Chicken is simmered in a mild broth infused with pasilla and guajillo chiles, with summer squash, and green chard. We finish it with cilantro, epazote and a hint of lime. This seasonal soup is perfect with avocado slices or grated cheese. Adding a few tortilla chips (try cutting strips of fresh Alma Semillera corn tortillas and pan-frying them) and you have a nutritious version of Tortilla Soup.

Ingredients: chicken* and chicken bone broth,* summer squash,* onions,* celery,* chard,* tomato paste,* cilantro,* garlic,* Allstar Applewood Smoked Salt, dried pasilla & guajillo chiles, lime juice and zest,* Celtic sea salt, epazote, oregano,* smoked paprika,* bay leaves,* chipotle powder*  (* = organic)

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

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.

We've used beef instead of lamb for this traditonal dish. Grassfed beef is coated in a Middle-Eastern spice blend called baharat, then braised until tender with Yukon gold potatoes, chickpeas, onions, tomato paste and garlic. The dish is finished with plenty of fresh parsley, mint, and lemon zest.

Ingredients: grassfed beef,* beef bone broth,* potatoes,* onions,* chickpeas,* tomato paste,* garlic,* fresh mint,* parsley,* Celtic sea salt, lemon zest & juice,* oregano,* black pepper,* paprika,* cumin seed,* coriander,* allspice,* cinnamon,* cardamom,* mace,* bay leaves* 

(* = organic)

Recipe is gluten-free and dairy-free.

Our weekly "Meaty Pint." Grassfed ground beef is simmered with onions, tomato paste, garlic and spices, and a bit of bone broth and pureed liver, for a meaty filling that can be eaten as is, used as a stuffing for fresh peppers or a taco filling, or a great Sloppy Joe for kids of all ages. 

Ingredients: grassfed ground beef, beef bone broth,* onions,* tomato paste,* olive oil, beef liver,* garlic,* thyme,* oregano,* Celtic sea salt,* parsley,* red wine vinegar,* black pepper,* cinnamon,* allspice,* bay leaves*  (* = organic)

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

Our weekly "Meaty Pint." -- now with meatballs.  Our slow-cooked Puttanesca Sauce is packed with umami from kalamata olives, capers, Omega 3-rich anchovies, and of course our chicken bone broth. Broth-based sauces are present in many traditional diets to accompany meaty and starchy dishes, adding the digestive support and nutrient-density of bone broth, alongside nourishing plant foods like cooked tomatoes, olives, onions and herbs. In this dish, organic chicken is mixed with caramelized onions and then simmered in our Puttanesca Sauce. Lovely on it's own, or serve with pasta, rice, roasted potatoes or on a bed of sauteed greens. Add a dollop of pesto for some extra green power!

Ingredients: chicken meatballs (ground chicken,* onions,* pastured eggs,* pureed chicken liver,* garlic,* sprouted lentil flour,* Celtic sea salt, black pepper*), chicken bone broth,* onions,* crushed tomatoes,* tomato paste,* kalamata olives, parsley,* olive oil, capers, garlic,* anchovies, Celtic sea salt, black pepper,* red chile pepper flakes*  (* = organic)

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

*Contains heated olive oil

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.

We developed a gluten-free and dairy-free version of this classic Persian frittata-like pie, which is a staple in Iran and has become a hot street food in London! Deeply herbacious, this pie features plenty of spinach, chard, parsley, cilantro and dill baked in a rich custard of pastured eggs, sprinkled with a few tart barberries, a traditional ingredient. Enjoy this vegetarian main dish anytime -- hot, cold or room temperature. 

Ingredients: pastured eggs,* onions,* leeks,* chard,* spinach,* almond flour,* Seka Hills olive oil, parsley,* cilantro,* scallions,* Celtic sea salt, dill,* dried barberries, fenugreek leaves, baking soda, turmeric,* black pepper*  (* = organic)

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

Here's a delightful vegan soup featuring first-of-the-season Bay Area asparagus and navy beans with plenty of fresh lemon, parsley, rosemary and thyme. 

Ingredients: asparagus,* navy beans,* onions,* leeks,* vegetable broth (onions, carrots, celery),* *olive oil, rosemary,* garlic, parsley,* Celtic sea salt, thyme,* lemon juice and zest,* bay leaves,*wild-harvested kombu**  (* = organic)

Recipe is vegan, gluten-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.

A beautiful, probiotic, vinegar-free salad with a wonderful burst of citrus flavor. It features our Vital Heart Kraut, and the dressing includes orange juice that has been cooked down until thick and aromatic. Blanched carrots and vibrant greens complement the kraut, along with sprouted and toasted pumpkin seeds. A perfect meal to go! 

Ingredients: baby arugula,* Vital Heart Kraut (red cabbage,* onion,* garlic,* Celtic sea salt) carrots,* pepitas,* olive oil, orange juice,* lemon juice,* Celtic sea salt  (* = organic) 

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

Red beets are steamed until tender, then tossed with blanched onions, dill, olive oil, Bernie's Best Raw Apple Cider Vinegar, and probiotic sauerkraut brine from our housemade krauts for a delicious condiment or an addition to a salad.

Ingredients: red beets,* onions,* apple cider vinegar,* sauerkraut brine (juice from green cabbage,* beets,* Celtic sea salt, caraway seeds*), olive oil, Celtic sea salt, black pepper,* dill*  (*=organic)

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

This rich and zesty pesto combines fresh basil with luscious Seka Hills olive oil, produced by the Yocha Dehe Wintun Nation in the Capay Valley, our housemade Crispy Walnuts and authentic Parmigiano Reggiano.

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

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

Infused with lime zest, the tang of freshly squeezed lime juice is balanced with the sweetness of honey, then set with Great Lakes gelatin before being topped with a layer of coconut cream gelatina.

Ingredients: filtered water, lime juice,* coconut milk (guar gum-free),* raw honey, grassfed beef gelatin,* lime zest,* vanilla extract,* Celtic sea salt, lime essential oil* (* = organic)

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

Our irresistible gluten-free brownies are made with plenty of butter and pastured eggs, and our own Crispy Walnuts. Here at the kitchen, we cut the brownies into very small pieces, warm them a bit and then sprinkle them with sea salt... Yum!

Ingredients: palm sugar,* cocoa powder,* Straus butter,* Crispy Walnuts* (soaked and dehydrated), pastured eggs,* potato flour,* coconut flour,* vanilla extract,* Celtic sea salt  (* = organic)

Recipe is vegetarian, gluten-free and contains butter and nuts.