Only our Pastors could place a night of food, fellowship and laughter in the midst of a Daniel Fast. That alone made the evening begin with an inner anticipation of , “What next God?”
How delightful it was to fellowship at last night’s “Laugh Your Way to a Better Marriage.” Our hosts, Pastor and Yolanda Duley had the event catered. “But the church is on a Daniels Fast”, I thought… I think they love to do what no one expects! I was surprised by both our wonderful appetizer spread and the evenings DVD. But I don’t want to get ahead of myself…
The couples came into the fellowship little by little and as they did our caterer and her husband began to deliver beautiful platters of food. She created food in line with our fast, both savory and sweet. For a moment I saw what looked like chocolate-chocolate chip cookies and said to myself “IT’S A COOKIE!” In actuality it was a bean wafer with a dollop of sauce and itsy bitsy pieces of pineapple on top. (yummy) There was platter after platter of delightfully tasty creations made just for us. Whew! It was a happy surprise. I actually wondered if we could have a fellowship with healthy food and enjoy it… And everyone did.
You could hear laughter and talking through-out the fellowship hall. After sampling one of everything at the tables…okay, that’s a lie…it could have been 2, maybe 3) But seriously, I didn’t know Daniel Fast food could taste so good! The conversation inevitably came around to how everyone was doing on the fast. There were comparisons, sharing, discoveries and challenges shared. We are blessed to have one another. It was a half hour of laughter, eating, drinking (water) and fun.
Okay, this is the best part. Now it’s time to go into the sanctuary for our DVD. Pastor welcomes everyone (well, not everyone because “you” weren’t there…and you know who you are, we missed you!) and I look up in the middle of his welcome over his shoulder and see the word “SEX”, mm-hmm, yes I said sex! I was peddling my bike through this entire evening and came to a complete halt. I’m not sure what he said in his prayer but I did hear the, “Amen.” And so begins our lesson…
Our speaker began to share that he was going to teach married couples the path to the best sex ever! As he spoke there were no snickers, muffled laughter or heads turning to see if anyone saw them give a knowing smile… We were hysterical! It was awesome to hear the truth about sex spoken with such honesty, openness and humor. That sex within marriage was the God inspired plan! God created us, sex and the directions, the know-how and the mapping to do it well and Christians have the potential to have the “best sex ever!” How is that for inspirational!
You know friend, God does all things well. We can place the mundane to the ridiculous in His hand and He doesn’t even blink!
20Now to Him Who, by (in consequence of) the [action of His] power that is at work within us, is able to [carry out His purpose and] do super-abundantly, far over and above all that we [dare] ask or think [infinitely beyond our highest prayers, desires, thoughts, hopes, or dreams]-- 21To Him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations forever and ever. Amen (so be it). Ephesians 3:20-21.
Don’t just be encouraged…be brilliantly outrageous and leap into His hands, entrusting him with your utmost and every molecule of your being, every detail of your life! He’s up to the challenge! You will be amazed at what God can do with you, in you. through you and for you! Cuz…He’s God! And nothing is impossible for HIM!
Be Blessed,
Sharon Goodnow
Saturday, April 24, 2010
Southwest Corn and Black Bean Salad
Ingredients:
11⁄2 cupscornkernels(freshorfrozen)
1/3 cup pine nuts
1/4 cup lime juice
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
2 (14.5 ounce) cans black beans, rinsed
2 cups shredded red cabbage
1 large tomato, diced 1/2 cup minced red onion
Preparation:
1. Place pine nuts in a small dry skillet over medium-low heat and cook,stirring,until fragrant and lightly browned, 2 to 4 minutes.
2. Whisk lime juice,oil,cilantro,salt and pepper in a large bowl.Add the corn, pine nuts, beans, cabbage, tomato and onion; toss to coat. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
3. Freshly ground pepper and salt to taste just before serving.
Yield: four servings
Salad Dressings
Lemon Olive Oil Dressing
1/3 cup fresh lemon juice (1 large or 11⁄2 small lemons)
3⁄4 cup olive oil (or sometimes I mix canola and olive)
1-2 tablespoons tamari or soy sauce
2 large cloves garlic, crushed
Fresh ground black pepper to taste
Shake all ingredients in a bottle. Toss with fresh salad greens. Store leftover dressing in refrigerator.
