe is gluten-free, dairy-free, nightshade-free, black pepper-free and GAPS Diet-friendly.

Inspired by a Sri Lankan dish most often made with beets, this is a delightful, mild vegetable saute where the earthy sweetness of carrots and coconut milk marry beautifully with the unique, aromatic flavor of curry leaves and a hint of zing from rice vinegar, while the jalapenos melt into a subtle warmth in the background. Can be eaten hot or just slightly warmed up, on its own, over rice, with red lentils or as a side to marinated grilled meat.

Ingredients: carrots,* coconut milk,* shallots,* brown rice vinegar,* untoasted sesame oil,* jalapenos,* Celtic sea salt, curry leaves, coriander seeds,* palm sugar*  (* = organic)

Recipe is vegan, black pepper-free and gluten-free.

A mild chili featuring the famous Three Sisters of Native America: maize, beans and squash. In our version, Alma Semillera heirloom posole is nixtamalized (cooked with slaked lime to release B Vitamins) and then simmered until tender in a savory and lightly spiced tomato base with white butter beans from Iacopi Farm in Half Moon Bay and butternut squash. When you eat this stew, celebrate Native American wisdom! Planting these three crops together provides benefits to each: corn provides a climbing structure for the beans, which add nitrogen to the soil, while the squash leaves shade the roots of the corn and the beans and prevent soil evaporation.

Ingredients: butternut squash,* posole,* butter beans, onions,* crushed tomatoes,* olive oil, garlic,* cilantro,* Celtic sea salt, apple cider vinegar,* coriander,* cumin,* paprika,* smoked paprika,* cinnamon,* chipotle powder,* cloves,* bay leaves, wild-harvested kombu sea vegetable (a small amount cooked with the beans to add nutrition and aid digestability)  (* = organic)

Recipe is vegan, gluten-free and dairy-free.

This delightful vegetarian soup features a beautiful local bean. These succulent butter beans from Iacopi Family Farm in Half Moon Bay are simmered in a vegetable broth with tomatoes, kale, escarole, rosemary and garlic, with a hint of authentic Parmigiano Reggiano for a luscious, nourishing soup. 

Ingredients: white butter beans, escarole,* onions,* kale,* carrots,* crushed tomatoes,* tomato paste* and puree,* Parmigiano Reggiano,* garlic,* olive oil, rosemary,* thyme,* Celtic sea salt, wild-foraged kombu  (* = organic)

Recipe is vegetarian, gluten-free, black pepper-free and contains Parmigiano Reggiano. 

In Italy, mini meatballs are called “Polpettini.” In our soup, seasoned ground beef is enriched with a bit of pureed liver, bound with pastured egg and oven-roasted. The meatballs are added to a saute of leeks, carrots, celery, fresh crimini mushrooms and a variety of dried mushrooms (reconstituted by soaking), with plenty of beef bone broth and a hint of fresh dill. Little nuggets of meaty goodness in a nourishing broth with plenty of veg and a note of fresh herb -- what more could you want?

Ingredients: grassfed ground beef, beef bone broth,* carrots,* celery,* leeks,* crimini mushrooms,* dried mushrooms (porcini, shiitake, oyster),* onions,* pastured eggs,* garlic,* beef liver,* porcini powder,* Celtic sea salt, dill,* red wine vinegar,* black pepper*  (* = organic)

Recipe is gluten-free, dairy-free, nightshade-free and GAPS Diet-friendly.

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)

Product comes frozen. This concentrated paste combines the adaptogenic power of turmeric with a bit of black pepper, which is known to increase turmeric's potency many times over. Designed as a base for Golden Milk, a classic Ayurvedic healing drink, you can also add it to broth or rice, blend it onto curries or stir-fries, even add it to scrambled eggs!

Serving suggestion: to make Golden Milk, stir 1/2 teaspoon of Golden Blend into 1 cup of heated milk of your choosing. Note: If you are taking other dietary herbs or supplements, you may want to check with your practitioner to make sure this is compatible.

Ingredients: coconut oil,* turmeric,* black pepper,* filtered water  (* = organic)

Recipe is vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, and GAPS/Paleo Diets-friendly.

Product note: We recommend using this product within 1 1/2 weeks, or freezing it. Product can be divided into individual servings (1/2 teaspoon) wrapped in wax paper and frozen in an airtight container for ease of use. 

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)  

This flavorful gelatin-rich broth is made from Marin Sun Farms beef bones and browned meat, filtered water, and a splash of apple cider vinegar. Our beef broth is cooked for approximately 48 hours before being jarred, lidded and cooled. According to Dr. Thomas Cowan, "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."

We do not recommend that you freeze the beef broth in these jars. Although the jars are meant to be freezer-safe, we have found that the beef broth can still crack the jar when frozen. You can transfer the broth to a different container to freeze it. We find that, unopened, the broth lasts for four weeks or more in the fridge.

Ingredients: Reverse-osmosis filtered water, grassfed beef bones and pan-seared beef, apple cider vinegar*  (* = organic)

Recipe is dairy-free, gluten-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 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.

