We wait all year for asparagus to hit the streets, then it's gone with the last rains. Enjoy it while it lasts. Organic chicken is simmered in mineral-rich bone broth with asparagus, leeks and chard, along with celery, parsley and fresh herbs.

Ingredients: chicken meat* and bone broth,* asparagus,* 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.

Massa Organics brown rice is cooked in our mineral-rich chicken bone broth with onions and garlic until tender, then simmered with chicken and generously seasoned with a mild, plant-powered "salsa" of fresh cilantro and parsley, scallions and lime for our nutrient-dense version of Peru’s classic Arroz con Pollo. 

Ingredients: chicken meat* and bone broth,* brown rice,* onions,* scallions,* cilantro,* parsley,* garlic,* Celtic sea salt, lime juice* & zest,* orange juice,* coconut oil,* olive oil, cumin,* black pepper*  (* = organic)

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

Grassfed brisket is marinated in a traditional seasoned brine, then braised in mineral-rich broth with aromatic spices and carrots, turnips, cabbage and rutabagas from local Bay Area farms. The term "corning" comes from the nuggets of rock salt often used in this traditional meat preservation method.

Ingredients: grassfed beef and beef bone broth, brine (filtered water, Celtic sea salt, garlic,* apple cider vinegar,* honey,* bay leaves,* mustard seeds,* peppercorns,* curing salt (sodium chloride and sodium nitrite)*, celery seeds*), cabbage,* carrots,* onions,* rutabagas,* turnips,* mustard seed,* allspice,* black pepper,* cloves*  (* = organic)

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

Note: We use nitrite because there is evidence that a small amount of sodium nitrite is healthier than a large amount of so-called natural vegetable-based nitrate such as celery powder, which can convert to toxic nitrosamines in the body. Check out the article "Save Your Bacon" by Kaayla Daniel on the Weston A. Price Foundation website and "The 'No-Nitrates Added' Hoax" by master charcutier Michael Ruhlman.

Our "Meaty Pint."  Grassfed beef is  enriched with a bit of pureed beef liver and sauteed with onions, spice, herbs and fresh arugula for a delicious dish that can be eaten as is or served over rice, pasta, or potatoes, ow with steamed vegetables and olive oil.

Ingredients: ground beef, onions,* tomato paste,* beef bone broth, arugula,* garlic,* beef liver, Celtic sea salt, apple cider vinegar,* thyme,* oregano,* cinnamon,* allspice,* bay leaves* (*=organic)

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

Another new addition to our Ground Chicken Meaty Pint lineup, this lovely dish came into being as a "rescue recipe" to make good use of extra ground chicken and green beans, and we knew we had a winner! Organic ground chicken is seared and sauteed with caramelized onions and green beans, then simmered in a broth-based, buttery sauce with lemon, capers, garlic and herbs. We mix in a bit of pureed chicken liver for added nutrient density. Great right out of the jar, or serve over rice, with butter beans or on a bed of sauteed greens with (more) garlic and lemon.

Ingredients: ground chicken,* chicken bone broth,* onions,* green beans,* butter,* lemon juice,* caper brine, capers, garlic,* pureed chicken liver,* parsley,* thyme,* lemon zest*  (* = organic)

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

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.

This frozen, ready-to-cook raw meatloaf is made with grassfed beef. Instead of breadcrumbs, we use lentils that have been soaked and pureed to create a classic meatloaf texture. We finely mince onions, carrots and celery, then enrich the loaf with a bit of liver, bind it with pastured eggs and season it lightly. This meatloaf will feed 2-3 people.

Ingredients: grassfed ground beef,* French green lentils,* onions,* carrots,* celery,* pastured eggs,* beef liver,* tomato paste,* parsley,* garlic,* thyme,* porcini mushroom powder,* mustard powder,* paprika,* Celtic sea salt, black pepper,* cayenne*  (* = organic)

Instructions: Remove the paper lid before baking. Preheat oven to 350º. If desired, spread meatloaf with a layer of ketchup. Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 35-40 minutes if defrosted, one hour or more if still frozen. Uncover for last 10-15 minutes. Pierce with a knife to test if juices run clear. Defrosted meatloaf can also be rolled into meatballs, then cooked.

