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RecipesFOR STRONGER BONES32DeliciousRecipesPacked Fullof Calcium &Magnesium

RECIPES FOR STRONGER BONESWhen it comes to your body and mind, there’s nothing betterthan preparing your own home cooked meals with fresh, qualityingredients. That’s why this recipe ebook focuses on nutrient denseingredients and playful recipes that will make cooking easy and funagain. Each recipe contains calcium, magnesium and many otherimportant vitamins and minerals for bone health. Your bones needreal, whole foods and this recipe book will provide that.Things to keep in mind:Play Around/Try New Things: This recipebook provides you with 32 new and excitingrecipes for you to try. People follow manydifferent diets: Paleo, Vegetarian, Vegan,Gluten-Free to name a few - and we knowthis. If an ingredient doesn’t align with yourdiet, that’s ok! Play around with alternativesthat work for you. Diets should be bioindividual, meaning that there is no one-sizefits-all approach. Each individual has differentfood and nutrient choices and needs tobe met.Choose Organic Ingredients: Try to useorganic ingredients whenever possible toreduce your body from pesticide exposureand unnecessary additives. If you can’tchoose organic, whether it’s price orconvenience that plays a factor, you can alsochoose fruits and veggies that are knownto have less pesticides. The EnvironmentalWorking Group (EWG.org) releases a listevery year of the fruits and veggies that havethe most pesticides and which ones have thefewest. You can keep this list in mind the nexttime you are shopping and organic is notan option.2Support Local Farmers: Buying directlyfrom your local farmer gives them a betterreturn for their produce. On top of that, youcan speak directly to the farmer about howand where your food is produced, a luxuryyou do not have at big box stores. Thisconnects you to your food.Know Your Butcher: A good butcher hasan understanding and respect for theanimal and the meat. They can advise youon different cuts, how to prepare and cookthem and suggest recipes. Just like withlocal farmers, you also have the luxury ofasking where your meat comes from andhow it’s raised and treated.Grow Your Own: Your food could potentiallybe traveling thousands of miles before itgets to your place. All this traveling andshipping uses fossil fuels and contributesto pollution. In addition to doing your smallpart in protecting the environment, growingyour own food is gratifying. Whether yougrow your own herbs or have a full blowngarden, you will better understand yourfood and appreciate the entire process:from seed to plate. algaecal.com 1-800-820-0184 support@algaecal.com

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RECIPES FOR STRONGER BONESSnacks5Kale Chips6Cowboy Caviar Dip7No-Bake Energy Bites8Quinoa Bites9 Roasted Red PepperHummus10 VietnameseRainbow Rolls4

RECIPES FOR STRONGER BONESKale ChipsPrep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 40 mins Makes: 2-3 servingsIngredients:1 bunch kale2 tbsp. cold-pressed extravirgin olive oil1/2 lemon, freshly squeezedSalt Pepper to tasteOptional: cumin, red pepperflakes or nutritional yeast5Directions:1. Preheat oven to 375F2. Thoroughly rinse and dry kale leaves3. De-stem the kale by removing the tough,fibrous stem4. Chop into large pieces5. Put into a bowl and toss with olive oil, salt pepper and lemon juice6. Place onto a baking sheet and bake for15 minutes7. Flip Kale Chips8. Bake for 10 minutes or until crisp

RECIPES FOR STRONGER BONESCowboyCaviar DipPrep Time: 20 mins Total Time: 20 mins Makes: 3-4 servingsIngredients:1 lime, freshly squeezed3 tbsp. cold-pressed extra virgin olive oil1 cup corn1 cup black beans, rinsed½ cup plum tomatoes, chopped2 scallions, chopped1 avocado, diced1/8 tsp. cayenne1/4 cup cilantro, choppedSalt and Pepper to tasteTortilla chips6Directions:1. Mix all ingredients together in a bowl2. Eat cowboy caviar on its own or withtortilla chips