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)

Organic rooibos "red bush" tea (no caffeine!) and unrefined sugar are cultured with a SCOBY (symbiotic colony of bacteria and yeast), and then flavored with kumquats and rose petals to produce a distinct beverage. The refreshing flavor of this komucha has made it a staff favorite! Kombucha, a traditional probiotic beverage, is considered by many to have a detoxifying effect on the body.

Ingredients: rooibos tea,* cane sugar,* kumquats,* rose petals, honey (* = organic)

We start by culturing onions, green jalapenos and garlic with Celtic sea salt. We combine this with cilantro and lime zest for a medium heat hot sauce with deep savory notes and a hint of citrus. Good for adding to scrambled eggs or Black Bean Refritos. 

Ingredients: onion,*^ green jalapenos,*^ garlic,^* cilantro,* Celtic sea salt, lime zest*   

(* = organic)  (^ = lacto-fermented)

Recipe is vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, black pepper-free and GAPS Diet-friendly.

This vegetarian pâté is rich with crimini and shiitake mushrooms sauteed in butter, deglazed with balsamic vinegar then pureed with toasted Crispy Walnuts for an amazingly rich treat! Spread it on gluten-free Cult Crackers, celery, or one of the delicious breads we offer.

Ingredients: crimini mushrooms,* Crispy Walnuts,* onions,* butter,* shiitake mushrooms,* garlic, parsley,* olive oil, thyme,* balsamic vinegar,* Celtic sea salt, black pepper*  (* = organic)

Recipe is vegetarian, gluten-free, nightshade-free and GAPS Diet-friendly.

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.

Organic gunpowder green tea and unrefined sugar are cultured with a SCOBY (symbiotic colony of bacteria and yeast), and then flavored with an infusion of nettle leaves for an unusual, delicious, and nourishing fermented drink. Kombucha is considered by many to have a detoxifying effect on the body.

Ingredients: filtered water, gunpowder green tea*, cane sugar*, nettle leaves*  (* = organic)

How do you make gravy without a thickener like flour, cornstarch or arrowroot? Thicken it with cauliflower! This gravy makes a perfect addition to the table if you or a guest are gluten-free, grain-free, Paleo, or following the GAPS protocol. Chicken bone broth, infused with vegetables and herbs, forms the base for this flavorful mushroom gravy. We saute onions until they begin to brown, then add cauliflower and herbs to the stock. When all is tender, we puree until smooth, then add plenty of sauteed sliced mushrooms. Broth based sauces and gravies were traditionally used not only to add deep flavor but to aid digestion.

Ingredients: chicken bone broth,* onions,* crimini mushrooms,* cauliflower,* carrots,* celery,* chicken fat,* porcini mushroom powder,* thyme*, sage,* Celtic sea salt, coconut aminos,* Allstar Organics celery salt,* black pepper*  (* = organic)

Recipe is gluten-free, dairy-free, and GAPS/Paleo Diets-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

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 Ginger Sesame Kraut (juice from 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.

Green cabbage is cultured with Celtic sea salt, carrots, ginger and black sesame seeds for a mild, sweet flavored kraut. This is the perfect condiment to your Halloween festivities. Nothing like a nourishing probiotic to balance out the sweet treats.

Ingredients: green cabbage,* carrots,* Celtic sea salt, ginger,* black sesame seeds*  (* = organic)

Recipe is vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, nightshade-free, black pepper-free and GAPS 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)

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.

This delicious ferment features a warm hint of leeks and scallions, all noted for their heart-healthy benefits. Our krauts are cultured for at least five weeks in German ceramic Harsch crocks for maximum nutrition.

Ingredients:  red cabbage,* scallion,* onion,* garlic,* Celtic sea salt  (* = organic)

Recipe is gluten-free, dairy-free, black pepper-free, nightshade-free and GAPS Diet-friendly.

This nightshade-free variation on traditional kimchi recipes features ample amounts of horseradish, along with garlic, ginger, leeks and scallions, and traditionally brewed fish sauce, to create a beautiful and distinctive kimchi. Crisp daikon rounds out the texture and flavor of this unique kimchi. It has a bit of bite -- but not the kind of heat you get with the hot chiles in our Spicy Red Kimchi -- its warming umami goodness rippling across the peppery notes. 

Ingredients: napa cabbage*, daikon*, leeks*, horseradish*, garlic*, ginger*, onion,* scallions*, Red Boat Fish Sauce (anchovies, sea salt), brown rice flour*, raw unfiltered honey, Celtic sea salt (*= organic) 

Recipe is gluten-free, dairy-free, black pepper-free, nightshade-free and not grain-free.

We've gone back to the original recipe and are using chicken broth and schmaltz in this dish.  Wild rice, Lundberg brown rice and red rice are steamed and tossed with sauteed onions, celery, and herbs for a festive side dish. Also makes a great gluten-free stuffing for a turkey or acorn squash. It comes fully cooked.

Ingredients: brown rice,* wild rice, red rice,* onions,* celery,* chicken broth broth (chicken, apple cide vinegar*), chicken schmaltz (chicken fat, onions*), Celtic sea salt, parsley,* sage,* thyme,* Allstar Organics celery salt,* black pepper*  (* = organic)

Recipe is nightshade-free, gluten-free and dairy-free.