Katie's Coldpress

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I believe we are here on the planet Earth to live, grow up and do what we can to make this world a better place for all people to enjoy freedom. - Rosa Parks #blackoutTuesday

We’re still keeping our trips to the store few and far between, so we focus on getting shelf-stable foods in bulk, then lean on our garden to fill in the gaps. Our favorites are lettuce, tomatoes, beans and herbs (cilantro, parsley, basil, rosemary, oregano). Planter Box: https://www.katiescoldpress.com/order.html

Where we go to feel grounded

I spy a fresh batch of planter boxes rolling into Griggs Nursery.

We finally built planter boxes for our *own yard* and I may never go back inside.

A favorite around here Elderberry Pineapple Smoothie! 1 cup pineapple 1 frozen banana 5 ice cubes... 1 cup almond or coconut milk 1/2 cup water 1 tablespoon Carmel Berry Company elderberry syrup Blend all together except the elderberry syrup. Add the elderberry syrup, blend one last time and enjoy. See more

Hey friends! Some of you have written over the past few months asking when we’ll resume juice production, so I wanted to take a moment to check in. It was my hope when we began sheltering in place back in March that our country would be able to get Covid under control, and I remain hopeful. But until that happens, we’re playing it extremely safe and sticking to work that can be done entirely from home. Like everyone else, I wish more than anything that we could know when this will be over. Until then, we’re making the most of our time here together learning, playing and growing where we’re planted.

I love this recipe because you don’t have to wait for the chia pudding to set for hours in the fridge just blend 1/2 cup chia seeds into 2 cups your choice of milk (we used cashew), let it set in the blender for five minutes, blend again and pour into bowls. Top with fresh berries and Carmel Berry Company syrup. We paired Elderflower Syrup with strawberries and Elderberry Syrup with blueberries. Big hit with the kiddos!

Our first of many bean harvests! And I’m loving this peanut dipping sauce from Minimalist Baker: 1/2 cup salted creamy peanut butter* (or almond butter or sunflower butter)... 2-3 Tbsp gluten-free tamari (if not gluten-free sub soy sauce // if soy-free sub coconut aminos*) 1-2 Tbsp maple syrup (or other sweetener of choice) 1 tsp chili garlic sauce (or 1 red Thai chili, minced // or 1/4 tsp red pepper flake // adjust to preferred spice level) 2-3 Tbsp lime juice ~1/4 cup water (to thin) See more

Loving this butter lettuce and berry salad the dressing is what really makes it! Here’s the recipe: 6 tablespoons olive oil... 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar 2 tablespoons lemon juice 2 tablespoons Carmel Berry Company elderberry syrup 1 tablespoon honey or agave syrup Top your lettuce with berries and cashews, and save your extra dressing in a little jar in the fridge for later.

Hey all! It’s been a minute. Beyond spending this week reading and listening to Black experiences, our family has been focused on our health despite maintaining a strict quarantine, I somehow became sick and am working on getting a clear diagnosis. We’re pausing planter box production for the time being, and I’ll let everyone know when we’re back up and running.