Tofu Mayonnaise
4 ounces tofu
1/3 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon grated lemon rind
Salt and pepper -- to taste
Puree the tofu with 1/4 cup of water, oil, lemon juice and mustard until smooth. Add grated lemon rind and season with salt and pepper.
You can add 4-6 garlic cloves, mashed with 1/2 teaspoon salt, to the mixture to make garlic mayonnaise. You can experiment with using less oil, or more tofu, according to your taste. You can also add finely chopped white onion or scallion to zip it up.
Serving Size: Just under 1 cup of finished mayo
11⁄2 cupscornkernels(freshorfrozen)
1/3 cup pine nuts
1/4 cup lime juice
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
2 (14.5 ounce) cans black beans, rinsed
2 cups shredded red cabbage
1 large tomato, diced 1/2 cup minced red onion
Preparation:
1. Place pine nuts in a small dry skillet over medium-low heat and cook,stirring,until fragrant and lightly browned, 2 to 4 minutes.
2. Whisk lime juice,oil,cilantro,salt and pepper in a large bowl.Add the corn, pine nuts, beans, cabbage, tomato and onion; toss to coat. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
3. Freshly ground pepper and salt to taste just before serving.
Yield: four servings
Salad Dressings
Lemon Olive Oil Dressing
1/3 cup fresh lemon juice (1 large or 11⁄2 small lemons)
3⁄4 cup olive oil (or sometimes I mix canola and olive)
1-2 tablespoons tamari or soy sauce
2 large cloves garlic, crushed
Fresh ground black pepper to taste
Shake all ingredients in a bottle. Toss with fresh salad greens. Store leftover dressing in refrigerator.
Tofu Mayonnaise
4 ounces tofu
1/3 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon grated lemon rind
Salt and pepper -- to taste
Puree the tofu with 1/4 cup of water, oil, lemon juice and mustard until smooth. Add grated lemon rind and season with salt and pepper.
You can add 4-6 garlic cloves, mashed with 1/2 teaspoon salt, to the mixture to make garlic mayonnaise. You can experiment with using less oil, or more tofu, according to your taste. You can also add finely chopped white onion or scallion to zip it up.
Serving Size: Just under 1 cup of finished mayo
Wednesday, April 21, 2010
Potato Leek Soup
INGREDIENTS
3 large leeks, cut lengthwise, separate, clean. Use only the white and pale green parts, chop.
2 Tbsp olive oil
2 cups water
2 cups broth (or vegetable broth for vegetarian option)*
2 lbs potatoes, peeled, diced into 1/2 inch pieces Marjoram - dash
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme, or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
Tabasco sauce or other red chili sauce
Salt & Pepper
METHOD
1 Cook leeks in oil with salt and pepper in a medium sized sauce pan. Cover pan, cook on low heat for 10 minutes. Check often. Do not brown leeks! Browning will give leeks a burnt taste.
2 Add water, broth, and potatoes. Bring to a low simmer and cook for 20 minutes. Scoop about half of the soup mixture into a blender, puree and return to pan. Add marjoram, parsley, and thyme. Add a few dashes of chili sauce to taste. Add some freshly ground pepper, 1-2 teaspoons salt or more to taste.
Double check seasoning to add more. if needed
You can use soy creamer optional ( trader Joe's sales it)
You can opt to use soy cheese
3 large leeks, cut lengthwise, separate, clean. Use only the white and pale green parts, chop.
2 Tbsp olive oil
2 cups water
2 cups broth (or vegetable broth for vegetarian option)*
2 lbs potatoes, peeled, diced into 1/2 inch pieces Marjoram - dash
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme, or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
Tabasco sauce or other red chili sauce
Salt & Pepper
METHOD
1 Cook leeks in oil with salt and pepper in a medium sized sauce pan. Cover pan, cook on low heat for 10 minutes. Check often. Do not brown leeks! Browning will give leeks a burnt taste.
