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In the Kitchen with Jackie

How to de-stem and thinly slice kale

How To De-Stem and Thinly Slice Kale

Ok, so I have a lot of kale salads on the blog, (20 if you’re counting) so I thought it might be nice to share

March 22, 2013 27 Comments

Spaghetti squash with sauce in bowl

How to Cook Spaghetti Squash

Today’s post is sort of a recipe, but really more of a “how to” post. I’m going to show you all how to cook spaghetti

January 11, 2013 16 Comments

How to keep your greens fresh

How to Keep Kale and Other Greens Fresh

Ok, I’ll be frank with you all, this isn’t the most exciting post I have ever put out there. As I was writing it, I

November 6, 2012 83 Comments

How to juice without a juicer

How to Make a “Mean Green Juice” Without a Juicer

So, there’s this new juice bar that just opened in Corte Madera for all you locals called, Juice Alley. It’s an amazing little juice bar

September 20, 2012 60 Comments

Eli and Zoe enjoying leftover spaghetti

Got Leftover Spaghetti? Check this out…

This post is quick and there are no fancy or staged photographs, but I just had to post it as my friends are always asking

January 28, 2012 7 Comments

Fresh herbs in window

Marin Mama’s Tip for Keeping Herbs Fresh…

Are you tired of picking or buying fresh herbs only to have them wilt and go limp after a day or so? Well, I was

January 18, 2012 9 Comments

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New post! 5 minute warm quinoa cereal! This warm quinoa cereal takes under 5 minutes to make and is perfect for those busy and cool fall and winter mornings. Recipe link in my Instagram bio. #quinoa #glutenfree #glutenfreerecipes #quinoarecipes #glutenfreebreakfast #breakfast #quickandeasybreakfast #quickandeasymeals #healthybreakfast #veganbreakfast #veganbreakfastideas #quinoaporridge #marinmamacooks

Mattie and I are going to be starting a new video

Mattie and I are going to be starting a new video series for fun on the blog and instagram! It’s going to be called Marin Mama and Mattie in the kitchen! We may even do some “live” videos coming up. It’s all unedited and meant to be fun, so you will see bloopers and brain fog moments, like me forgetting what bread I used today! 🤪
Today we’re making BLT’S. How many of you love BLT’S? We’re huge fans and I’ve even converted Mattie to liking mayo (well just a tiny bit) 🤪 Comment below if you thought this was fun and want to see more! Also, whose BLT looked better? By the way, the basil on the BLT was AMAZING! Xoxo, Jackie and Mattie ❤️ #cookingvideos #marinmamacooks #marinmama #marinmama&mattieinthekitchen

Let’s make my favorite green smoothie! It’s mo

Let’s make my favorite green smoothie! It’s more like a green ginger juice, but I’m calling it a smoothie, as it has all the fiber from the veggies blended in. Recipe below! Feel free to tweak, as this is just a base recipe.
- [ ] 1 cup coconut water
- [ ] 1/2 cup frozen broccoli
- [ ] 2 packed cups spinach
- [ ] 1 fresh or frozen banana
- [ ] 1 celery stalk, chopped
- [ ] 1 large piece of ginger, peeled - I used about 1-3/4inch piece
- [ ] 1 tsp spirulina
- [ ] 1 scoop collagen powder - I love @paleovalley collagen protein powder -omit if vegan
- [ ] 1 TBL plus 1 tsp fresh lime juice
- [ ] 1 TBL almond butter
- [ ] Ice to taste - I used 4 cubes
Blend away until smooth
#vegansmoothie #greensmoothie #greenjuice #veganrecipes #dairyfreesmoothie #smoothie #healthysmoothie #letscookvegan #letscooktogether #vitamixrecipes #vitamix

Let’s make a quick lunch using the leftover shre

Let’s make a quick lunch using the leftover shredded chicken I made yesterday! I used @unbunfoods tortillas, topped them with smashed avocado, pink Himalayan sea salt, heirloom tomato, shredded chicken and some butter lettuce! Super simple, delish and easy. #unbunfoods #simplelunch #glutenfreesandwich #quickandeasyfood #lunchideas #leftovers

How to roast chicken breasts! I do this weekly, so

How to roast chicken breasts! I do this weekly, so we always have shredded chicken around for salads and sandwiches! It’s so simple to get in the rhythm of doing and makes meal prep that much easier. I had to edit this for 90 min so if you want more details, check out the recipe on my blog @marinmamacooks#chicken #howto #howtocook #howtocookchicken #mealprep #mealprepping #roastedchicken

We’re getting a puppy at the end of the summer,

We’re getting a puppy at the end of the summer, so I’m practicing with Poppin for a few weeks! Wish me luck! @poppin_reale #miniyorkie #miniyorkshire #miniyorkshireterrier #yorkiesofinstagram #yorkie #yorkshireterrier

