Clean Marinara Sauce

Clean Marinara Sauce

PREP TIME: 10 minutes | COOK TIME: 25 minutes | YIELD: 3 cups This comforting sauce is easy, versatile and delicious! 1 Tbsp (15 ml) extra virgin olive oil ½ large yellow onion, diced Pinch red pepper flakes 1 large clove garlic, minced 1 Tbsp (15 ml) tomato paste 1 x...

Yogurt Cheese

Yogurt Cheese

PREP: 5 minutes + overnight draining of yogurt | COOK: 0 minutes | YIELD: 4 cups This one is essential for any Eat-Clean kitchen! 2 quarts (1.9 L) low-fat, plain yogurt, dairy or soy based (see Prep Tip) Place four layers of damp cheesecloth in a fine mesh sieve or...

Pumpkin Custard Pie with Flaky Whole Wheat Crust

Pumpkin Custard Pie with Flaky Whole Wheat Crust

PREP: 30 minutes active; 30 minutes inactive | COOK: 70 minutes | YIELD: 12 slices Mmmm! Do I even need to introduce this recipe? I think the title says it all. Pumpkin pie, custard, crust … I can't concentrate. I must go make this pie! CRUST 5 Tbsp (75 ml) coconut...

Baked Apples with Pecan-Currant Streusel

Baked Apples with Pecan-Currant Streusel

PREP: 20 minutes | COOK: 45-60 minutes | YIELD: 10 servings Easy, elegant and wallet friendly oh, and did I mention delicious? The magnificent aroma of baking apples and spices is guaranteed to have everyone's mouths watering (no matter how much they've already...

Soy Pumpkin Nog

Soy Pumpkin Nog

PREP: 10 minutes | COOK: 3 minutes | YIELD: 3 x ¾-cup servings Raise a glass to a Cleaned-up vegan version of this holiday favorite. Omit the rum and even the kids will love it! 1½ cups (360 ml) plain, unsweetened soymilk (the texture is thicker and creamier and works...

Raspberry lemon spitzer

Raspberry lemon spitzer

PREP: 10 minutes | COOK: 0 minutes | YIELD: 2 x ¾-cup servings Avoid alcohol's unnecessary calories (and the fact that it lowers your ability to resist tempting holiday treats) by choosing this Clean cocktail instead. The addition of antioxidant-rich kombucha...

Fennel Smashed Yukon Gold Potatoes

Fennel Smashed Yukon Gold Potatoes

PREP: 15 minutes | COOK: 20 minutes | YIELD: 7 x ¾-cup servings Adding fennel to your regular mashed potato dish will impart a unique tang a delicious and nutritious way to jazz up this popular side! 2 lbs (908 g) Yukon gold potatoes, cut into large chunks 1 small or...

Mom’s Holiday Sauerkraut

Mom’s Holiday Sauerkraut

PREP: 10 minutes | COOK: 20 minutes | YIELD: 8 x ½-cup servings Most kids look forward to holiday meals because of the main course and the dessert. I didn't, though! I've always been a fan of vegetables, especially pickled vegetables, and my mom's kraut has always...

Wild Rice and Lentil Terrine

Wild Rice and Lentil Terrine

PREP: 50 minutes | COOK: 35-40 minutes | YIELD: 9 servings The combination of rice and lentils creates a complete protein. This means all of the essential amino acids your body needs to build protein are present. 1 cup (240 ml) wild rice 1 cup (240 ml) green lentils...

Parisian Lentils with Roasted Scallions

Parisian Lentils with Roasted Scallions

PREP: 15 minutes | COOK: 25 minutes | YIELD: 8 x ½-cup servings If you have any of my other books, chances are you've heard me mention Puy lentils. These lentils are grown in the volcanic soils of the Auvergne region of France, and are considered the finest lentils...

Roasted Cauliflower and Leek Soup

Roasted Cauliflower and Leek Soup

PREP: 25 minutes | COOK: 35 minutes | YIELD: 8 x 1-cup servings Yum! That's all I can say. This soup is absolutely delicious. Best of all, it has a spicy kick that warms you through and through. 1 head cauliflower, cut into large bite-sized pieces 3 leeks, white and...

Broccoli Potato Gratin

Broccoli Potato Gratin

PREP: 15 minutes | COOK: 15 minutes | YIELD: 8 x ½-cup servings The addition of broccoli takes this classic French dish to a whole new and Clean level. Bon appetit! 1 lb (454 g) russet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces ½ cup (120 ml) nonfat Greek yogurt ½...