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wonderful caramel flavor to this hot chocolate. Maca is a vegetable

      native to Peru, and its root is ground into powder to be used for health

      purposes. Maca root is an adaptogen, which means that it can help the

      body adapt to stress and bring bodily processes to homeostasis. I find

      that including maca somewhere in my day several times per week has

      a gentle mood- and energy-boosting effect. Follow package instructions

      for serving size. Look for an organic and reputable brand; I get mine

      online at Thrive Market (www.thrivemarket.com).

      Chamomile Ginger

      Turmeric Latte

      | HANDS-ON TIME: 15 min | TOTAL TIME: 30 min | YIELD: 1 serving | | OPTIONS:

      Here’s a caffeine-free option in my creamy beverage arsenal. Turmeric

       lattes have been on the health and wellness scene for some time now,

       because turmeric contains a polyphenol called curcumin, which can

       benefit oxidative and inflammatory conditions. I appreciate the health

       properties of turmeric, but I don’t adore the taste, so I balanced this

       latte with the gentle floral flavor of chamomile. Including a bit of butter

       from grass-fed cows provides healthy omega-3 fatty acids, and it acts as

       an emulsifier, resulting in a heavenly texture. Combining turmeric with

       a bit of black pepper makes the curcumin more bioavailable, so I don’t

       recommend leaving that out. This latte is one of my favorite ways to end a

       busy day, as a relaxing post-dinner, pre-bedtime delight. Shout out to my

       friend Ryan, founder of Placemat, for the inspiration to add a touch of red

       pepper flakes . . . it just works!

      ½ cup filtered water

      1 cup unsweetened almond milk

      1 chamomile tea bag

      ½ teaspoon ground turmeric

      2 teaspoons honey ( sub maple

      syrup or sub 6 to 8 drops

      liquid stevia, or to taste)

      1 teaspoon butter

      ( sub coconut oil)

      Scant pinch black pepper

      Scant pinch red pepper flakes

      ½-inch piece ginger, peeled and

      roughly chopped

      ¼ teaspoon arrowroot starch

      (sub cornstarch) (optional)

      Place water and almond milk in a small saucepan, and bring to a boil

       over medium heat. Place tea bag in a large heatproof mug (or glass

       jar), and add boiling mixture. Steep 5 to 10 minutes (longer for

       a stronger chamomile flavor), then discard tea bag.

      Place steeped tea and remaining ingredients in a blender. Blend

       until smooth and creamy. If the mixture isn’t warm enough for

       your liking, pour it back into the saucepan, and bring to a simmer.

       Enjoy immediately.

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       Savory Breakfasts

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       Sweet Breakfasts

      BREAKFASTS

      Chapter 4

      If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it! Many of y’all told me that you liked how I separated sweet and savory breakfast items in my first book, so here we are again! When I’m browsing cookbooks, my eyes are always first drawn to dishes on the sweeter side, and I tend to overlook incredible savory breakfast recipes. I hope that giving each a “spotlight” helps you to take a good, long look at all of your options. Whether you start breakfast at 8 a.m. or 1 p.m., how you break your fast sets the tone for the rest of the day, and I want it to be a good one for you! In both the Sweet and Savory sections, you’ll find options for vegan, vegetarian, keto or low-carb, paleo, and omnivorous dietary lifestyles. You’ll also see both single-serving and batch-cooking recipes, to suit your preference and schedule. And, if you’re anything like me, you might want breakfast for dinner on occasion (read: often), so don’t be shy about enjoying my breakfast recipes any time of the day.

       71 Apple Sausage Breakfast Bake

       72 Sun-Dried Tomato & Broccoli Vegan Frittata

       75 B.E.C. Freezeritos

       77 Grain-Free Biscuits with Miso Mushroom Gravy

       81 BBQ Sweet Potato Tofu Tacos

       82 Chive & Goat Cheese Fluffy Baked Eggs

      Chapter 4:

      BREAKFASTS

      Savory Breakfasts

      One of the changes that came from consciously decreasing my sugar intake is a greater love for savory breakfasts. For most of my life, I would always choose something on the sweeter side to start my day—oatmeal, granola, smoothies, etc. While I still adore those foods (and have them often), I have a newfound love and respect for dishes like my Grain-Free Biscuits with Miso Mushroom Gravy, Sun-Dried Tomato & Broccoli Vegan Frittata, and, of course, eggs in various ways. Plus, my journey with intuitive eating has often led to later breakfasts, and these dishes make for lovely brunch options around 11 a.m.

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