RECIPES FOR STRONGER BONESNo-BakeEnergy BitesPrep Time: 10 mins Total Time: 30 mins Makes: 20 energy bitesIngredients:1 cup dry oatmeal flakes1/4 cup dark chocolate, chopped1/2 cup natural peanut butter1/4 cup flaxseeds1/3 cup raw honey1 tsp. vanilla extract7Directions:1. Mix all ingredients together in a large bowl2. Let sit for 10 minutes3. Using a spoon, form bite-sized balls4. Place energy bites onto a tray and into thefridge for 20 minutes or until hardened

RECIPES FOR STRONGER BONESQuinoa BitesPrep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 40 mins Makes: 2-3 servingsIngredients:1 cup uncooked quinoa2 large eggs1 cup onion, chopped1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded2 tsp. garlic, minced1/2 cup fresh basil, chopped(or 2 tablespoons dried)1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, diced1/2 tsp. salt1 tsp. paprika1 teaspoon dried oreganoMarinara sauce for dipping8Directions:1. Preheat oven to 350F2. Place the quinoa and two cups of water in acovered pot. Bring to boil and then simmerfor 20 minutes or until quinoa is tender3. Mix together all ingredients, except marinarasauce, in a medium mixing bowl4. Distribute mixture into a greased mini muffintin, filling each cup to the top (one heapingtablespoon each), and press down gently tocompact5. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes. Cool for 10minutes before removing from the muffin tin6. Serve warm with sauce for dipping

RECIPES FOR STRONGER BONESRoasted RedPepper HummusPrep Time: 20 mins Total Time: 20 mins Makes: 3-4 servingsIngredients:1 garlic, chopped1 cup chickpeas2 tbsp. tahini1 lemon, freshly squeezed1 medium red pepper, roastedSalt and pepper to taste1 tbsp. cold-pressedextra virgin olive oil9Directions:1. In a food processor, combine garlic, chickpeas,tahini, and lemon juice2. Process until the mixture is smooth3. Add roasted red pepper (turn oven on highbroil and rotate pepper until charred 15-20mins)4. Process until smooth5. Season with salt and pepper6. Transfer hummus to a bowl, drizzle with coldpressed extra virgin olive oil and serve!

RECIPES FOR STRONGER BONESSNACKSVietnameseRainbowRolls10

RECIPES FOR STRONGER BONESVietnameseRainbow RollsPrep Time: 20 mins Total Time: 40 mins Makes: 8-12 rollsIngredients:1 cup cooked vermicelli8-12 rice paper sheets1 carrot, sliced1 avocado, sliced1 medium cucumber, sliced1 cup basil1 red pepper,sliced* CAN ADDcooked wild shrimpor grass-fedchickenPEANUT SAUCE:3 tbsp. natural peanut butter1 garlic clove, minced1 tbsp. ginger, peeled andfinely chopped2 tbsp. each of tamari, maple syrup,and lime juiceChili powder, to taste1-2 tbsp. water (depending on thethickness desired)11Directions:1. Peanut sauce: blend or mix together all theingredients until smooth. To bring out moreof the flavors saute the garlic and ginger first.Set aside in a bowl.Summer Rainbow Rolls:2. Cut all the veggies into thin strips3. Dip your rice paper sheets in warm water sothey soften and then arrange your fillings inthe middle4. Fold over two ends, then wrap it, making it astight as possible5. Serve with peanut sauce

RECIPES FOR STRONGER BONESSmoothies/Drinks13Wide Awake Smoothie14 Matcha Green Tea Smoothie1512Homemade Almond Milk

RECIPES FOR STRONGER BONESWide AwakeSmoothiePrep Time: 6 hrs Total Time: 6 hrs, 5 mins Makes: 1-2 cupsIngredients:3 tbsp raw cashews, soaked in 1 cup ofwater for 6 hours or overnight1 banana, peeled and chopped (frozenoptional)1 tsp. cacao nibs1 tbsp. natural peanut butter1/2 cup Ice1/4 cup cooled organic, fair-trade coffee1/4 cup milk (or milk alternative:almond or coconut milk)13Directions:1. Blend all ingredients until smooth!