2 Add water, broth, and potatoes. Bring to a low simmer and cook for 20 minutes. Scoop about half of the soup mixture into a blender, puree and return to pan. Add marjoram, parsley, and thyme. Add a few dashes of chili sauce to taste. Add some freshly ground pepper, 1-2 teaspoons salt or more to taste.
Double check seasoning to add more. if needed
You can use soy creamer optional ( trader Joe's sales it)
You can opt to use soy cheese
Day 5: Speaking God's Word to the Dry places Of Your Life
Can you hear the sound of faith coming out of your mouth? Are you talking about the promises of God and what He will do for you and others?
42So Ahab went up to eat and to drink. And Elijah went up to the top of Mount Carmel. And he bowed himself down on the earth and put his face between his knees. 43And he said to his servant, "Go up now, and look toward the sea." And he went up and looked and said, "There is nothing." And he said, "Go again," seven times. 44And at the seventh time he said, "Behold, a little cloud like a man’s hand is rising from the sea." And he said, "Go up, say to Ahab, 'Prepare your chariot and go down, lest the rain stop you.'" 45And in a little while the heavens grew black with clouds and wind, and there was a great rain. And Ahab rode and went to Jezreel. 46 And the hand of the LORD was on Elijah, and he gathered up his garment and ran before Ahab to the entrance of Jezreel. 1 Kings 18:42-46 (English Standard Version)
Elijah didn’t see the rainfall yet. However, he had faith in God to conceive before he saw it. He's speaking to his servant, telling him to watch, to look and to expect to see God move in his life. He didn't see rain, but he told Ahab, “Get in your chariot and run!", for he heard the sound of rain coming, in faith. Can you see the sound of rain coming in your dry land? Can you feel the presence of God bring new life into your dreams, hopes and prayers?
Elijah's secret to his power was his private prayer life. He puts his face between his knees and prays. In Middle Eastern culture this was a woman's birthing position. Birthing is not for the faint of heart. As we pray, we are birthing dreams and visions, promises and hopes through Gods miracle power.
1. Do you know what it means to birth something in prayer?
2. Have you experienced what it means to press in and pray through?
3. Do you pray once twice or three times and give up cause nothing happens?
Too often that may be our attitude, not so with Elijah. He prayed up to the time of something was birthed. Prayer is hard work. Jesus prayed in the garden with such a birth and intensity that his face perspired great drops of blood.
Do we even know what it means to keep entreating, keep petitioning, and keep knocking? To be like Elijah and not give up. Do you have needs in your family and marriage? Are there needs in your children and job? Are your loved ones sick? Are you in a pressured situation? Press in and birth victories in your life through prayer. Be like Elijah…he was just a man, like us.
17Elijah was a man just like us. He prayed earnestly that it would not rain, and it did not rain on the land for three and a half years. 18Again he prayed, and the heavens gave rain, and the earth produced its crops. James 5:17-18 (NIV)
God is not a respecter of persons…
What God did for Elijah, He will do for you.
Pastor Russell A. Duley
42So Ahab went up to eat and to drink. And Elijah went up to the top of Mount Carmel. And he bowed himself down on the earth and put his face between his knees. 43And he said to his servant, "Go up now, and look toward the sea." And he went up and looked and said, "There is nothing." And he said, "Go again," seven times. 44And at the seventh time he said, "Behold, a little cloud like a man’s hand is rising from the sea." And he said, "Go up, say to Ahab, 'Prepare your chariot and go down, lest the rain stop you.'" 45And in a little while the heavens grew black with clouds and wind, and there was a great rain. And Ahab rode and went to Jezreel. 46 And the hand of the LORD was on Elijah, and he gathered up his garment and ran before Ahab to the entrance of Jezreel. 1 Kings 18:42-46 (English Standard Version)
Elijah didn’t see the rainfall yet. However, he had faith in God to conceive before he saw it. He's speaking to his servant, telling him to watch, to look and to expect to see God move in his life. He didn't see rain, but he told Ahab, “Get in your chariot and run!", for he heard the sound of rain coming, in faith. Can you see the sound of rain coming in your dry land? Can you feel the presence of God bring new life into your dreams, hopes and prayers?
