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Bible Food - The Book of Galatians

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For some strange reason, occasionally I get a whim to find out what people in the "Biblelands" would have eaten at the time of the writing of a particular piece.  Apart from the references to meat and dairy, much of what the people ate in those days, in that place, sounds like a good fit for a touring vegan.  Today we did a little dip into the Book of Galatians,  a letter (epistle) written by the apostle Paul to the Christian communities in Galatia.   Scholars date Galatians to around AD 48–55. If it was written earlier, it would be one of Paul's first letters, possibly before the Jerusalem Council (Acts 15, AD 49), which addressed the issue of Gentile converts following Jewish customs.   The main theme of the letter is justification by faith rather than adherence to the Mosaic Law. Paul strongly argues against the teaching that Gentile Christians must follow Jewish laws (like circumcision) to be saved. He defends his apostleship, emphasizes the role of grace, ...
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Sunflower Seed-Cashew Mayo Recipe (Gluten-free, Vegan)

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Sunflower Seed-Cashew Mayo  WHIZ the following together in a blender: *2 C. Cold Water *1 C. raw Sunflower seeds *1 C. raw Cashews *1/2 tsp. Salt *1/4 tsp. Tumeric BLEND until smooth PLACE in a bowl and stir in 1/2C. Lemon Juice COOL to thicken. MORE GREAT MAYO RECIPES ON THIS SITE Veggin Out Cashew Mayo Quick Cashew Mayo Tofu Mayo
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Avocado-Cucumber Appetizer Recipe (gluten-free, vegan)

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Avocado-Cucumber Appetizers with Shredded Carrots (alternative to Sprouts) MASH an Avocado with a fork, whip until creamy ADD : *1 T. Lemon Juice *1/2 C. Green Onion , chopped *1 T. Chicken-style Seasoning (no MSG)** *1 C. Alfalfa Sprouts , chopped or shredded Carrots (as in photo) *2 English Cucumbers , peeled and cut in half lengthwise, then cut into 2" sections Spread Avocado Mix on Cucumbers,as you would with an open-face sandwich **Make the chicken-style seasoning yourself and avoid the high prices, the undesirable ingredients and enjoy that home-made buzz!
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Recipe for Corn-Potato Chowder (Dairy-free, Vegan, CAN be Gluten-Free)

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Corn-Potato Chowder - image from Pinterest *2 C. Potato, cubed *1/2C. Carrot, diced *2 C. Corn Niblets (or Cream Corn) *1 Onion, chopped fine *1/2C. Celery, chopped *IF USING FRESH CORN, natural starch will thicken chowder. If using canned or frozen corn, you will need to add 2 T. Flour (OR 2 T. starch for Gluten-free chowder) *Salt and Pepper and/or Mrs. Dash to taste *ADD THICK, smooth Almond Cream (Blend 1 C. Water to 1 C. Soaked Blanched Almonds) In the video below find a similar vegan corn chowder recipe (larger portions)using cashew cream vs. almondcream and basil as a spice. Enjoy!
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Recipe for Washington Chowder (Gluten-free, Dairy-free, Vegan)

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Washington Chowder IN 2-QUART SAUCE PAN: *1/4 C. Oil *1 C. Chopped Onion *1 C. Chopped Celery *2 C. Diced Potato *2 C. Cubed Tomatoes *1/4 tsp. Savory *1 tsp. Salt *Pepper to taste ADD: 3 C. Water SIMMER 10- 15 Minutes ADD: Cashew Cream (1 C. Water to 1/2 C. Cashews blended smooth) If chowder is too watery, add a slurry of 1/4 C. Water and 1 T. Cornstarch OPTIONAL: 1 clove Minced Garlic
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Sunflower-Nut Meat Balls Recipe (egg-free, dairy-free, vegan)

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Sunflower Nut "Meatballs" immersed in a veggie stew-- great also as a part of a traditional Spaghetti and Meatball  Dinner This popular sunflower nut meatballs recipe is quick to make and very attractive and delicious to serve. Sunflower seeds are an inexpensive plant protein that are a nice economic break from the cost of many other nuts and seeds.   In a food processor, or by hand, FINELY CHOP   *1 cup/140 g raw sunflower seeds and *1 cup/120 g pecans or walnuts   IN MIXING BOWL PUT :  *4 cups/200 g. wholewheat bread crumbs or rolled oats BLENDERIZE THE FOLLOWING :together: *2 cups/473 ml  water or vegetable broth *1 raw onion *2 cloves garlic *2 tablespoon/20 g  Caflib or roasted chicory *1 tablespoon/12 g  black pepper *1 tablespoon/18 g. Marmite (a yeasty "beef" flavoring) or Celtic Sea Salt to taste *1 teaspoon/4 g. mesquite powder (optional) MIX ALL OF THE ABOVE IN MIXING BOWL FORM INTO BALLS (golf ball or smaller)...
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