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.

A new chili!  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.

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 and chicken 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 beef is sauteed with onions and fresh basil, spices and herbs, then enriched with liver for a delicious dish that can be eaten as is or served over rice, pasta, or potatoes. Top with a dollop of yogurt cream.

Ingredients: ground beef,* onions,* beef bone broth,* tomato paste,* basil,* garlic,* beef liver,* lemon juice,* olive oil, 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.

Our version of the classic, with poached chicken, apples, tarragon, celery, red onion 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,* celery,* red onion,* 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*), Granny Smith apples,* parsley,* lemon juice,* Celtic sea salt, Dijon mustard (water, mustard seed,* vinegar,* salt, turmeric,* spice*), tarragon,* black pepper* (*=organic) 

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

Grassfed, Regenerative-Certified beef and pastured pork are simmered with green olives, capers, raisins and seasonings, and enriched with a bit of pureed liver for the base of this casserole. A flavorful puree of black beans slow-cooked in bone broth forms the upper layer, and top is sprinkled with grassfed Sierra Nevada cheddar cheese, for one of our most popular casseroles.

Ingredients: ground grassfed beef and pastured pork, black beans,* beef bone broth, onions,* cheddar cheese,* tomato paste,* raisins,* capers, green olives, garlic,* beef liver, apple cider vinegar,* Celtic sea salt, cumin,* oregano,* chili powder (dried ancho,* pasilla* and guajillo* chiles), black pepper,* coriander,* paprika,* cinnamon,* smoked paprika,* wild-harvested kombu, bay leaves*  (* = organic)

Recipe is gluten-free and contains dairy.

The Specific Carbohydrate Diet (SCD) considers black beans permissible while the Gut and Psychology Syndrome Diet (GAPS) considers them off-limits. 

Each pound of beans is cooked with a one inch piece of kombu sea vegetable which is not on the GAPS Diet Introductory Diet or SCD protocol.

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.

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.

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 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.

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 lovely and simple tonic infuses the flavors and healing powers of seasonal greens into our chicken bone broth. Enjoy as is, make it a soup with chicken or beans, sauteed vegetables and fresh herbs, or use it as a base to cook your rice or beans and give them a subtly rich, herbaceous flavor!

Ingredients: chicken bone broth* infused with fennel,* asparagus,* parsley,* dandelion,* Bernie's Best apple cider vinegar,* marjoram-infused white wine vinegar,* Celtic sea salt  (*=organic)

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

Split peas are slowly simmered in a vegetable broth with leeks and celery, then pureed with fresh dill and combined with a saute of tender kale, carrots and rutabagas for a plant-powered spin on the classic.

Ingredients: green split peas,* leeks,* celery,* carrots,* rutabaga,* onions,* kale,* olive oil, arugula,* fresh dill,* Celtic sea salt, apple cider vinegar,* Concentrace Trace Minerals,^ kombu, baking soda^^  (*=organic)

Recipe is vegan, gluten-free, nightshade-free and black pepper-free. Each pound of beans are cooked with a one inch piece of kombu sea vegetable which is not on the GAPS Diet protocol Introductory Diet (see notes below).

^The liquid trace minerals are used in minute quantities in the cooking of the split peas to prevent them from "seizing" (becoming hard when cooked).

^^Baking soda is used in pre-soaking the split peas, which are then drained and rinsed before cooking.

Savor the last of Gazpacho season! Over 100 pounds of ripe, local tomatoes came rolling off the vines and into our kitchen this weekend. Slow-roasted Roma tomatoes are blended with fresh heirloom tomatoes, Persian cucumbers, red onion, sweet peppers and carrots, with a splash of our probiotic sauerkraut brine. A delightful change of pace on a warm day. What could be better? And where else will you find a probiotic, organic gazpacho? Chop a little fresh basil as a garnish, try it with a dollop of yogurt or toast from one of our artisanal bread bakers dipped in Seka Hills olive oil! 

Ingredients: fresh tomatoes,* celery,* carrots,* cucumbers,* red bell peppers,* red onions,* olive oil,  parsley,* garlic,* red wine vinegar,* sauerkraut brine (juice from green cabbage,* Celtic sea salt), white wine vinegar,* lemon juice,* Celtic sea salt (*=organic)

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

Versions of Callaloo can be found throughout the Caribbean. Ours is closest to the one you might find in Grenada -- a creamy puree of greens rich with coconut milk. While traditional versions often feature taro greens or amaranth, the soup is easily adapted to whatever leafy greens flourish locally and in season. This week we're featuring a mix of collard greens, chard and dandelion greens. A hint of ginger, garlic, coriander and nutmeg augment the natural richness of the greens, and plenty of coconut milk forms the base.

Ingredients: collard greens,* chard,* coconut milk (guar gum-free),* onions,* dandelion greens,* coconut oil,* garlic,* lemon juice,* ginger,* Celtic sea salt, black pepper,* coriander,* nutmeg,* mace*  (* = organic)

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

Traditionally, Fattoush salads feature crispy toasted pita chips. We wanted to keep it grain-free, so we've added French green lentils instead. This lovely mix of romaine hearts, the first local cherry tomatoes and Persian cucumbers of the season and sheep feta features a sprightly sumac and mint vinaigrette. 

Ingredients: romaine hearts,* green lentils,* cucumbers,* cherry tomatoes,* sheep feta cheese, sumac vinaigrette (olive oil, red wine vinegar,* fresh lemon juice,* mint,* ground sumac,* Celtic sea salt, garlic,* black pepper*)  (* = organic)

Recipe is vegetarian and gluten-free.

Mudajara - a pilaf of lentils, rice, caramelized onions and mild warming spices. Our take on the classic dish deviates a bit from traditon by incorporating the deeply flavorful caramelized onions into the lentils and rice rather than topping the dish with cripsy onions. Try it with this week's Tahini Yogurt Sauce with Lemon. Add some grilled meat or veggies to make it a satisfying meal.

Ingredients: onions,* French green lentils,* Massa Organics brown rice,* olive oil,  Celtic sea salt, cumin seeds,* coriander seeds,* allspice,* cinnamon,* turmeric*   (* = organic)

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

Reheating Instructions: If frozen, let thaw in refrigerator at least 8 hours before reheating.

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.  Remove cardboard lid from tin. Cover tin with foil and put in oven for 15 minutes.  Remove foil and return to oven for 5-10 minutes. Serve hot or at room temperature.

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) or our Hummus.

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.

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.

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, and it's a great way to get your green on! 

Ingredients: cilantro,* olive oil, garlic,* fresh 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.

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.

A scrumptious offering from our fabulous bakers! Gluten-free, dairy-free, and delicious. One bite and you'll feel like you just walked out of a corner bakery in Budapest.

Ingredients: housemade coconut milk,* pastured eggs,* coconut palm sugar,* coconut oil,* almond flour,* lime and lemon juice,* coconut flour,* potato flour,* rice flour,* arrowroot,* poppy seeds,* lime and lemon zest,* baking soda, baking powder, vanilla extract,* Celtic sea salt, lemon essential oil*  (* = organic)

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

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.