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Fruit On The Bottom Yogurt

This fruit on the bottom yogurt only requires a few simple ingredients but is full of flavor and nutrients. It’s perfect for summer when fresh fruits are everywhere and you want something cold for breakfast.Fruit On The Bottom Yogurt | Homemade Dutch Apple Pie

Growing up we only got one kind of yogurt – fruit on the bottom.  As kids sometimes we would eat the plain yogurt first and then eat the fruit part last. It was fun.

These days most yogurts are blended and overly sweet. Many of them also contain artificial flavors and colors. Then there is one of my biggest critiques…low fat or worse, no fat. Why would I want yogurt that has had the healthy fat taken out and artificial ingredients added in?

My solution is always homemade.  We eat yogurt a lot for breakfast. I usually just add whatever fruit we have fresh or frozen to plain, whole milk yogurt (kids need lots of healthy fat!!).

But I came up with a fun, fruit on the bottom yogurt so my kids could enjoy it just like I did when I was little. Even if they don’t have to my kids always stir their yogurt before eating it. So when I set a fruit on the bottom yogurt in front of them for breakfast they were very excited! My son enjoyed helping me make it too.Fruit On The Bottom Yogurt | Homemade Dutch Apple Pie

I like using a see through container to serve this so the kids can see the bright fruit at the bottom. Or you could use something opaque and tell them the flavor is a surprise. Then as they stir kids see the yogurt change color.

I keep the sweetness level pretty low in our yogurt. My husband and kids enjoyed this as is. But if you are used to store bought flavored yogurts you might want to add a little extra sweetener.  I divided one batch of fruit among three containers of yogurt. You can split it between two to boost the flavor.

One thing I love about making my own fruit-filled yogurt is no addition of thickeners, particularly corn starch! My son is allergic to corn, so we have to avoid it.

As fresh fruit comes in season (strawberries are here!!!) just use whatever is available. Strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, cherries, peaches – they all work well.  If using blueberries you’ll have to mash them a little to get the juices flowing.Fruit On The Bottom Yogurt | Homemade Dutch Apple Pie

Fruit on the bottom yogurt is simple to make, uses quality ingredients and is fun for kids.  It takes three minutes to cut up a few pieces of fruit and add honey. Then in the morning top it with plain, whole milk yogurt. Serve it with homemade granola, granola bars, quinoa bars or cereal.

This also makes a great addition to a picnic lunch.

Fresh fruit works well in this yogurt, but you can just as easily use frozen. Simply let it thaw a bit before cutting up the fruit.

Did you grow up eating fruit on the bottom yogurt? Now you can serve it to your kids – but in a much healthier way.Fruit On The Bottom Yogurt | Homemade Dutch Apple Pie

Fruit on the Bottom Yogurt
Serves 3
A fun, fruit on the bottom yogurt made with real ingredients.
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Ingredients
  1. 1/2 cup strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, cherries or peaches
  2. 2 Tbsp. honey or maple syrup (add more if you like it sweeter)
  3. 1 1/2 - 2 cups plain, whole milk yogurt or coconut yogurt
Instructions
  1. Cut up the fruit into small pieces or mash the blueberries.
  2. Add the honey/syrup.
  3. Refrigerator for 1 hour or over night.
  4. Divide the fruit into two or three cups.
  5. Top with 1/2 - 3/4 cups yogurt.
  6. Stir when serving.
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Cherry Rhubarb Jello

Cherry rhubarb jello is the perfect kid-friendly way to use fresh produce and welcome summer weather.

Cherry rhubarb jello is a dye-free, allergy-friendly treat that all kids love. The perfect finger food.

We have two rhubarb plants in our garden. Most years we get a few decent stalks from them that I use to make a special dessert like crisp, ice cream, cake or even cheesecake!

This year our rhubarb plants were huge! After making three strawberry rhubarb crisps there was still plenty left. That means it is time to experiment with new ways to use rhubarb.

What Flavors Go Well With Rhubarb

I came up with cherry rhubarb jello. This is the perfect, nutritious way to use fresh, spring produce in combination with last year’s freezer stash (we still have a couple gallons of sweet cherries left!).

The cherries give sweetness and a deep maroon color while the rhubarb gives a hint of tartness. It’s the perfect combination.

Cherry rhubarb jello is a dye-free, allergy-friendly treat that all kids love. The perfect finger food.

