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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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Blueberry-Hibiscus Latte


A blueberry hibiscus latte, sweetened with maple syrup, offers a creamy, caffeine-free burst of summer. Perfect for cozy chats or solo sips!

 Here is another tasty hot drink that doesn't keep you awake at night with a caffeine surge. The blueberry flavor reminds me of my BFF Linda because we went through a period of drinking blueberry tea when we met for our little world-fixing chats back in the day!

Hibiscus is described as a powerhouse of nutrition. There are also a couple of cautions worth knowing about. You can read more about it here.

I actually have quite a few blueberries in my freezer, so this is something I can enjoy often. I guess you could also make this latte using both hibiscus and blueberry tea, but I think most blueberry tea powders have something in them to amp up the flavor and you are probably better off using something more natural. But you get to decide!

Ingredients: (about 2 servings)


*1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries or 2 tablespoons dried blueberries 💚

*1 tablespoon hibiscus tea or dried hibiscus flowers 💚

*1-2 tablespoons maple syrup or agave (to taste)

*1/2 cup coconut or almond milk (for frothing)


Method:


1. In a small saucepan, bring 1 cup of water to a simmer. Add the blueberries and hibiscus.

2. Let it simmer for 5 minutes, until the blueberries soften and release color.

3. Strain the mixture, pressing down to extract all the liquid. Sweeten with maple syrup or agave (or other sweetener of choice)

4. In a separate pan, froth the coconut or almond milk (optional). Pour the blueberry tea mixture into a mug and top with frothed milk for a creamy finish.


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💚💚 You can dry your own blueberries quite easily (and save money over the cost of buying powder or dry berries). Start by parboiling the berries to brink down the skin and release interior moisture-- just put fresh or frozen berries into a long handled collander and immerse in boiling water for about a minute and a half, and then plunge the berries into a large bowl of ice water in your sink. Allow the berries to airdry for a few minutes, gently pat them dry with a paper towel, and then put in a dehydrator (for about 12 hours) or follow oven directions for a regular stove to dry them at 225 degrees Fahrenheit for only a couple of hours. If you cut the berries in half before drying, you can generally have dry enough berries to powder them in the blender. Using fresh or frozen berries is still a good option.
I sincerely hope you get to enjoy this splendid vegan, caffeine-free hot drink sometime soon.  You might also want to try the Rooibus Latte and/or the creamy sweet Hot Carob drink. 


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