Fresh Life Fam: Week of August 10th

CAPRESE ROASTED BROCCOLI

INGREDIENTS

1 large head broccoli 6 to 8 cups, cut into florets

2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

1 teaspoon kosher salt

1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

1/2 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning

1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

2/3 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

2 tomatoes diced

1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar

1/4 cup minced fresh basil

INSTRUCTIONS

Preheat the oven to 425°F. On a large baking sheet, toss the broccoli with the olive oil, salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, and garlic powder. Arrange in a single layer and roast until crisp-tender and just beginning to brown in spots, about 15 minutes. Remove from the oven and sprinkle with the mozzarella. Return to the oven until the cheese melts, about 1 minute. Remove from the oven and scatter tomatoes around the broccoli. Drizzle with the balsamic and sprinkle with the basil.

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SKILLET CINNAMON APPLES

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INGREDIENTS

4 large apples, peeled, cored and sliced into even 1/4 inch slices

1 tablespoon vegan butter or coconut oil or 1/4 water (for water saute)

3 tablespoons coconut sugar

1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 teaspoon arrowroot or cornstarch

1/2 cup (113ml) cold water or apple juice/cider

Optional add-ins:

1/4 teaspoon nutmeg

1/4 teaspoon ground ginger

INSTRUCTIONS

Heat butter or oil, over medium heat, add apple slices and saute for 6 minutes.

Mix the cold water and cornstarch, set aside.

To the apples, add the sugar, cinnamon, vanilla and water mixture, and stir to combine. Continue cooking at a gentle boil for 2 – 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until apples are fork tender.

Let cool a few minutes before serving.

Serve with non-dairy ice cream, on top of cinnamon oatmeal, waffles, french toast and pancakes, or enjoy as is.

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 – 6 days. You can also freeze for up to 2 months.

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