Baby Lima beans are activated by soaking and slow-cooked in chicken bone broth, then simmered in more broth with chicken, dandelion greens, escarole and chard from local farms. This nourishing and satisfying seasonal soup is finished with fresh rosemary. Try it with rice and grated Parmigiano Reggiano on top.

Ingredients: chicken,* chicken bone broth,* baby Lima beans,* onions,* chard,* escarole,* dandelion greens,* olive oil, garlic,* rosemary,* Celtic sea salt, thyme,* sage,* bay leaves,* wild-foraged kombu  (* = organic)

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

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 Lundberg 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,* Lundberg 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.

This chili starts with grassfed, Regenerative Certified ground beef from Carman Ranch, simmered with California-grown Pleasant Grove black beans cooked in beef bone broth, carrots, celery, onions, tomato paste, garlic and mild savory spices. Unlike probably any other chili you've ever eaten, ours is enriched with bone broth and a bit of beef beef liver for added nutrition. Add some diced avocado, and top it with shredded Sierra Nevada raw cow or goat cheddar!

Ingredients: grassfed ground beef, beef broth, black beans,* onions,* carrots,* celery,* tomato paste,* garlic,* beef liver, cumin,* oregano,* marjoram,* paprika,* apple cider vinegar,* Celtic sea salt, aji chile paste (aji chiles, citric acid),* chili powder,* black pepper,* coriander,* smoked paprika,* cinnamon,* bay leaves,* chipotle powder,* cayenne*  (* = organic)

Recipe is gluten-free and dairy-free.

The Specific Carbohydrate Diet (SCD) considers black beans "legal" while the Gut and Psychology Syndrome Diet (GAPS) considers them "illegal." 

In Italy, mini meatballs are known as “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 and 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.

Our weekly "Meaty Pint." This traditional Ragu Bolognese is full of regenerative certified grassfed ground beef and pastured heritage-breed ground pork, enriched with bone broth and a bit of pureed liver. Seasoned with tomato paste, onions, garlic and herbs, this dish can be eaten by itself or ladled over polenta, rice, gnocchi, pasta or a bed of sauteed greens. Also great layered into lasagne or other casseroles.

Ingredients: ground grassfed beef* and ground pastured pork, beef bone broth,* tomato paste* and puree,* onions,* carrots,* celery,* red wine,* pureed pork liver,* garlic, Celtic sea salt, parsley,* bay leaves,* oregano,* marjoram,* black pepper*  (* = organic)

Recipe is dairy-free, gluten-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.

Our version of the classic, with poached chicken, red onion, celery, raisins and an avocado oil based mayonnaise. A perfect addition to any picnic. Top with our chopped crispy nuts - walnut or almond or a sprinkling of Crispy Pepitas. Avoiding gluten? Serve in a lettuce cup for a refreshing (and gluten-free) lunch. Or try it with one of our gluten-free breads.

Ingredients: chicken meat,* Chosen Classic Avocado Oil Mayonnaise (avocado oil, filtered water, egg yolks, whole eggs,* distilled white vinegar,* mustard (distilled vinegar, water, mustard seed, salt, spices),* salt, rosemary extract*), red onion,* celery,* raisins,* curry powder,* lemon juice,* parsley,* Celtic sea salt, black pepper* (*=organic) 

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

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, 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.

Guisto's polenta is slowly cooked with Straus grassfed milk and butter. The creamy polenta is layered with ratatouille with the best of summer's bounty for a gluten-free comfort food redolent with classic Italian flavors.

Ingredients: eggplant,* summer squash,* polenta,* Straus milk,* onions,* peppers,* butter* crushed tomatoes,* olive oil, garlic,* basil,* oregano,* Celtic sea salt, thyme,* black pepper*  (*=organic)

Recipe is gluten-free and contains dairy.

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.

Four 4 ounce patties. Marin Sun Farms ground pork is seasoned with minced onions, fennel seeds, herbs, and a hint of spice. The mixture is enriched with liver for a classic and traditional mild Italian-style pork sausage. These raw patties are frozen and ready-to-cook.

Ingredients: ground pastured pork, minced onions,* liver, parsley,* garlic,* fennel seeds,* Celtic sea salt, crushed red pepper chili flakes,* black pepper* (* = organic)

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

Four 4 ounce patties. Our grassfed ground beef comes from Carman Ranch, the first Regenerative Certified meat producer in the country, and a collective of women-owned ranches in California and Oregon that practice holistic pasture management to support soil health, ecosystem diversity and carbon capture. And the meat is super-tasty! We blend in minced onions, herbs, sea salt and pepper, and enrich the meat with bit of pureed beef liver for a nutrient-dense patty. These hamburgers come raw, frozen and ready-to-cook.

Ingredients: grassfed ground beef, onions,* beef liver, parsley,* Celtic sea salt, thyme,* black pepper*  (* = organic)

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

This flavorful broth is made from the roasted bones, feet and heads of organic chickens, along with fresh-pressed ginger and turmeric juices. 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,* ginger,* turmeric,* TSH Golden Blend (coconut oil,* turmeric,* black pepper*), Celtic sea salt  (*=organic)

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

A dairy and coconut-free version of our creamy broccoli soup. Broccoli is simmered with onions, leeks, cauliflower and gentle spices in vegetable broth until tender. The soup is then pureed with plenty of parsley, a splash of lemon juice, and enough salt and nutmeg to balance the flavors.

Ingredients: broccoli,* vegetable broth (onions, carrots, celery),* onions,* leeks,* cauliflower,* olive oil, white wine,* lemon juice,* parsley,* garlic,* Celtic sea salt, yellow mustard seed,* Allstar Organics Celery Salt,* thyme,* sage,* nutmeg*  (*=organic)

Recipe is vegan, Paleo, gluten-free, dairy-free, nightshade-free, black pepper-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. 

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.

An easy, lovely dish, with soaked lentils to improve digestion and maximize nutrient availability. Roasted cauliflower, carrots and French green lentils are tossed in a bright, mildly-spiced dressing. Serve at room temperature.

Ingredients: cauliflower,* French green lentils,* carrots,* olive oil, cilantro,* scallions,* lemon juice,* garlic,* Celtic sea salt, cumin,* sweet paprika,* black pepper,* smoked paprika,* turmeric,* coriander,* cinnamon,* allspice,* nutmeg,* cloves*  (* = organic)

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

A twist on traditional Colcannon. This version features cauliflower mashed with plenty of ghee from Straus butter, then combined with sauteed leeks and kale for this low carb take on the classic Irish side dish.

Ingredients: cauliflower,* leeks,* kale,* housemade ghee,* Celtic sea salt, black pepper*  (* = organic)

Recipe is vegetarian, gluten-free, nightshade-free, GAPS Diet friendly and contains dairy in the form of ghee.

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.)

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.

Our version of the classic olive tapenade. We blend green olives, salt-pack anchovies, fresh parsley, capers, lemon, garlic, and lovely Seka Hills olive oil. Try it with Sierra Nevada chevre and one of our bread offerings or Cult Crackers.

Ingredients: green olives* (brined in sea salt and citric acid), olive oil, lemon juice,* parsley,* capers, garlic,* anchovies, Celtic sea salt  (* = 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 Straus sour cream. Warm it up first for an especially intoxicating experience!

Ingredients: coconut flour,* rice flour,* potato flour,* Straus 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.

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.