Cherry rhubarb jello makes a great finger food lunch addition or snack for kids. The fruit provides vitamins while the gelatin provides easy-to-digest protein (Use the code TAKE10 for 10% off your gelatin purchase HERE).

Allergen-Free Cherry Rhubarb Jello

An added bonus is that cherry rhubarb jello is very allergy-friendly. Not to mention there is no food coloring or artificial flavor (food dyes are connected with behavioral issues). So it makes a unique and healthy treat for everyone.

Are you looking for a dish to pass at your next potluck or picnic? Cherry rhubarb jello is just the thing. You can make it in advance and both kids and adults will enjoy it.

Sometimes I even serve this for breakfast. My oldest can take her time eating in the morning. If we need to get out the door on time jello is great. It is soft and easy to chew.

Don’t forget the really important part – cherry rhubarb jello is so easy to make! Just cook, puree, add the gelatin and chill. It takes about five minutes of hands on time. Who doesn’t love that?!

Before rhubarb season ends grab a few stalks and make this fun treat to celebrate the end of the school year and welcome summer.

Cherry rhubarb jello is a dye-free, allergy-friendly treat that all kids love. The perfect finger food.

Cherry Rhubarb Jello
Serves 12
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Ingredients
  1. 2 cups sweet cherries (fresh or frozen)
  2. 2 cups rhubarb, peeled and chopped
  3. 3/4 cups organic cane sugar or coconut sugar
  4. 1/4 tsp. unrefined sea salt
  5. 1/2 cup water
  6. 2 Tbsp. grass-fed gelatin
Instructions
  1. Combine the cherries, rhubarb, sugar and salt in a saucepan.
  2. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer about 20 minutes.
  3. Pour the mixture into a blender. Blend until smooth.
  4. Return the mixture to the saucepan.
  5. Dissolve the gelatin in 1/2 cup cold water. Let sit 1 minute.
  6. whisk the gelatin water into the hot puree until dissolved, about 1 minute.
  7. Pour the mixture into an 8" square pan or a bowl.
  8. Refrigerate until firm.
  9. Scoop or cut into squares to serve.
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Soaked Gluten Free “Whole Wheat” Bagels

Soaked Gluten Free Whole Wheat Bagels | Homemade Dutch Apple PieHave I mentioned before that I love bagels? I wish I had them on hand at all times.  I recently shared a recipe for sourdough bagels with strawberry cream cheese.

The sourdough bagels are great! But not if you’re gluten free.

So I figured I better come up with a gluten free recipe too. This is my “whole wheat” bagel that is soaked (for your digestion), gluten free, dairy free, nut free and corn free.  The teff gives a wheat flavor and color to the bagel.Soaked Gluten Free Whole Wheat Bagels | Homemade Dutch Apple Pie

The outside is a bit chewy. The inside is soft. The texture is perfect for kids – not too hard to chew.

I used a donut pan to make these bagels. If you don’t have a donut pan you can make them in a muffin pan – there just won’t be a hole in the middle.

Homemade bagels are great for a quick breakfast or they are easy to pack up for a school lunch.

Bagels also freeze well. So you can make a double or triple batch and keep your freezer stocked for easy meals.Soaked Gluten Free Whole Wheat Bagels | Homemade Dutch Apple Pie

Try the bagels with a variety of toppings – butter, coconut oil, jam, cream cheese, cashew butter or nut butter. You can also turn it into a sandwich with egg salad, salmon salad, chicken salad or locally made lunch meat.

You really can’t go wrong with a bagel. And this version is safe for almost everyone! An added bonus is that there are no gums or fillers in these bagels. Just pure, simple ingredients.

Do you enjoy bagels as much as I do? You have to give these a try.