Elijah's secret to his power was his private prayer life. He puts his face between his knees and prays. In Middle Eastern culture this was a woman's birthing position. Birthing is not for the faint of heart. As we pray, we are birthing dreams and visions, promises and hopes through Gods miracle power.
1. Do you know what it means to birth something in prayer?
2. Have you experienced what it means to press in and pray through?
3. Do you pray once twice or three times and give up cause nothing happens?
Too often that may be our attitude, not so with Elijah. He prayed up to the time of something was birthed. Prayer is hard work. Jesus prayed in the garden with such a birth and intensity that his face perspired great drops of blood.
Do we even know what it means to keep entreating, keep petitioning, and keep knocking? To be like Elijah and not give up. Do you have needs in your family and marriage? Are there needs in your children and job? Are your loved ones sick? Are you in a pressured situation? Press in and birth victories in your life through prayer. Be like Elijah…he was just a man, like us.
17Elijah was a man just like us. He prayed earnestly that it would not rain, and it did not rain on the land for three and a half years. 18Again he prayed, and the heavens gave rain, and the earth produced its crops. James 5:17-18 (NIV)
God is not a respecter of persons…
What God did for Elijah, He will do for you.
Pastor Russell A. Duley
Day 4: Set Your Heart on Things Above- Yolanda Duley
This Morning In my quiet time I was reading the word and opened to this:
1Since, then, you have been raised with Christ, set your hearts on things above, where Christ is seated at the right hand of God. 2Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things. Col. 3:1-2 (NIV)
It seems God was speaking to me on how we are to approach our fasting. It is not to allow our flesh to reside and to draw and make us happy and content on our favorite foods. It is a sacrifice offering to the Lord. It is a fellowship and friendship with Jesus. Did you know that the Israelite s were commanded to bring a cake offering as a friendship offering to God? God knows food is precious to us.
20 Present a cake from the first of your ground meal and present it as an offering from the threshing floor. Numbers 15:20 (NIV)
Let us Give up our desires and comforts, which will touch the heart of God. As a result you will gain power in your prayer time, and you will see Jesus in the power of his might.
11being strengthened with all power according to his glorious might so that you may have great endurance and patience, and joyfully. Col. 1:11 (NIV)
You will Gain more integrity, purity and honesty in your walk with him. Here we are, four days of fasting. Has God spoken to you? Did he touch your spirit? Are you stirred up and able to see God's victory in your life? Are you now stronger to witness God's greatness? Are you ready to talk about Jesus?
Think about these things and as we continue and press forward in agreement with our pastor. I give you this scripture in closing.
17"See to it that you complete the work you have received in the Lord." Col. 4:17
All my prayer and Love,
Yolanda Duley
1Since, then, you have been raised with Christ, set your hearts on things above, where Christ is seated at the right hand of God. 2Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things. Col. 3:1-2 (NIV)
It seems God was speaking to me on how we are to approach our fasting. It is not to allow our flesh to reside and to draw and make us happy and content on our favorite foods. It is a sacrifice offering to the Lord. It is a fellowship and friendship with Jesus. Did you know that the Israelite s were commanded to bring a cake offering as a friendship offering to God? God knows food is precious to us.
20 Present a cake from the first of your ground meal and present it as an offering from the threshing floor. Numbers 15:20 (NIV)
Let us Give up our desires and comforts, which will touch the heart of God. As a result you will gain power in your prayer time, and you will see Jesus in the power of his might.
11being strengthened with all power according to his glorious might so that you may have great endurance and patience, and joyfully. Col. 1:11 (NIV)
You will Gain more integrity, purity and honesty in your walk with him. Here we are, four days of fasting. Has God spoken to you? Did he touch your spirit? Are you stirred up and able to see God's victory in your life? Are you now stronger to witness God's greatness? Are you ready to talk about Jesus?
