Homemade Cashew Cream

Homemade Cashew Cream

The original idea for this is from a blog that is no longer in existence (and I can't recall the name to save my life) but it's basic and easy, so not too hard to pass on. There will eventually be photos, when my camera comes back to life.

If you don't know what cashew cream is, it's AWESOME is what it is. It has a hint of sweetness to the taste, but it thickens up like dairy, like really thick, so it's a great dairy substitute for dishes that need thickening during heating, especially if the flavors blend well.

Citrus salt

This looks very interesting and tasty. Just a little something to add a bit of zing to a food.

http://www.101cookbooks.com/archives/citrus-salt-recipe.html

Avocado Salad Dressing

My husband just made this a few weeks back and I understand it is pretty kick-ass, according to him and the kids. I'm looking forward to trying it!

Avocado Salad Dressing:
1/4 c lime juice
1 large avocado
1 small tomato
Basil
Coriander
Dill
Cilantro
Chiles or chile powder
Salt

1. Combine ingredients in food processor and chop until creamy and thoroughly mixed.
2. Season with herbs to taste. Even 1 tablespoon portions of herbs works well.
3. Salt to taste.

Sounds nice and easy, especially if you grow your own herbs like we do! :-)

Pseudo-pickled Veggies

When I have a heavier dish, like my potato pancakes or red meat, I really enjoy a little bright flavored 'something' to eat with it. If I have some homemade pickles, that works for me, but I often don't have any pickled veggies, so here's something that can be made quickly but still give a bit of a pickled taste to some veggies.