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Soaked Gluten Free "Whole Wheat" Bagels
Yields 6
A "wheaty" bagel that is gluten, dairy, nut and corn free.
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Ingredients
  1. 1/2 cup tapioca flour
  2. 1/2 cup sorghum flour (or white rice)
  3. 1/4 cup amaranth flour (or brown rice)
  4. 1/4 cup teff flour
  5. 1/2 cup warm water
  6. 1 Tbsp. lemon juice or apple cider vinegar
  7. 1/2 tsp. active dry yeast
  8. 2 tsp. cane sugar
  9. 1 Tbsp. water
  10. 2 egg whites
  11. 1 tsp. extra virgin olive oil
  12. 1/4 tsp. unrefined sea salt
  13. 2 tsp. cane sugar
  14. 1/2 tsp. baking soda
  15. 1/2 tsp. cream of tartar
Soak the flour
  1. In a large bowl combine the flours. Stir to remove any lumps.
  2. Add the water and lemon juice. Mix. Cover. Let sit 7-24 hours.
Make the bagels
  1. Grease a bagel or muffin pan.
  2. Combine the yeast, 2 tsp. sugar and 1 Tbsp. very warm water. Let sit 5 - 10 minutes.
  3. Add the egg whites and olive oil to the flour mixture. Beat one minute.
  4. Add the yeast mixture to the bowl. Beat 20 seconds.
  5. Add the salt, sugar, soda and cream of tartar to the bowl. Beat 20 seconds.
  6. Immediately pour the batter into the prepared donut pan, filling to the top.
  7. Place the donut pan in the oven. Turn on the oven light.
  8. Let rise 45 minutes.
  9. With the pan still in the oven, turn the oven on to 400*F.
  10. Set timer for 25 minutes.
  11. Remove the bagels from the pan and cool.
  12. Store in a bag at room temperature for up to a week or in the freezer for up to 6 months.
  13. Slice in half and serve with your favorite toppings.
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Sourdough Bagels with Strawberry Cream Cheese

Sourdough Bagels With Strawberry Cream Cheese | Homemade Dutch Apple PieIf I could only have one bread item it would be a bagel. I fell in love with them at an early age and still love them now!

But I rarely eat bagels since we are mostly gluten free and don’t eat store bought bread.

After getting a donut pan for Christmas (and then another one for my birthday!) I thought it would be fun to use them to make bagels. It sure was.

Sourdough bagels make an easy week day breakfast. Spread on some homemade strawberry cream cheese, butter, coconut oil or jam. Then add a protein and breakfast is served.Sourdough Bagels With Strawberry Cream Cheese | Homemade Dutch Apple Pie

My kids really enjoyed these bagels – especially with strawberry cream cheese.  The homemade cream cheese is easy to make and does not contain any artificial colors or sweeteners. I make it using homemade powdered sugar.

Whether you want a bagel for breakfast on the go, a fun lunch component or a family brunch, these sourdough bagels are perfect.

If you don’t have a donut pan you can simply shape the dough into rounds and bake them on a greased baking sheet. They may look a little more rustic, but they’ll taste just as good.

Do you enjoy bagels with cream cheese? Now you can have a real food version.

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Sourdough Bagels With Strawberry Cream Cheese
Yields 8
Traditional sourdough bagels with homemade strawberry cream cheese.
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Bagels
  1. 1 cup sourdough starter
  2. 2 cups spelt flour (or kamut, einkorn, whole wheat or rye)
  3. 2 tsp. sea salt
  4. 1/4 cup cold water
  5. 3 Tbsp. honey
  6. Optional mix ins or toppings - flax seeds, sesame seeds, caraway seeds, poppy seeds, salt, garlic powder, onion powder
Cream Cheese
  1. 3/4 cup yogurt
  2. 1/4 cup thawed strawberries
  3. 2 Tbsp. powdered sugar (see recipe for link)
  4. 3 tsp. tapioca flour
Bagels
  1. Feed your starter so you have at least 2 cups the day before making the bagels.
  2. Combine the starter, salt, water and honey in the bowl of a stand mixer.
  3. Add the flour and any optional add ins.
  4. Knead for 10 minutes.
  5. Divide the dough into 1/3 cup portions.
  6. Roll the dough pieces into long snakes and make a ring, attaching the ends together.
  7. Place the bagels on a greased or parchment lined baking sheet.
  8. Cover and let rise 6-12 hours.
  9. Brush with egg white mixed with a little water before baking if desired for a shiny crust.
  10. Bake at 350*F for 40 minutes.
Cream Cheese
  1. Strain the yogurt well in a cheesecloth or tea towel to remove all of the liquid.
  2. Place the strained yogurt in a medium bowl.
  3. Add the strawberries (with liquid), sugar and flour. Beat well with a hand mixer.
  4. Put the cream cheese in the refrigerator and chill to solidify.
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Sourdough Bacon Pancakes {dairy free, nut free, corn free}

Sourdough Bacon Pancakes | Homemade Dutch Apple PieFriday night is breakfast for dinner night. I can never go wrong if it includes pancakes!

Most of the time I do soaked gluten free pancakes. But once in a while it’s nice to change it up. These sourdough pancakes are perfect for variety.