Think about these things and as we continue and press forward in agreement with our pastor. I give you this scripture in closing.
17"See to it that you complete the work you have received in the Lord." Col. 4:17
All my prayer and Love,
Yolanda Duley
DAY 3 : Message given from Reverend Rick Thomas
Adrienne and Pastor Yolanda asked me to write down some thoughts of encouragement that will help us to stay focused and to stay the course as we corporately engage in this God birthed, directed, inspired and led Fast. As I began to write down my thoughts I suddenly realized that there are noises in the room that are competing with my most profound thoughts, so much so, that I am finding it very difficult to hear these profound, and I’m sure, awe inspiring words that will move us from where we are to where we need to be…. After further investigation, I find these noises are emanating from the very temple that is currently writing these words to you! So now I will be directing my words of encouragement not only to the readers of this blog but, oh my, to myself as well…. As it should be, I suppose….
Both Zenaida and I have found this to be a time of careful examination of our own spiritual condition as the battle rages with our flesh in not pursuing its wants and desires and pressing into the reason why we are fasting in the first place. As we have pressed through the initial caffeine headaches and lack of satisfaction after gorging ourselves on things that really didn’t make us happy, we notice that time seems to have slowed down so that our flesh can torment us in ever increasing waves every step of the way! But then, the spirit comes rushing to our rescue, reminding us of the reason and purpose and goal of this fast and we are renewed, refreshed, strengthened and encouraged that God is in control and He will accomplish all that He has set out for us to do!!!
Eph. 3:20,21 – Now to Him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to His power that is at work within us, to Him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, forever and ever! Amen
I will close this blog with one resounding word in the midst of my spirit….REVIVAL!!!!!!!!!
With many blessings and much love,
Reverend Rick Thomas
Both Zenaida and I have found this to be a time of careful examination of our own spiritual condition as the battle rages with our flesh in not pursuing its wants and desires and pressing into the reason why we are fasting in the first place. As we have pressed through the initial caffeine headaches and lack of satisfaction after gorging ourselves on things that really didn’t make us happy, we notice that time seems to have slowed down so that our flesh can torment us in ever increasing waves every step of the way! But then, the spirit comes rushing to our rescue, reminding us of the reason and purpose and goal of this fast and we are renewed, refreshed, strengthened and encouraged that God is in control and He will accomplish all that He has set out for us to do!!!
Eph. 3:20,21 – Now to Him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to His power that is at work within us, to Him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, forever and ever! Amen
I will close this blog with one resounding word in the midst of my spirit….REVIVAL!!!!!!!!!
With many blessings and much love,
Reverend Rick Thomas
Tuesday, April 20, 2010
Day 2 Bean and Rice Casserole, Breakfast Food and Snacks
Bean and Rice Casserole
Preheat oven to 375
Ingredients:
1 medium onion, chopped 2 cup uncooked brown rice 1 can red kidney beans (15 1/4 - 19 oz), drained and rinsed 1 can black beans (15 1/4 - 19 oz), drained and rinsed 1 can garbanzo beans (15 1/4 - 19 oz), drained and rinsed 1 can stewed tomatoes (14 1/2 - 16 oz), drained 1 can chopped mild chilies (4 oz), drained 10 ounces frozen green peas, thawed by placing under running water 1 cup frozen corn, thawed by placing under running water
Preparation:
1. In a 5-qt Dutch oven over medium high heat, sauté onion in liquid of your choice (balsamic vinegar, olive oil, water) until tender, stirring occasionally.
2. Add rice; cook while stirring until parched and slightly opaque.
3. Add beans, tomatoes, chilies and 3 1/2 cups of water to rice and onion in Dutch oven and bring mixture to boil.
4. Cover tightly place in oven, baking until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed (around 1 hour for brown rice).