RECIPES FOR STRONGER BONESMatcha Green TeaSmoothiePrep Time: 5 mins Total Time: 5 mins Makes: 1-2 cupsIngredients:1/2 cup greek yogurt (plain)1/4 cup milk (or milk alternative:almond or coconut milk)1 tbsp. matcha green tea powder1 banana, sliced (frozen optional)6-8 ice cubes14Directions:1. Blend all ingredients until smooth!

RECIPES FOR STRONGER BONESDRINKHomemadeAlmondMilk15

RECIPES FOR STRONGER BONESHomemadeAlmond MilkPrep Time: 8 hrs Total Time: 8 hrs, 30 mins Makes 3-4 servingsIngredients:1 cup raw, unsalted almonds,Nut milk bag (or fine meshsieve)3 cups filtered waterPinch of sea saltOPTIONAL:1 whole vanilla bean pod and2-3 pitted medjool dates tosweeten16Directions:1. Place almonds in a bowl and cover with water. Soakthem overnight for 8-12 hours.2. Rinse the almonds and drain3. Place almonds in a blender with the 3 cups of filteredwater and blend on high speed for 1-2 minutes. (Ifadding dates and chopped vanilla bean do so beforeblending, too)4. Place your nut milk bag over a large bowl and thenpour the almond milk into the bag. Pour slowly andonce almond milk has passed through the bag, gentlysqueeze to release the excess milk as well.5. Add your pinch of sea salt and stir.6. Pour milk into a glass jar and refrigerate for up to 2-4days. (You may find that your almond milk separates that’s okay! Just shake it well before using.)

RECIPES FOR STRONGER BONESSalads18Roasted Beet and KaleSalad19 Couscous with Broccoliand Feta20 Sweet Potatoes stuffedwith Black Bean andCorn Salad1721 abbage Salad with SpicyCPeanut Dressing23 Basil Bocconcini Salad

RECIPES FOR STRONGER BONESRoasted Beetand Kale Salad32Prep Time: 20 mins Total Time: 50 mins Makes: 4 servingsIngredients:1 bunch kale2 medium red beets1/2 cup crumbled feta1/2 cup assorted seeds(pumpkin, sesame, sunflower- raw and unsalted)Lemon Mustard Vinaigrette:1 lemon, freshly squeezed1/2 cup cold-pressedextra virgin olive oil1 tsp. yellow mustardSalt and pepper to tasteDirections:Salad:1. Preheat oven to 350F2. Wash beets, place on tray wrapped in aluminum foiland put into oven for 30 minutes or until tender3. Wash kale and remove stems4. Cut into bite-size pieces and place in salad bowlLemon Mustard Vinaigrette:1. Combine all ingredients and mix or blend, if tooacidic, add more olive oil. Play around with theratios for personal preference!2. Remove beets from oven and let them cool andremove beet peels with paring knife or hands3. Slice beets and place in salad bowl with the kale4. Mix in vinaigrette, feta and seeds5. This salad can last 1-2 days in the fridge and getsbetter with time as the acidity in the lemon breaksdown the toughness in the kale!18

RECIPES FOR STRONGER BONESCouscous withBroccoli and Feta32Prep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 25 mins Makes: 6 servingsIngredients:2 medium tomatoes, chopped1 4 cup green onions,chopped1 4 cup raisins1 4 tsp. dried basil1 4 tsp. ground cumin1 4 tsp. black pepper1 tbsp. cold-pressed extra virgin olive oil2 cups water2 1 2 cups broccoli florets1 3 4 cups couscous2 tbsp. crumbled feta19Directions:Salad:1. In a bowl combine the tomatoes,green onions,raisins, basil, cumin, pepper and olive oil - set aside2. Place the water and broccoli florets in a largesaucepan and add the tomato mixture to thesaucepan, then stir in the couscous3. Cover and remove from the heat4. Let stand for 5 minutes5. Fluff lightly with a fork before serving6. Top with feta

