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

GUACAMOLE SPREAD or DRESSING Recipe (Gluten-free, vegan, nut-free)




Guacamole Spread... tomatoes can be added later, as in this photo

*2 C. Avocado (ripe)
*1 T. Lemon or Lime Juice
*1/2 tsp. Salt
*Pinch Garlic Salt
*1 hearty slice Fresh Tomato (*see alternative below)
*2 tsp. chopped Onion

Blenderize until smooth, or mash Avocado, add Salt, Garlic Salt and Lemon Juice. Chop Tomato and Onion fine and combine all ingredients.

 Chill covered to keep Avocado from turning dark. For Salad Dressing, make a thinner consistency by adding small amounts of water.


**Bread in picture is Silver Hills Gluten-Free Omega 3 Flax Bread

~ recipe by Wyona Hertwig

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