There is no extra flour added to the sourdough starter. So you don’t have to worry about extra soaking/fermenting time.

One batch makes about ten pancakes. If you double it you can stock your freezer for easy week day breakfasts.Sourdough Bacon Pancakes | Homemade Dutch Apple Pie

Sourdough pancakes are thinner than regular pancakes. But they are still delicious. They also work well as wraps for sandwiches.  You can make them thicker by adding extra flour to the batter. I make them both ways…and they are equally delicious!

This version of sourdough pancakes includes bacon. It’s the perfect paring. Slightly sour pancakes combined with salty bacon and sweet maple syrup make a delicious breakfast treat.

If you don’t want bacon you can add chocolate chips, dried, fresh or frozen fruit or nuts to the pancakes. You really can’t go wrong.

Does  your family enjoy pancakes? Try sourdough bacon pancakes for a new twist on a classic breakfast.

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Sourdough Bacon Pancakes {nut free, dairy free, corn free}
Yields 10
A sweet and salty pancake made with sourdough and bacon.
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Ingredients
  1. 2 cups sourdough starter
  2. 2 Tbsp. coconut sugar or cane sugar
  3. 1 egg
  4. 2 Tbsp. bacon grease, melted (or butter or coconut oil)
  5. 1/2 tsp. sea salt
  6. 1 tsp. baking soda
  7. 1/2 cup cooked, crumbled bacon
Instructions
  1. Feed your sourdough starter the day before making the pancakes so you have at least 3 cups of starter.
  2. Combine the starter, sugar, egg, grease and salt.
  3. Sprinkle the baking soda on top. Gently stir.
  4. Pour 1/3 cup portions of batter onto a hot, greased skillet.
  5. Add crumbled bacon to each pancake.
  6. Cook until the edges get dry and the bubbles pop. Flip pancakes.
  7. Cook another minute.
  8. Serve warm with extra bacon, butter or coconut oil and maple syrup.
Notes
  1. These pancakes are quite flat. If you want more rise you can try adding 1/2 tsp. cream of tartar to the batter with the soda water.
  2. To make thicker pancakes add 1/2 cup all purpose flour or white spelt to the batter.
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Broth For Breakfast: Toast

Broth For Breakfast: Toast | Homemade Dutch Apple PieI have another super simple way to add broth to your breakfast.  It doesn’t even require cooking (unless you consider making toast cooking).

The only thing this does require is very gelled broth. It should be unseasoned or very mildly seasoned if you want to add jam.

Then just grab a knife, some toast and start spreading!

Gelled broth is a lot like jelly. You can use it the same way. I personally just add the broth and sprinkle sea salt on top.  But if you’re not a fan of the broth flavor you can use a thinner layer of broth and spread jam on top. You’ll never know it’s there. The broth sort of melts onto the toast.

This is an easy way to get kids to eat broth. They don’t even have to know it’s there!

Pair toast with jam and broth with broth scrambled eggs for a really nutrient dense breakfast. You’ll have protein, carbohydrates and fat. You’ll have starch, sugar, salt and saturated fat. You’ll have the healing benefits of broth combined with eggs to make a complete protein.

That is about as good as it gets for breakfast. Your body and metabolism will be soaring for the rest of the day.

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Broth For Breakfast: Toast
Serves 1
A simple breakfast dish that uses broth.
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Ingredients
  1. 1 slice of bread of choice
  2. 1-2 Tbsp. gelled broth
  3. sea salt to taste
Instructions
  1. Toast the bread or keep at room temperature.
  2. Spread the broth on the toast.
  3. Sprinkle with sea salt.
Notes
  1. You can spread butter or coconut oil on the bread before the broth.
  2. You can spread nut butter, jam or honey on top of the broth.
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Broth For Breakfast: Scrambled Eggs

Broth For Breakfast: Scrambled Eggs | Homemade Dutch Apple PieBy now I’m sure you’ve heard about the benefits of bone broth. It is great for healing the gut, for boosting the immune system and for adding essential vitamins and minerals to the diet.  It is important to consume broth every day.

But what if you don’t like soup? Or maybe you just can’t stomach plain broth? There are many recipes that incorporate broth.  I have a lot of delicious ones on my site, like sloppy joes, sweet and sour meatballs, beef stroganoff and stir fry.

Those are great lunch and dinner options  But I personally like to start my day with broth. I love getting a nutritional boost right away.  Plus I think it’s important to eat a big breakfast to really fuel your body.