5. Add peas and corn, adjust seasonings, and return to oven until heated through.
Yield: four servings
Potato and Green Onion Frittata
Preheat the oven to 350°F.
1/4 cup olive oil
1 onion, finely chopped
4-5 green onions, chopped with the green and white parts separated
4 cloves garlic, minced 2 medium potatoes, shredded (or 2
cups of frozen shredded potatoes)
Preparation:
2 tsp. salt, divided 1/2 tsp. pepper, divided 2 lb. firm tofu 2-3 Tbsp. soy sauce, to taste
1. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion and the white part of the green onions and sauté for 2 to 3 minutes.
2. Add the garlic and heat for another 30 seconds.
3. Increase the heat to medium-and add the potatoes
1tsp.of the salt,and 1/4 tsp. of the pepper. Cook for 10 to 15 minutes, flipping the potatoes regularly until they are well-browned.
4. Blend the remaining salt and pepper, the tofu, and soy sauce in a food processor until they are creamy.
5. Pour creamy mixture and the green part of the green onions over the fried potatoes and mix. Pour this mixture into a large, oiled pie or tart pan.
6. Bake for 30 to 40 minutes or until the center is firm. Allow the frittata to cool for 10 minutes then invert onto a serving plate.
Yield: 4 Servings
Apple and Oat Porridge
Ingredients:
4 cups water 11⁄2 cups oat bran(not oatmeal) 1 large apple - peeled/cored and
chopped into very small pieces 1/3 cup raisins
Preparation:
1⁄2 teaspoon ground caraway seeds
1⁄2 teaspoon cinnamon 1⁄2 teaspoon salt
Soy milk for serving (optional)
1. In a 2 quarts sauce pan over high heat, bring the water to a boil. Stir in the oat bran and allow water to return to a boil.
2. Reduce heat to low and cook for two minutes - stirring often. 3. After two minutes,turn off heat.Stir in the apple,raisins,and spices.Let
stand until apple pieces soften - about 5 minutes - stirring occasionally. 4. Dividehotcerealevenlyamong4bowls.Serve with the soy milk if
desired.
Yield: 4 servings
SNACKS
Take snacks in “servings,” so you don’t over eat on these sometimes high-calorie foods.
Rice cakes, just plain old crunchy patties
Rice cakes with peanut
butter and raisins
Almonds
Dried fruit including apricots
Apples dipped in nut butter
Sliced fruit
Veggies with dip
Popped popcorn
Trail mix with nuts, raisins, sunflower seeds, coconut pieces and dried fruit
Fruit kabobs
Frozen fruit including grapes, blueberries, strawberries and bananas
Whole wheat crackers* with nut butter
Hummus with flat bread*
Chapattis or Indian Flat Bread
Chapattis are similar to tortillas, but made with no baking powder. They are easy to make and keep well if stored in an air-tight container. Chapattis are common in Southeast Asia and throughout Africa.
Ingredients:
2 1⁄2 cups wheat flour
2 cups water (or enough to make a soft dough)
1 pinch salt
Preparation:
1. Mix flour and salt in a large mixing bowl.
2. Make a hole in flour and using your hand, mix in water to make a soft dough.
3. Knead for five minutes, return to the bowl, cover with wet cloth and refrigerate for an
hour.
4. Heat a cast iron skillet over medium high heat until very hot.
5. Roll out 1/2 a handful of dough into a flat round shape and place in pan, cooking for 1
minute on each side.
6. Once turned press gently with a towel, until brown.
7. Repeat until all dough is used.
Yield: About 10 chapattis
Preheat oven to 375
Ingredients:
1 medium onion, chopped 2 cup uncooked brown rice 1 can red kidney beans (15 1/4 - 19 oz), drained and rinsed 1 can black beans (15 1/4 - 19 oz), drained and rinsed 1 can garbanzo beans (15 1/4 - 19 oz), drained and rinsed 1 can stewed tomatoes (14 1/2 - 16 oz), drained 1 can chopped mild chilies (4 oz), drained 10 ounces frozen green peas, thawed by placing under running water 1 cup frozen corn, thawed by placing under running water
Preparation:
1. In a 5-qt Dutch oven over medium high heat, sauté onion in liquid of your choice (balsamic vinegar, olive oil, water) until tender, stirring occasionally.