RECIPES FOR STRONGER BONESSweet Potatoesstuffed with blackbean and corn saladIngredients:4 sweet potatoes, baked1 can black beans, rinsed and drained1 cup corn3 green onions, thinly sliced1/2 cup cilantro, choppedFor the Vinaigrette:2 limes, zested and juiced1 tablespoon cold-pressed extra virginolive oil2 tsp. raw organic honey2 tsp. adobo sauce (from a can ofchipotles in adobo)1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper2032Prep Time: 30 mins Total Time: 50 mins Makes: 4 servingsDirections:1. In a bowl, add the black beans, corn, onions, andcilantro2. Stir to combine3. In a smaller bowl, mix together the lime zest andjuice, oil, honey, adobo, salt and pepper4. Pour over the black bean mixture and toss tocombine5. Slice open the baked sweet potatoes and stuffpotatoes with the chipotle black bean and corn salad6. Serve

RECIPES FOR STRONGER BONESSALADSCabbage Saladwith Spicy PeanutDressing21

RECIPES FOR STRONGER BONESCabbage Saladwith Spicy PeanutDressingIngredients:FOR THE SALAD:1 head napa cabbage, thinly shredded1/2 small red cabbage,thinly shredded1 carrot, peeled and julienned1 cup snow peas, thinly sliced1/4 cup basil leaves1/4 cup cilantro leaves1 o avocado, diced1/4 cup chopped and roasted cashews2 tbsp. black sesame seedsFOR THE DRESSING:2 tbsp. smooth peanut butter2 tbsp. rice-wine vinegar1 tsp. sesame oil1 tsp. soy sauce1 tsp. raw honey1/2 teaspoon sriracha (hot sauce)1 clove garlic, finely minced1 tsp. freshly grated ginger2 tbsp. water22Prep Time: 20 mins otal Time: 30 mins Makes: 4 servingsDirections:1. Combine the cabbages, carrots, snow peas,avocado and half the herbs in a large bowl2. Whisk together all the ingredients for the dressingin a separate bowl, adding more water to thin ifnecessary3. Toss the cabbage mixture with the peanut sauceand top with the reserved herbs, cashews andsesame seeds

RECIPES FOR STRONGER BONESBasil BocconciniSalad32Prep Time: 10 mins Total Time: 10 mins Makes: 4-6 servingsIngredients:20 cherry tomatoes, halved20 fresh basil or mint leaves, chopped*This recipe allows you to get creative– you can substitute any fresh herb youhave at home20 small bocconcini balls1/2 cup balsamic vinegar1/4 cup olive oilSalt and pepper to taste23Directions:1. Toss all ingredients together in a bowl and serve!

RECIPES FOR STRONGER BONESMeals25 Linguine with Shrimp and Leeks27 Stuffed Trout28 Eggplant Parmesan29 Mediterranean Shrimp Casserole30 Chili Chicken with Banana Chutney32 Asparagus Pesto Pizza33 No-Crust Spinach Pie34 Stuffed Peppers35 Vegetarian Chili37 Halibut with Tomatoes and Capers38 Tortellini and Bean Soup39 Paella40 Falafels with Tahini Sauce42 Kale, Lemon and Walnut Pasta44 Salmon with Sun Dried Tomato Topping24

RECIPES FOR STRONGER BONESMEALSLinguini withShrimp andLeeks25

RECIPES FOR STRONGER BONESLinguini withShrimp and Leeks32Prep Time: 20 mins Total Time: 40 mins Makes: 3-4 servingsIngredients:2 quarts water1 pkg. whole wheat linguine2 tsp. cold-pressed extra virginolive oil2 leeks, sliced2 tbsp. white wine vinegar2 tbsp. white wine1/2 cup chicken stock1 tbsp. capers3/4 ounce goat cheeseSalt and pepper to taste8 ounces wild shrimp (peeled anddeveined)2 tbsp. dried pumpkin seeds2 tbsp. fresh basil leaves2 tbsp. red bell pepper, diced26Directions:1. Place the water in a large stock pot over high heat2. Place the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-highheat3. Add the leeks and cook, stirring frequently4. When the leeks are soft add the linguine to theboiling water5. Add the vinegar, wine, chicken stock, capers, andshrimp to the skillet with the leeks. Increase the heatto medium-high6. After the sauce is simmering and the shrimp beginto turn pink, reduce the heat to medium and add thepumpkin seeds.7. When the linguine is done, drain and and add pastato the skillet.8. Add the basil and cook for another minute tossingto blend the pasta with the leeks and sauce.9. Serve topped with the diced red bell pepper and saltand pepper