I do eat soup most mornings. It’s easy. I just use whatever broth and leftover meat and vegetables I have on hand. But I know not everyone can stomach the idea of soup for breakfast.Broth For Breakfast: Scrambled Eggs | Homemade Dutch Apple Pie

So I’ve come up with some easy ways to get broth into your breakfast. You won’t even know you’re eating it!

One way to easily eat broth for breakfast is in your scrambled eggs. I came up with this version of eggs for my son who is allergic to dairy.  I couldn’t use raw milk in his scrambled eggs. But milk alternatives can give a strange flavor. So I started using broth. It works so well!

Skip the milk. Add some broth to your eggs and cook them as usual. It gives the eggs a great flavor! Plus you’re getting a nutritional boost. The combination of broth and eggs is a power packed breakfast.  Add a piece of toast with homemade jam and you’ve got a complete meal to really fuel you for the day.

Do you start your day with broth? It just got a little easier.Broth For Breakfast: Scrambled Eggs | Homemade Dutch Apple Pie

Broth For Breakfast Series: Scrambled Eggs
Serves 2
Scrambled eggs cooked in broth.
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Ingredients
  1. 1/2 cup broth
  2. 3 eggs
  3. sea salt and pepper to taste
  4. 2 Tbsp. coconut oil, butter, lard or bacon grease
Instructions
  1. Heat the broth and oil in a small skillet.
  2. Once the broth starts to simmer add the eggs and seasoning.
  3. Stir the eggs to break the yolks and cook as you would regular scrambled eggs.
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Homemade Quinoa Milk {Nursing Mother’s Drink}

Homemade quinoa milk is a delicious alternative to dairy that is also great for nursing mothers boost milk supply.

Quinoa Milk Nursing Mother's Drink | Homemade Dutch Apple PieHave you ever tried quinoa milk?  Despite the growing variety of alternative milks available, it is not something I’ve ever seen at the store (though I have seen one brand of it online).

As I mentioned in my oat milk post I’m not a huge fan of nut milks. Especially for young kids and nursing moms.

My first choice is always fresh, raw milk from cows or goats. Unfortunately a dairy intolerance is very common for small babies. Which  means mom needs an alternative.

Coconut milk is a great choice for cooking, baking and adding a splash to tea. But it’s not something most people will drink plain in large quantities. Plus it can also be hard on babies since it can be gassy and even cause reflux.

Enter quinoa milk! It has a very mild flavor – similar to rice milk. It is also very easy to make and very cost effective. One quarter cup of quinoa can make up to six cups of milk!

The best thing about quinoa milk is that it is great for boosting milk supply.   If you tolerate quinoa and are a nursing mother I encourage you to include quinoa in your diet. Even if you can have dairy this is a great alternative milk to have in your diet for variety and nutrition.

Unlike other alternative milks quinoa milk has quite a bit of protein.  You can add both calcium and vitamin D when you make it to boost nutrition even more.

Quinoa milk is not heavy like nut milks. It has a very neutral flavor. It works well for cooking and baking. Plus it is great for boosting milk supply!

Need some variety in your diet? Or are you just looking for an alternative to dairy? Give quinoa milk a try. Quinoa Milk Nursing Mother's Drink | Homemade Dutch Apple Pie

Homemade Quinoa Milk: Nursing Mother's Drink {fermented option}
A delicious alternative drink that helps boost milk supply.
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Ingredients
  1. 1/4 cup quinoa
  2. 2 tsp. lemon juice
  3. warm water
  4. 5 cups water
  5. 2 Tbsp. coconut sugar, cane sugar, honey or maple syrup OR 3 dates (optional)
  6. 1/2 tsp. sea salt (optional)
  7. Vitamin D drops (optional)
  8. calcium powder (optional)
  9. 2 Tbsp. whey (optional)
Instructions
  1. Place the quinoa and lemon juice in a bowl. Cover with warm water (quantity does not matter, as long as it's covered)
  2. Let soak for 24 hours.
  3. Drain and rinse the quinoa.
  4. Combine the quinoa and 5 cups water in a medium saucepan.
  5. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer, covered, for 2 hours.
  6. If using dates as a sweetener add them to the pan during the last 30 minutes of cooking.
  7. Pour the quinoa and water into a blender.
  8. Blend until smooth.
Non-fermented method
  1. Add sweetener (if desired/if not using dates) and sea salt. Blend.
  2. Pour into a serving container.
  3. Add vitamin D and calcium if desired.
  4. Refrigerate.
  5. Shake before serving.
Fermented Method
  1. Pour the blended mixture into a container.
  2. Add salt and whey.
  3. Cover and let sit at room temperature for 3 days.
  4. Add sweetener and vitamin D/calcium and refrigerate.
  5. Shake before serving.
Notes
  1. You can add 1 tsp. of pure vanilla to the pureed mixture for vanilla quinoa milk.
  2. If the milk is too thick for your taste it can be diluted with extra water or it can be strained.
  3. This should not be used for children under one year of age.
  4. This makes a great dairy alternative for both kids and adults.
  5. This recipe can easily be doubled.
  6. This recipe makes about 5 cups of milk. It can be increased by adding extra water.
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Looking for a unique dairy alternative that does not contain coconut or nuts? This homemade oat mlk is cheap, easy to make, and delicious.