2. Add rice; cook while stirring until parched and slightly opaque.
3. Add beans, tomatoes, chilies and 3 1/2 cups of water to rice and onion in Dutch oven and bring mixture to boil.
4. Cover tightly place in oven, baking until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed (around 1 hour for brown rice).
5. Add peas and corn, adjust seasonings, and return to oven until heated through.
Yield: four servings
Potato and Green Onion Frittata
Preheat the oven to 350°F.
1/4 cup olive oil
1 onion, finely chopped
4-5 green onions, chopped with the green and white parts separated
4 cloves garlic, minced 2 medium potatoes, shredded (or 2
cups of frozen shredded potatoes)
Preparation:
2 tsp. salt, divided 1/2 tsp. pepper, divided 2 lb. firm tofu 2-3 Tbsp. soy sauce, to taste
1. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion and the white part of the green onions and sauté for 2 to 3 minutes.
2. Add the garlic and heat for another 30 seconds.
3. Increase the heat to medium-and add the potatoes
1tsp.of the salt,and 1/4 tsp. of the pepper. Cook for 10 to 15 minutes, flipping the potatoes regularly until they are well-browned.
4. Blend the remaining salt and pepper, the tofu, and soy sauce in a food processor until they are creamy.
5. Pour creamy mixture and the green part of the green onions over the fried potatoes and mix. Pour this mixture into a large, oiled pie or tart pan.
6. Bake for 30 to 40 minutes or until the center is firm. Allow the frittata to cool for 10 minutes then invert onto a serving plate.
Yield: 4 Servings
Apple and Oat Porridge
Ingredients:
4 cups water 11⁄2 cups oat bran(not oatmeal) 1 large apple - peeled/cored and
chopped into very small pieces 1/3 cup raisins
Preparation:
1⁄2 teaspoon ground caraway seeds
1⁄2 teaspoon cinnamon 1⁄2 teaspoon salt
Soy milk for serving (optional)
1. In a 2 quarts sauce pan over high heat, bring the water to a boil. Stir in the oat bran and allow water to return to a boil.
2. Reduce heat to low and cook for two minutes - stirring often. 3. After two minutes,turn off heat.Stir in the apple,raisins,and spices.Let
stand until apple pieces soften - about 5 minutes - stirring occasionally. 4. Dividehotcerealevenlyamong4bowls.Serve with the soy milk if
desired.
Yield: 4 servings
SNACKS
Take snacks in “servings,” so you don’t over eat on these sometimes high-calorie foods.
Rice cakes, just plain old crunchy patties
Rice cakes with peanut
butter and raisins
Almonds
Dried fruit including apricots
Apples dipped in nut butter
Sliced fruit
Veggies with dip
Popped popcorn
Trail mix with nuts, raisins, sunflower seeds, coconut pieces and dried fruit
Fruit kabobs
Frozen fruit including grapes, blueberries, strawberries and bananas
Whole wheat crackers* with nut butter
Hummus with flat bread*
Chapattis or Indian Flat Bread
Chapattis are similar to tortillas, but made with no baking powder. They are easy to make and keep well if stored in an air-tight container. Chapattis are common in Southeast Asia and throughout Africa.
Ingredients:
2 1⁄2 cups wheat flour
2 cups water (or enough to make a soft dough)
1 pinch salt
Preparation:
1. Mix flour and salt in a large mixing bowl.
2. Make a hole in flour and using your hand, mix in water to make a soft dough.
3. Knead for five minutes, return to the bowl, cover with wet cloth and refrigerate for an
hour.
4. Heat a cast iron skillet over medium high heat until very hot.
5. Roll out 1/2 a handful of dough into a flat round shape and place in pan, cooking for 1
minute on each side.