RECIPES FOR STRONGER BONESStuffed Trout32Prep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 45 mins Makes: 4 servingsIngredients:2 ounces breadcrumbs1/4 lb. dried apricots, finelychopped1/4 cup cilantro, chopped1 lemon, sliced into 4-6 slices3 ounces raw, unsalted pistachio nuts,shelled, chopped1/4 lb. grass-fed butter (or coconut oil)melted4 fresh wild whole trout, gutted, rinsedSalt and pepper to taste27Directions:1. Preheat the oven to 350F2. Place the breadcrumbs, apricots, coriander,pistachio nuts, half the butter, and seasoningin a bowl and mix well3. Place each trout on a large sheet ofbuttered foil4. Spoon half the stuffing inside each cavity5. Brush the trout with melted butter and topwith sliced lemon. Then enclose the foil aroundeach one6. Place on a baking tray and bake for25-30 minutes7. Removed foil and serve immediately

RECIPES FOR STRONGER BONESEggplantParmesan32Prep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 60 mins Makes: 6 servingsIngredients:4 chicken breasts, thinly sliced2 medium eggplants1/3 cup breadcrumbs3/4 lb mozzarella cheese, sliced thin3 cups marinara sauce1/4 lb parmesan cheese, grated28Directions:1. Preheat oven to 350F2. Peel and slice eggplant3. Line bottom of 13x9 inch baking dish with somemarinara sauce and top with the chicken breast slices4. Cover chicken with the eggplant slices5. Sprinkle breadcrumbs over eggplant6. Cover breadcrumbs with mozzarella cheese slices7. Pour marinara sauce over cheese8. Sprinkle Parmesan cheese over top9. Bake for 30-40 minutes at 350 degrees

RECIPES FOR STRONGER BONESMediterraneanShrimp Casserole32Prep Time: 20 mins Total Time: 55 mins Makes: 4 servingsIngredients:2 cups whole wheat shell pasta3 cloves garlic, crushed1-1/4 lbs. plum tomatoes,coarsely chopped1/3 cup white wine1 cup tomato sauce1/8 tsp. cayenne pepper11 ounces cooked wild shrimp,peeled and deveined2/3 cup cilantro or parsleyfinely chopped1-1/3 cups Asiago cheese, grated29Directions:1. Preheat oven to 400F2. Cook pasta in a large pot of boiling water about 6minutes, until partially cooked and drain3. Combine garlic with juice from tomatoes and winein saucepan over medium heat and bring to a boil,stirring frequently5. Simmer 5-7 minutes, until most of liquid hasevaporated. Stir in tomatoes, tomato sauce andcayenne. Bring to a boil6. Add shrimp, pasta, cilantro or parsley and half thecheese. Mix thoroughly7. Transfer to a shallow baking dish and sprinkle withthe remaining cheese8. Bake 15-20 minutes, or until heated through