Homemade Oat Milk {fermented option}

Looking for a unique dairy alternative that does not contain coconut or nuts? This homemade oat milk is cheap, easy to make, and delicious.

Looking for a unique dairy alternative that does not contain coconut or nuts? This homemade oat milk is cheap, easy to make, and delicious.

I am a huge fan of raw milk. I’d drink it by the glass full if I could right now.  But my little one would be in a lot of pain if I did.

Being dairy-free is a big adjustment. But it’s nothing new to us. We entered the world of no dairy and alternative milks years ago.

At that time my son was also allergic to nuts and rice. So that eliminates a lot of options.

Homemade Oat Milk Dairy Alternative

We tried different versions of coconut milk. That was a big no. I can’t blame him – coconut milk tastes nothing like dairy milk. Even I can’t drink that plain.

Finally I found oat milk – something he didn’t mind drinking. Something I could use in cooking and baking that would be safe for him.

But oat milk is definitely not cheap. We usually pay about $3.50 for each small box.

Recently I was reading through Nourishing Traditions and saw a recipe for rice milk with an option to use oats. I had to try it immediately!

Looking for a unique dairy alternative that does not contain coconut or nuts? This homemade oat milk is cheap, easy to make, and delicious.

How to Make Oat Milk

First I made a fermented version. I figured it would be the healthiest option if my son would drink it. But it didn’t go over very well.

So I modified it a bit and made an unfermented version. Success!

Let me tell you this is SO much cheaper than buying oat milk. A quarter cup of oats makes over four cups of milk!  Not only that I like that I can make sure the oats are properly prepared since oats are very high in phytic acid.

Nut-Free Milk Alternative

I may be in the minority, but I am not a big fan of nut milks.  I don’t think anyone needs to consume that kind of quantity of nuts on a regular basis. They do contain quite a bit of omega-6’s, which we get more than enough of.

So I’m happy to have a safe alternative to dairy that my kids enjoy and doesn’t cost a ton. It is also extremely easy to make (just cook oats and puree).

The other benefit of having alternative milks is to make sure you get variety in your diet. This is very important when dealing with allergies. Rotating milk sources can help prevent future allergies or sensitivities.

How to Use Oat Milk

Oat milk works very well for baking. I even use it in cream soups and stews. It has a very neutral flavor.

You can also drink it plain or use it on oatmeal or homemade cereal.

As I mentioned you can make it into a fermented drink to boost nutrition. If you are used to ferments you can give that a try. If you are making it for kids that might have a more sensitive palate try it without fermenting.

Are you dairy-free? Are you looking for a unique milk substitute? Try homemade oat milk. It’s a mildly sweet, satisfying drink.

Need more options?

Try homemade rice milk or homemade quinoa milk. 

