Gourmet Safari Singles (Individual Recipes)

“Spreading the love, one recipe at a time.”

Yes, I know the Gourmet Safari Albums (Complete Menus) are impressive and bold in taste, flavour and effort required (if I don’t say so myself). No time, no worries – as we all know, practicality has everything to do with all things creative including culinary…and oh relationary in the bedrooms of the nation! If you want to create a more simplified ‘Gourmet L-O-V-E’ meal, (for instance), feel free to chose from any of the ‘A la carte Singles’ (Recipes), create your own menu and bring lady luck to dine at your dinner table. Trust me…same magic applies AND the menu is your own creation!

PS: Craving isn’t a ‘Bad Word’!

Hundreds of Hot Singles! (Recipes, that is)

Conscious The Raisin. Period.By Jackie DeKnockMindful Eating. Dictionary.com: mindful eating – noun The practice of eating with the express purpose of savoring every flavor, aroma, and texture of food, as usually accomplished through aesthetic appreciation of the food and slow, contemplative ingestion.

Kick Back Flourless Sea Salt Decadent Chocolate Bites.By Jackie DeKnockThese Vegan and gluten-free (and grain-free and guilt-free) slices are extra dense, getting their fudgy texture from pinto beans (you won’t taste them, promise!). A dash of flaky sea salt gives your squares a bit of oomph! I was inspired by Alive’s 2018 Recipe Calendar to create my own delicious version!

Kick Back Quinoa Kale Currant Bowl with Tahini-Turmeric Dressing.By Jackie DeKnockIf you're looking for a quick, healthy, relaxing dinner, these quinoa bowls are perfect! Quinoa is high in protein, containing all the essential amino acids, plus is very high in magnesium, potassium, zinc, (for women) iron. One cup quinoa provides a good amount of magnesium, which studies show can help control your body’s stress-response system, and hormones that elevate or diminish stress! Bring it on!

Kick Back Spiced Citrusy Sweet Potato Salad.By Jackie DeKnockThis is a delicious & healthy twist on the long tired out summertime classic - potato salad! It features anti-aging sweet potatoes, a zesty citrus dressing and the powerful superfood - spinach. The sweet potatoes are rich in beta-carotene and vitamin C. Ginger & turmeric have anti-inflammatory properties and cinnamon helps control blood sugar. With this bowl of healthy ingredients, how can you go wrong? Potato salad will never be the same!

Kick Back Coconut Lime De-Stress Smoothie.By Jackie DeKnockA smoothie that is so refreshingly different, you’ll want to kick back as you sip. Trust me, it is that good!!

Kick Back St. John’s wort Herbal Tea Tonic.By Jackie DeKnockSt. John's Wort has been traditionally used and studies have shown that it may also be (darn) good for relaxation, to de-stress, soothing depression, a nervous system tonic, improves mood and enhances cheer…and who doesn’t want that! Drink up to 2 cups throughout the day and let the sun shine in!! The flavour is slightly ‘barky,’ not that I go around licking trees…but that’s the best way I can describe it!

Kick Back Lobelia Inflata Tea Tonic.By Jackie DeKnockLobelia is a flowering plant used for medicinal purposes for centuries, this tea tonic has a nice light earthy, sweet flavour. It is greatly valued and studies have shown that it may be (darn) good as a relaxant and sedative, its main active compound, lobeline, may also help to fight asthma, depression, antioxidant and memory issues to name a few. Lobelia has been used for centuries by aboriginal tribes for medicinal needs.

Kick Back Iced Lavender Lemonade.By Jackie DeKnockThis guilt-free, refreshing lemonade helps to energize and reduce feelings of stress and anxiety! When life gives you lemons…you know the rest!

Kick Back Lavender Blueberry Infused Water.By Jackie DeKnockLavender is used for baking, syrups, liqueurs, teas, spice blends (Herbes de Provence). Known for its strong floral scent, is sweet-tasting with a hint of citrus!

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