RECIPES FOR STRONGER BONESMEALSChili Chickenwith BananaChutney30

RECIPES FOR STRONGER BONESChili Chicken withBanana Chutney32Prep Time: 60 mins Total Time: 1 hr, 20 mins Makes: 4 servingsIngredients:MARINADE:2 tbsp. orange peel, grated2 jalapeno peppers, seeded andcoarsely chopped1 tbsp. ginger root, peeled and grated2 tbsp. lime juice2 tsp. cold-pressed extra virgin olive oil2 garlic cloves, peeled and halved1/2 tsp. all spice1/4 cup pineapple, crushedCHICKEN:4 chicken breast, boneless and skinlessBANANA MANGO CHUTNEY:2 tbsp. ginger root, peeled and grated1/2 cup apple, peeled and diced1/2 cup raisins1 cup mango, peeled and diced1 cup pineapple, crushed1 tbsp. lime juice1/2 cup molasses1/4 cup cider vinegar2 tsp. cayenne pepper2 cups banana, chopped31Directions:Marinade and Chicken Instructions:1. In blender combine all marinade ingredients;process 2 minutes or until smooth2. Place chicken breast in shallow baking dish, spoonmarinade mixture evenly among the breast; coverand refrigerate 1 hour.3. Heat grill4. In small bowl, combine all chutney ingredients, mixwell and set aside. When grill is properly heated toa medium heat, lightly oil grill rack, cook chickenbreast 5 minutes and turn each breast, spoon onremaining marinade and cook another 5 minutesuntil internal temperature is 329F. Remove thechicken from the grill and serve with the chutneyChutney Instructions:1. In a mixing bowl, mix first 6 ingredients.2. In a large saucepan, combine molasses andvinegar; bring to a simmer; stir in fruit mixture andcayenne pepper.3. Simmer 5-8 minutes; remove from heat. Just priorto serving stir in bananas.

RECIPES FOR STRONGER BONESAsparagusPesto Pizza32Prep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 40 mins Makes: 2-3 servingsIngredients:1 bunch asparagus, chopped1 tbsp. cold-pressedextra virgin olive oil1 tbsp. pine nuts, chopped1 handful basil leaves1 clove garlic, chopped2 tbsp. Parmesan cheese, grated1 large baked pizza crust1/2 lb. goat cheese1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese32Directions:1. Preheat oven to 350F2. Place asparagus in a steamer basket over boilingwater3. Cover pan and steam 5 minutes, or until brightgreen and almost tender4. Drain, rinse under cold water and rinse again5. Heat oil in a heavy saucepan over medium highheat6. Saut. pine nuts 3-5 minutes, stirring until lightlybrowned7. Transfer pine nuts in oil with basil, garlic andparmesan cheese then put in a blender or foodprocessor and process until smooth8. Spread pesto over crust and top with asparagus,goat cheese and grated Parmesan9. Place pizza on an oven tray and bake 15 minutes,or until topping is golden brown.

RECIPES FOR STRONGER BONESNo-CrustSpinach Pie32Prep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 1 hr, 10 mins Makes: 4 servingsIngredients:2 Tbsp. cold-pressed extravirgin olive oil1 cup mushrooms, sliced1 cup red bell pepper, sliced1 lb. ricotta cheese9 ounces frozen organic spinach,drained4 organic eggs1 cup grated cheese blendSalt and pepper to taste33Directions:1. Preheat oven to 350F2. Heat oil in a heavy nonstick skillet over mediumhigh heat3. Saute mushrooms and peppers 5-7 minutes, oruntil softened, set aside4. Beat eggs5. Add the spinach, ricotta cheese, mushrooms andpeppers and combine6. Pour into a buttered 13x9 inch pan and top withcheese blend and season with salt and pepper7. Bake 40 minutes

RECIPES FOR STRONGER BONESStuffed PeppersPrep Time: 20 mins Total Time: 40 mins Makes: 4 servingsIngredients:4 different colored peppers1 cup chickpeas1 yellow onion, chopped5 mushrooms, sliced1/2 cup of sliced black olives1 clove garlic, chopped1 cup quinoa1.5 cups marinara sauce1 tbsp. cold-pressedextra virgin olive oil1 tbsp. italian spicesSalt and pepper to taste4 slices mozzarella cheese34Directions:1. Set oven to high broil and place peppers onto therack to char all sides, about 15-20 mins2. Bring 2 cups of water to a boil and add quinoa,stirring occasionally until fluffy (about 20 minutes)3. Remove peppers from oven, set aside4. Saute onion, mushrooms, garlic and olive oil in pan5. Add chickpeas, olives, quinoa, marinara sauce,italian seasoning and salt and pepper6. Once mixture is combined, stuff each pepper7. Top with cheese slices8. Put peppers back in the oven for 10 minutes

