Chickpea Lentil Veggie Soup (DF, GF)

This is REALLY good.  The dates give it a nice flavor !

Ingredients:

1 Tbsp minced jar garlic

1 onion, chopped

1 can tomatoes (I used the liquid) 

2 cans chickpeas (I used the liquid)

1 can lentils (I used the liquid)

12-oz package frozen broccoli/cauliflower mix

12-oz package frozen sliced carrots 

1 tsp ground ginger

1 tsp ground turmeric

1/2 tsp salt

2 tsp paprika

1/2 tsp ground cumin

1/2 tsp ground coriander

1 tsp ground cinnamon

1/4 tsp cayenne pepper

1/4 tsp black pepper

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2 cups water or veggie broth

1/2 cup Unsweetened Shredded Coconut  (I use Bob's Red Mill)

3 large dates, pitted

Directions:
Blend water or veggie broth, coconut and dates in a food processor or blender until smooth.

Put everything in a crockpot and cook on low for 10-12 hours, or until done.

My favorite food processor is the  KitchenAid  7-Cup Food Processor. 

For blenders, I use both the  Vitamix Blender and Ninja Master Prep Professional Blender

My share in life has been pleasant;  my part has been beautiful.
Psalm 16:6 (NCV)

Cranberry Peanut Chocolate Chip Balls

Adapted from this recipe .

Ingredients:

1 cup Quaker old fashioned oats 

1 cup rice crispy cereal

1/2 cup sunflower seeds

1/2 cup Unsweetened Shredded Coconut 

1/2 cup raw peanuts 

3/4 cup vegan chocolate chips

3/4 cup dried cranberries 

2 Tbsp molasses

1/4 cup Hershey's Unsweetened Cocoa Powder

1 tsp vanilla extract

1/8 tsp salt

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1 cup dates

1 large ripe banana

1 cup natural peanut butter  

Directions:

Blend dates, banana and peanut butter until smooth.

Mix everything (INCLUDING date mixture) together in a bowl. 

Shape into balls.    Each day these bars tend to get more flavorful.

I've started using the  Farberware Cookie Scoop for forming the snack balls, instead of using my hands.  It is easier and not as messy.

My favorite food processor is the KitchenAid  7-Cup Food Processor. 

For blenders, I use both the  Vitamix Blender and Ninja Master Prep Professional Blender

I praise the Lord because he advises me.  Even at night, I feel his leading. 

Psalm 16:7 (NCV)