Homemade croutons truly beat out any store-bought

Homemade croutons truly beat out any store-bought variety, and are a great way to use up any leftover bread you have lying around. Recipe below.
* 2-3 slices favorite bread, cut into 1/2 inch cubes - I used @youngkobras GF buckwheat sourdough
* 5-6 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil – the amount of olive oil you use depends on the size and thickness of your bread cubes
* 1/4 teaspoon fine Celtic sea salt
* pinch or few twists of freshly ground pepper
* If making the croutons for a salad then be sure to add in 1 clove of minced garlic
Pre-heat oven to 425 degrees.
Slice bread into slices if cutting from a loaf and then cut slices into 1/2-inch cubes.
In a medium bowl, add the 5-6 teaspoons olive oil, salt and pepper, and stir to combine. Note: If you’re making the croutons for a salad, then be sure to add the clove of minced garlic to the olive oil mixture.
Toss in the bread cubes and mix with your hands to combine. Make sure to get all of the bread cubes evenly coated with the olive oil mixture
Spread the bread cubes in a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet.
Set your timer and bake the croutons for 6-7 minutes (I would check them at 6 minutes the first time to see how quickly they bake up in your oven) and then check the croutons, if the bottoms are browned, then flip over the croutons and bake for another 4-5 minutes, or until the croutons are browned and crisp to your liking. Thinner bread cooks quicker, so keep an eye on it. Let them cool a bit and then toss into your favorite salad or soup. #homemadecroutons #glutenfreerecipes #homemadefood #glutenfreefood #glutenfreevegan

This vegan, kale, spinach and basil pesto is SO t

This vegan, kale, spinach and basil pesto is SO tasty, fresh and chunky that it’s seriously bowl licking and spoon licking good! This pesto is chunky in texture from the toasted almonds and SO vibrant in color and flavor. It’s kid approved and can be paired with virtually anything, or even just eaten by the spoonful, because it’s that good. Recipe below.
Vegan, kale, spinach & basil pesto!
. * 2 cups spinach, lightly packed
* 1 cup kale, rinsed and de-stemed, lightly packed – roughly 2 large leaves or 3 small leaves
* 1 cup basil, lightly packed – roughly 14-15 basil leaves, feel free to add a few more leaves if you love basil
* 3/4 cup unsalted raw whole almonds, lightly toasted in skillet over medium heat
* 1/2 cup olive oil
* 1/2 teaspoon fine Celtic sea salt
* 3 large cloves garlic, peeled
* 3 tablespoons of fresh lemon juice (from 1 lemon)
Place above ingredients into a food processor and process until slightly smooth. You will have to use a spatula once or twice during the process to make sure that everything gets combined. The pesto will be somewhat chunky, but in a great way! For more details on the recipe as well as some ideas of what to do with the pesto, check it out on my blog.
https://marinmamacooks.com/2015/05/kale-spinach-and-basil-pesto/
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Oven baked black forbidden rice. Save this recipe

Oven baked black forbidden rice. Save this recipe for future use. This is so easy to make and the rice comes out perfectly every time!
Recipe:
1 cup black forbidden rice
2 cups chicken or veggie broth
1/2 tsp Celtic sea salt
1 TBL unrefined coconut oil
Pre-heat oven to 375 degrees.
Place rice on bottom of 8x8 pan, top rice with coconut oil and salt.
When oven gets to 375 bring 2 cups broth to boil in small sauce pan.
Pour boiling broth over rice.
Quickly cover rice with layer of parchment paper and tin foil. Create a tight seal, as you want rice to steam.
Bake covered rice in preheated oven on middle rack for exactly 1 hour.
Don’t check rice, just set timer and walk away
Pull rice out of oven, remove parchment and foil, give rice a stir and serve it up. If there is still a bit of liquid, then put rice back in oven until liquid is absorbed. Enjoy!
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This is the seriously the BEST snacking cake! I ma

This is the seriously the BEST snacking cake! I make it weekly! This cake is ultra-lemony, super moist and chock full of flavor, and GF,DF to boot! You won’t be able to stop at 1 slice.
recipe @ https://marinmamacooks.com/2022/01/gluten-free-dairy-free-lemon-olive-oil-pound-cake/
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Overnight vegan, GF, DF refrigerator oats with chi

Overnight vegan, GF, DF refrigerator oats with chia, almond butter and strawberries! This is such an easy grab-and-go breakfast! Also takes 5 minutes to make!
1/2 cup alternative milk of choice, I use almond or walnut milk
1 TBL chia seeds
1/4 cup GF steel cut or rolled oats
2 TBL unsweetened shredded coconut
1 TBL almond butter
1 TBL maple syrup - feel free to add more if you like things sweeter, or you can add 1 tsp vanilla on top of the maple syrup
Pinch of pink Himalayan sea salt
Optional - Pinch of cinnamon
2-3 strawberries cut into small pieces
Put above ingredients into a small glass jar, stir to combine everything, cover and refrigerate overnight! Enjoy cold, or pop in the microwave for 1 minute. Give a good stir before consuming. #overnightoats #overnightoatsrecipe #glutenfreerecipes #glutenfreebreakfast #veganbreakfast #quickandeasybreakfast #quickandeasyfood #healthyrecipes