6. Once turned press gently with a towel, until brown.
7. Repeat until all dough is used.
Yield: About 10 chapattis
Monday, April 19, 2010
DAY 1
It is day one of our churches corporate fast. My approach to fasting has always been giving up one thing that I absolutely love. Alternatively, I fasted for several days or even months. I was okay with that until, our pastor challenged us to a Daniel Fast and inspired us as a church body, to engage ourselves. This fast omits all the foods I love and have the freedom to choose and eat whenever I wanted. In my mind , that was a huge commitment to discipline my flesh.
I realize, fasting is a routine of discipline and obedience. Jesus became obedient and disciplined to die on the cross and on the third day rose from the dead so, that whosoever believes in him can have life eternal. It seems his supreme sacrifice was fasting his whole life that I might live. As I think of offering this grand sacrifice of mine. Suddenly, I understand that my fasting is a God idea and not my own. So, where do I find my strength to continue in my commitment?
Luke 2:37 (New International Version)
37and then was a widow until she was eighty-four.[a] She never left the temple but worshiped night and day, fasting and praying.
A one week sacrifice doesn't begin to compare with this woman who gave her life to prayer and fasting. Why did she do that? She wanted to see Jesus in a fresh new way, everyday. I pray that you will gain a greater revelation of the benefits of prayer, fasting and seeking the lord with passion and intensity. May you also, like Anna, Aspire to see Jesus a fresh new way in your life everyday.
Blessings,
Yolanda Duley
I realize, fasting is a routine of discipline and obedience. Jesus became obedient and disciplined to die on the cross and on the third day rose from the dead so, that whosoever believes in him can have life eternal. It seems his supreme sacrifice was fasting his whole life that I might live. As I think of offering this grand sacrifice of mine. Suddenly, I understand that my fasting is a God idea and not my own. So, where do I find my strength to continue in my commitment?
Luke 2:37 (New International Version)
37and then was a widow until she was eighty-four.[a] She never left the temple but worshiped night and day, fasting and praying.
A one week sacrifice doesn't begin to compare with this woman who gave her life to prayer and fasting. Why did she do that? She wanted to see Jesus in a fresh new way, everyday. I pray that you will gain a greater revelation of the benefits of prayer, fasting and seeking the lord with passion and intensity. May you also, like Anna, Aspire to see Jesus a fresh new way in your life everyday.
Blessings,
Yolanda Duley
Sunday, April 18, 2010
Lentil and Green Collard Soup and Veggie Stir-Fry
Lentil and Green Collard Soup
Ready In: 45 Minutes
Servings: 4
Ingredients:
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 large onion, chopped
1 tablespoon salt
1 cup dry red lentils, rinsed and drained
6 cups water
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 bunch collard greens - rinsed, stemmed
and thinly sliced
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 tablespoons minced garlic
1/3 cup lemon juice
Directions:
1. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat, stir in onion and salt; cook until softened and translucent, about 4 minutes. Stir in lentils, and cook for 1 minute. Pour in water, then bring to a boil over high heat, then turn heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until the lentils are tender, about 15 minutes.
2. Meanwhile, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add collard greens, and cook until wilted, about 10 minutes. When the lentils are tender, stir in the collard greens and season with cumin, cinnamon, and garlic; allow to simmer 10 more minutes. Stir in lemon juice before serving.
Veggie Stir-Fry
Ingredients:
2 teaspoons cornstarch
1/2 cup cold water
3 tablespoons soy sauce
1 cup fresh broccoli florets
1 medium carrot, thinly sliced
1/2 small onion, julienned
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 cup shredded cabbage
1 small zucchini, julienned
6 large mushrooms, sliced
1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
Hot cooked rice
Directions:
1. In a small bowl, whisk the cornstarch, water and soy sauce until smooth; set aside. In a large skillet or wok, stir-fry the broccoli, carrot and onion in oil for 5 minutes. Add the cabbage, zucchini, mushrooms and garlic. Stir-fry until vegetables are tender. Stir soy sauce mixture; add to skillet. Cook and stir until thickened. Serve with rice if desired.
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