Hot Carob Drink

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  Mmmm hot carob!  Have you tried it?  If not, you might be surprised to know that it is a creamy, dreamy sweet drink-- like cocoa, but creamier and without the bitterness.  And without caffeine. And without theobromine. And, as I discovered, it helps to settle a wonky tummy (otherwise known as 'diarrhea'). Without creating the reverse 'issues' (i.e., constipation). Or, that is what it did in this household. I am not a medical practitioner, just someone looking for a possible help for a problem and finding many indications that a hot carob drink can 'do the trick'. See this article in Healthline , for example. Please check it out with your own health provider. I have baked with carob powder (muffins, cakes, cookies, bliss balls) and carob chips, but hadn't checked out the hot drink. I like it better than cocoa (hot chocolate). THE SIMPLE RECIPE FOR 1 CUP OF HOT CAROB DRINK: For one mug of hot carob: Slowly heat a cup of non-dairy milk on the stove until it

Barley and Corn Casserole

Delicious, nutritious corn and barley casserole

This hearty casserole is also a roast vegetable stew-- it can be baked at 350F or just stir-fried on the stove-top and then put in a casserole pan to serve. A perfect potluck casserole.

IN HEAVY SKILLET, sauté the following:
1 T. Coconut Oil
2 cloves Garlic, minced
1 Onion, chopped

3 C. Water (or Vegetable Stock)
1 C. Pot Barley
2 Carrots, diced

COVER and Bake at 350F or Simmer about 1 hour

ADD:
2 C.    Kernel Corn
1/2 C. Fresh Parsley, chopped
2  T.    Chicken-Style Seasoning, or Salt and Pepper to taste

If baking, continue to bake until hot through (maybe 10-20 minutes for the corn depending on your oven)

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Hot Carob Drink