This is the BEST KALE SALAD and has turned kale ha

This is the BEST KALE SALAD and has turned kale haters into kale lovers! It’s one of the most popular recipes on my blog and my house, as I make it weekly! I even have a YouTube video on how to make it! Check out full recipe plus more details on how to wash, de-stem kale at my blog, marinmamacooks.com lacinato kale salad. #kalesalad #bestkalesalad #marinmamacooks #salad #saladrecipe #healthyrecipes #healthyfood

Vegan chocolate & peanut butter hemp seed protein

Vegan chocolate & peanut butter hemp seed protein drink! If you love chocolate and peanut butter, you will LOVE ❤️ this! This is packed full of goodness from the raw cacao powder, vegan vanilla protein powder from @foursigmatic, and the superfood powerhouse of hemp seeds @sunfood. I love using my @nutrmachine for this, but you can also use a blender as hemp seeds don’t need to be strained. I make this in the morning or the night before so it’s cold and ready to go post workout. Save $10 on @nutr with code MMC10!
Recipe:
2 TBL hemp seeds
1 scoop vanilla protein powder @foursigmatic is the best vegan on I’ve tried. It tastes great and isn’t chalky.
1 TBL raw cacao powder
1 TBL peanut butter
1 cup cold filtered water
Add above ingredients to @nutr machine, use room temp setting or add to blender and blend away! Tastes best when refrigerated until cold! Try this and comment below what you think! #veganmilk #madewithnutr #plantbasedmilk #chocolateprotein #chocolatepeanutbutter #proteinshake #marinmamacooks #veganproteinshake

3 ingredient vegan hemp protein drink! Forget buyi

3 ingredient vegan hemp protein drink! Forget buying those expensive protein drinks! You can make your own! I use my @nutr for this, but you can use a blender as well! No straining needed! I love @foursigmatic vanilla protein because it’s not chalky and tastes great! Use my code MMC10 to save $10 on a Nutr machine!
Recipe:
2 TBL hemp seeds @sunfood
1 scoop vanilla protein powder
1 TBL almond butter
1 1/4 cup cold filtered water
Add above ingredients to @nutr or blender, blend away, pour into cup with a cap and refrigerate until cold. You can drink as is, but it’s best cold. Follow me for more great recipes! If you try this, let me know what you think! #marinmamacooks #madewithnutr #plantbasedmilk #nutmilk #vegan #veganrecipes #hempseeds #foursigmatic #sunfood #proteinshake

How to wash, de-stem & thinly slice kale. No knife

How to wash, de-stem & thinly slice kale. No knife needed to de-stem kale, you can do it as you wash it! Just grab the top of the stem and pull down! Check it out! #kitchenhacks #kitchenhack #marinmamacooks #kale #kalesalad #howto #howtocook #mealprep

Perfectly cooked quinoa! Recipe below! I make this

Perfectly cooked quinoa! Recipe below! I make this at least 2x a week. Quinoa is naturally GF and full of protein. This water ratio gives you perfectly cooked quinoa that’s not watery or over cooked.
1 cup quinoa
1 3/4 cup water or bone broth
Big pinch of coarse sea salt
Rinse quinoa in fine mesh strainer if you don’t buy pre-rinsed quinoa. I use @ancientharvest, as you it’s pre-rinsed.
Get small pot with lid and add in quinoa, water and big pinch of salt.
Set pot over high heat and bring quinoa to a boil, give a stir, cover pot, turn heat down to low-simmer, and cook until quinoa’s germs look like lots of little spirals, 12-15 minutes.
Turn off heat, place a dry paper towel between the pot and lid, and let quinoa sit for 5 minutes, fluff with fork or spoon and enjoy! #quinoarecipes #quinoa #howtocook #howtocookthat #ancientharvest #glutenfreefood

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5 ingredient quick & easy guacamole! 🥑 This gua

5 ingredient quick & easy guacamole! 🥑 This guac is the bomb and takes no time to whip together. Save for the recipe! For the full recipe details visit marinmamacooks.com quick and easy guacamole.
2 ripe avocados
2 TBL fresh lime juice
1/4 cup cilantro leaves, finely chopped
3/4 cup red onion, finely diced
1 tsp coarse sea salt
Put all ingredients into a bowl, mash together with a fork until guacamole is well blended, but still chunky. Season to taste with a bit of extra salt and/or lime juice.
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How to slice and roast red peppers! Full recipe be

How to slice and roast red peppers! Full recipe below. These peppers will be your new go-to, as they take no time to prep and bake up. I make them 4-5 times a week! They make a healthy snack, or stellar side-dish as they pair with anything!
3 red, yellow or orange bell peppers
Roughly 1/2 TBL avocado oil
Few pinches of fine Celtic sea salt
Pre-heat oven to 450 degrees
Line rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper
Slice peppers into thin slices
Toss sliced peppers onto baking sheet, drizzle with avocado oil and salt, mix together
Roast peppers in pre-heated oven for 12-15 minutes, giving them a toss with tongs around 10 minute mark!
Enjoy!
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Comment below if you love red peppers! ❤️
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