Homemade Oat Milk {fermented option}
A simple beverage made from oats.
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Ingredients
  1. 1/4 cup old fashioned oats
  2. 1 cup warm water
  3. 4 cups water, divided
  4. 4 Tbsp. coconut sugar, honey or maple syrup (optional)
  5. 1/4 tsp. sea salt (optional)
  6. vitamin D drops (optional)
  7. 2 Tbsp. whey (optional)
Instructions
  1. Soak the oats in 1 cup warm water for 24 hours.
  2. Combine the soaked oats and 3 cups water in a medium saucepan.
  3. Bring to a boil and simmer, covered, 2 hours.
  4. Pour the oats and water into a blender.
  5. Proceed with the non-fermented or fermented version from this point.
Non-fermented method
  1. Add the salt and sugar.
  2. Blend well.
  3. Pour into a jar and add another 1 cup water.
  4. Refrigerate.
  5. Add a few drops of Vitamin D (optional).
  6. Shake before pouring.
  7. Add extra water if milk is too thick for your taste.
Fermented method
  1. Blend the oats and water.
  2. Pour into a jar.
  3. Add the whey and 1/2 tsp. sea salt.
  4. Cover and let sit at room temperature for 3 days.
  5. Stir in sweetener and 1 cup extra water.
  6. Add vitamin D if desired.
  7. Store in the refrigerator.
  8. Shake well before serving.
Notes
  1. This recipe easily doubles to make a half gallon of oat milk.
  2. This milk should not be used for children under the age of one since they don't have the enzymes to digest grains.
  3. This makes about 5 cups of milk.
  4. You can add extra water to the milk to thin it out.
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Sausage Seasoning For Sensitive Palates

Sausage Seasoning For Sensitive Palates | Homemade Dutch Apple Pie

I don’t usually cook breakfast in the morning (except warming my daily mug of soup).  That may seem surprising for someone that gets up early and loves to be in the kitchen.

But here mornings are for easy, get it on the table quickly meals. That means things like yogurt, homemade granola, fruit, baked goods, nuts, cheese, smoothies, gummies, hard boiled eggs and dried fruit.

Morning is my time to get work done before the kids get up. Not to mention I have one child that often wakes up early and is ready for breakfast the moment his feet hit the floor. So breakfast is usually something prepared the night before.

But we do LOVE all breakfast foods – pancakes, waffles, french toast, eggs, bacon and of course sausage! Breakfast foods are some of our favorites. So we have breakfast for dinner once a week.

My daughter has a very sensitive palate…i.e. won’t eat anything “spicy.”  That includes just about any seasoning. It’s rare that she can eat anything in a restaurant without it burning her tongue. If your little one is the same way check out this post on “picky eating.”  And read on to find out how we make sausage that is not spicy but has lots of flavor. 

Sausage Seasoning For Sensitive Palates | Homemade Dutch Apple Pie We often buy our sausage from a local farm. It tastes very good and is high quality meat. My daughter will eat a little bit of it. But not much.

So recently we got a half pig. Part of that included sausage. I opted to just get plain ground pork instead of the butcher adding seasoning. I didn’t want ten pounds of sausage that my daughter wouldn’t touch.

That meant I had to come up with my own sausage spice blend so we could still enjoy sausage on our breakfast for dinner nights or in our squash soup.

This seasoning uses common herbs and spices and is easy on the palate. There is a bit of coconut sugar added to make sure it is well tolerated in a sensitive mouth.

You can mix it up fresh for one batch of sausage or make a large batch and have a jar of it on hand whenever you need it. This sausage seasoning also works well for burgers and chicken.

You can even mix the seasoning into the meat, shape the sausage patties and freeze them on a tray for easy sausage any time.

There is no need to take sausage off the menu if you have a sensitive palate to cook for. Simply make your own spice blend so everyone can enjoy delicious sausage with their favorite breakfast foods. 

Sausage Seasoning For Sensitive Palates | Homemade Dutch Apple Pie

Sausage Seasoning For Sensitive Palates
A very mild, yet flavorful seasoning for homemade sausage.
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Ingredients
  1. 1 tsp. unrefined sea salt
  2. 1/2 tsp. garlic powder
  3. 1/2 tsp. basil
  4. 1/2 tsp. celery salt
  5. 1 tsp. dill weed
  6. 1/2 tsp. mustard powder
  7. 3 tsp. coconut sugar
  8. 1/4 tsp. cinnamon
Instructions
  1. Combine all of the ingredients.
  2. Add to one pound of ground meat (pork, turkey or chicken).
  3. Use immediately or cover and refrigerate until ready to use.
  4. Form patties and cook in coconut oil, lard or tallow in a skillet.
Notes
  1. The seasoning mix can be prepared in advance. It can also be made in large batches and used as needed.
  2. You can add an egg to the meat and seasoning mixture as a binder.
  3. One batch totals about 7 tsp. So if you make a larger batch you can use 7 tsp. of it per pound of meat.
  4. You can mix the meat and seasoning and form patties in advance. Simply place them on a parchment lined baking sheet, freeze them and then store them in a sealed container. Thaw as many patties as you need at a time.
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