RECIPES FOR STRONGER BONESMEALSCrockPotVegetarianChili(with Meat Option)35

RECIPES FOR STRONGER BONESCrockPot VegetarianChili (with Meat Option)Prep Time: 20 mins Total Time: 50 mins Makes: 6-8 servingsIngredients:2 cans crushed tomatoes1 cup corn1 cup red kidney beans1 yellow onion, chopped1/2 lb mushrooms, sliced1 celery heart, chopped1 bunch kale, chopped1 cup quinoa2 cups waterSEASONING:1 tsp. chili powder1 tsp. ground cumin1 tsp. garlic powder1 tsp. onion powder1/4 – 1/2 tsp. crushed red pepper*for meat add36Directions:1. Add all ingredients to a crockpot or large pot onlow-medium on stove top2. Let simmer for minimum 2 hours3. The easiest way is to make in the morning andleave to cook all day in crock pot for a hearty anddelicious dinner!

RECIPES FOR STRONGER BONESHalibut withTomatoes & CapersPrep Time: 20 mins Total Time: 40 mins Makes: 4 servingsIngredients:1 tbsp. cold-pressed extravirgin olive oil1 yellow onion, chopped2 cloves garlic, minced2 cups diced tomatoes1 tbsp. capers4 oceanwise halibut filletsSalt and pepper to taste37Directions:1. Preheat the oven to 350F2. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat3. Add the onion and cook, stirring occasionally, untilit is soft and translucent, about 5 minutes4. Add the garlic and cook for 2 minutes more5. Add the tomatoes and capers, season with salt andpepper and cook for 5 more minutes6. Spoon a few tablespoons of sauce into a baking dish.7. Season the halibut fillets with salt and pepper andplace them in a baking dish.8. Pour the rest of the sauce over the fish and bakeuntil the fish is just cooked through, about 12 to 15minutes, depending on the thickness of the fish.

RECIPES FOR STRONGER BONESTortellini andBean SoupPrep Time: 20 mins Total Time: 30 mins Makes: 6 servingsIngredients:1 pkg. tortellini1 tsp. cold-press extra virgin olive oil2 white onions, diced1 red bell pepper, chopped3 cloves garlic, minced1 tsp. Italian seasoning1 cups water2 cups spinach, chopped1 cup navy beans, drained1 cup chicken stock1 can crushed tomatoes1 can artichoke hearts, diced38Directions:1. Heat the oil in a soup pot over medium-high heat2. Add the onions, bell pepper, garlic, and Italianseasoning to the pot3. Saute, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes or untilthe ingredients are tender4. Add the water, spinach, beans, broth, tomatoes,and artichokes to the pot - raise the heat to highand bring to a boil.5. Lower the heat and simmer for 2 minutes.6. Add the tortellini to the pot and cook untilthoroughly heated, about 7 minutes.7. Serve

RECIPES FOR STRONGER BONESPaellaPrep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 55 mins Makes: 8 servingsIngredients:1 tsp. dried oregano2 cloves garlic, mincedSalt and pepper to taste3 tbsp. cold-pressed, extravirgin olive oil4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs1/2 pound chorizo sausage1 large organic onion, chopped1 red bell pepper, chopped2 1/4 cups long grain rice4 cups chicken stock1/2 tsp. saffron threads2 cups frozen peas1 cup diced, organic tomatoeswith their juices1 pound wild shrimp, peeledand deveined2 dozen cherrystone clams, scrubbed2 pounds mussels, scrubbed39Directions:1. Combine the oregano, garlic, salt and pepperwith 1 tbsp. of olive oil and rub the chickenwith it2. Heat 2 tbsp. of olive oil in a deep skillet overmoderate heat. Brown the chicken lightly onboth sides3. Add the chorizo, onion, green and red peppersand cook until the vegetables are soft, about10 minutes.4. Add the tomatoes and rice and cook 5 minutesmore. Add the chicken broth and saffron, mixwell, cover with foil and cook until the liquid isalmost absorbed, about 15 minutes5. Add the shrimp, cherrystones, mussels andpeas. Cover and cook until the mussels andclams are opened, about 10 minutes more6. Serve in a large shallow dish or in individualbowls

