Chia Seed Pudding

Chia seeds, are loaded with omega fatty acids, protein, minerals, vitamins, and fiber. Even better, when introduced to a liquid they absorb it and transform into a gel-like consistency. This is perfect for adding to recipes as a thickener or egg-substitute (pancakes!).

They also make a great base for a simple two ingredient pudding.

 
Ingredients:

3-4 tbsp Chia seeds

8 oz unsweetened almond milk/coconut milk

Optional toppings:
Vanilla extract, honey, agave nectar, maple syrup, nutmeg, cinnamon, cocoa powder, coconut flakes, graham cracker crumbles, granola, fresh fruit, etc…


Directions:

Combine the chia seeds and room temperature almond milk into a bowl. Let it sit at room temperature for approximately 30 – 60 minutes. Mix every 5 – 10 minutes to break up clumps. Once pudding is at the desired consistency, mix in any option items you want and enjoy!

Pear Shortbread Pie

INGREDIENTS

1 cup butter
1/2 cup icing sugar
2 cups flour
1/4 tsp baking powder
5 pears - peeled, cored, and cut into 1/4 inch slices
1/4 cup demerara sugar, packed
1 Tbsp flour
1/2 tsp cinnamon
1/2 tsp ground nutmeg

DIRECTIONS

Preheat oven to 400 degrees Farenheit (200 degrees Celcius).

In a large bowl, cream butter and icing sugar until light and fluffy. Stir together flour and baking powder and then blend into butter mixture. Pat into a 9-inch pie plate.

In a large bowl, combine pears, brown sugar, 1 tablespoon flour, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Spread evenly into the crust.

Bake in preheated oven for 15 minutes. Reduce heat to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) and continue baking for 20 minutes, or until crust is golden and filling is bubbling.