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

We'll go head-to-head with any mac & cheese! California brown rice is soaked overnight in enzymatic water, then steamed and mixed with Straus butter and milk, along with pastured eggs. We add sauteed kale, leeks, baby spinach, plenty of Sierra Nevada Graziers raw grassfed cheddar, and our own Yogurt Cream. It's all baked until golden for a delicious, classic casserole that can be eaten for breakfast, lunch or dinner, and is a big hit with kids! 

Ingredients: brown rice,* Sierra Nevada Graziers raw cheddar cheese,* pastured eggs,* kale,* spinach,* leeks,* Straus milk,* Yogurt Cream,* butter,* Celtic sea salt, nutmeg*  (* = organic)

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

Directions: Best eaten hot or warm. Reheat slices in a covered pan with a little milk or water, or remove lid and place entire pie in a preheated 350° oven for 20-30 minutes or until warmed through.

Shiitake mushrooms are a featured flavor in this complex infusion of roasted garlic and stimulating spices finished with a delicate floral note of chrysanthemums. The ingredients in this broth balance warming and cooling properties, stimulating and soothing, and provide a variety of health benefits. Chrysanthemum and shiitakes, for example, are known in Chinese medicine to be beneficial for the immune system and blood pressure, while black peppercorns and ginger support circulation and digestion. Heat and sip by itself, or use as a soup base with your favorite proteins, vegetables or noodles.

Ingredients: chicken bone broth,* garlic,* shiitake mushrooms,* dry white wine,* orange juice,* ginger,* Celtic sea salt, white wine vinegar,* chrysanthemum flowers, black peppercorns,* bay leaves,* cloves,* annatto seeds,* fenugreek seeds*  (* = organic)

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

This delicious soup is a dairy-free version of a cream of mushroom soup, with abundant mushrooms and a great depth of flavor.

Ingredients: crimini mushrooms,* onions,* filtered water, Seka Hills olive oil, parsley,* dried porcini,* shiitake,* oyster* mushrooms, thyme,* Allstar Organics celery salt,* porcini powder,* Celtic sea salt  (* = organic) 

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

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: 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. 

For this Northern Indian dish, Yukon Gold potatoes are simmered with tomato puree, ginger, and an array of spices. Try serving it with a dollop of yogurt cream and Indian bread for a delicious side dish.

Ingredients: potatoes,* tomato puree,* coconut oil,* ginger,* Celtic sea salt, brown mustard seeds,* cumin seeds,* turmeric, fennel seeds,* nigella (kalonji) seeds,* fenugreek,* red chile pepper flakes,* cayenne (*= organic)

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

A perfect meal to go! For this version we've omitted the baby kale and spinach and are using lacinato kale.  We start with our housemade Caesar Dressing, made with pastured eggs, our own probiotic Cultured Mustard and Omega 3-rich anchovies, then layer tender cooked navy beans, lacinato kale, topped with a sprinkling of authentic Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese. Serve at room temperature. Shake to combine ingredients or pour into a large bowl and toss before serving.

Ingredients: lacinato kale,* navy beans* Parmigiano Reggiano,* TSH Caesar Dressing (olive oil, pastured egg yolks,* lemon juice,* lemon zest,* TSH Cultured Mustard (yellow mustard seed,* onion powder,* sweet paprika,* turmeric,* apple cider vinegar,* white wine vinegar,* honey,* sauerkraut brine (juice from green cabbage,* Celtic sea salt)), capers, garlic,* anchovies, black pepper,* kombu*  (* = organic)

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

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).

Aster Tezare grew up in Eritrea where everyone kept a jar of kemem tsebhi on hand to add to lentils, beans, or rice or to spread on bread such as injera. This version of the condiment is pureed with a combination of parsley, ginger, roasted and raw garlic, and Seka Hills olive oil. It is perfect for stirring into broth or for topping soup, stew, fish, grains, or chicken for added brightness and flavor. Aster, who was our sister in the kitchen before moving to Sacramento, claims it will cure any cold. 

Ingredients: garlic,* ginger,* parsley,* olive oil, Celtic sea salt (*=organic)

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

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.

Rather than using grain flour, our Paleo Banana Bread is made with almond, cassava (a new addiiton to the recipe) 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.