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

BBQ Tofu & Vegetables

Here is a lovely standby recipe for barbecue tofu and vegetables that uses familiar ingredients you likely already have in your kitchen.

MARINADE: 
1/4 C. Soy Sauce / Tamari
1/2  tsp. Chili Powder
1/2  tsp. Pepper
1     tsp. Mustard
2     blocks Firm Tofu, diced small (approx. 1/2- 3/4 inch pieces)

SIMMER UNTIL TENDER:
1 C. Water
2 medium Carrots
2 stalks Celery
1 Green Bell Pepper, chopped coarse
1 Red Bell Pepper, chopped coarse
2 large Potatoes, diced

IN ANOTHER POT, Steam:
4 Leaves & Stems Fresh Chard, chopped
1 C. Water

ADD:
Marinated Tofu to other Vegetables
Steamed Chard (or other leafy greens)

ADD:
Barbecue Sauce of choice to taste

Simmer all until tender.

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Hot Carob Drink