RECIPES FOR STRONGER BONESMEALSFalafelswith TahiniSauce40

RECIPES FOR STRONGER BONESFalafels withTahini SaucePrep Time: 20 mins Total Time: 50 mins Makes: 3-4 servingsIngredients:For the falafel:2 cups white onion, chopped2 garlic cloves, minced2 cups chickpeas1 cup parsley, chopped1 cup cilantro, chopped1 tsp. salt1 tsp. chili powder2 tsp. cumin2 tsp. baking powder1/2 cup all-purpose flour2 tbsp. cold-pressed extravirgin olive oilPita bread, for servingFor the tahini sauce:¾ cup plain yogurt4 tbsp. tahini (sesame paste)1 lemon, freshly squeezed41Directions:1. Add the onion and garlic cloves to the bowl of a foodprocessor and pulse just until they are finely minced.Remove the mixture and set it aside2. Add the chickpeas, parsley, cilantro, salt, chili powder,and cumin to the bowl of the food processor and pulseuntil they are roughly blended but not pureed3. Return the onion mixture to the food processor, alongwith the baking powder and just enough flour so thatwhen you pulse the processor, the mixture beginsto form a small ball and is not sticky. (Note: Start byadding small amounts of flour at once. You can addmore if the mixture is still too wet.)4. Transfer the falafel mixture to a bowl, cover it withplastic wrap and refrigerate it for 1 hour.5. While the falafel mixture is chilling, prepare the tahinisauce by whisking together the yogurt, tahini andlemon juice. Season it with salt and pepper, cover itand place it in the fridge.6. Once the falafel mixture has chilled, use a small icecream scoop or spoons to form the mixture into balls.(About 3 tablespoons worth)7. Set a large saute pan over medium heat and adda liberal amount of olive oil so that the pan is wellcoated. Let the pan preheat for 3 minutes then add thefalafel one by one, browning them on the first side for3 minutes, then flipping them once and browning thesecond side until the mixture is cooked throughout8. Transfer the falafel to a paper towel-lined coolingwrack and immediately season them with salt. Repeatthis process until you have cooked all of the falafel.9. Place three or four falafel inside a halved, warmed pitaand drizzle with the prepared tahini sauce.

RECIPES FOR STRONGER BONESMEALSKale, Lemonand WalnutPasta42

RECIPES FOR STRONGER BONESKale, Lemon andWalnut PastaPrep Time: 15mins Total Time: 30 mins Makes: 4 servingsIngredients:1 lb. (pkg) whole wheat pasta2 tbsp. cold-pressed extravirgin olive oil1 tbsp. garlic, minced1/4 tsp. red pepper flakes1 bunch kale, de-stemmed andthinly sliced1 pinch of sea saltzest of 1 lemon (approximately 11/2 tablespoons)2 tbsp. fresh lemon juice1/2 cup freshly grated parmesancheese, plus more for topping1/4 cup walnuts, toasted andcoarsely chopped43Directions:1. Place walnuts in a dry skillet set over mediumheat, until toasted -about 5 minutes. Set themaside2. Wash, de-stem and thinly slice your kale3. Mince your garlic cloves, and zest and juice yourlemon4. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil for thepasta. Cook the pasta according to the packagedirections. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water and thendrain5. When the pasta has about 5 minutes left to cook,heat the 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skilletover medium heat6. Add the garlic and red pepper flakes and cook,about 30 seconds to 1 minute, until tender andfragrant7. Add in the sliced kale along with a pinch of seasalt and cook until wilted and tender, about 1-2minutes8. Remove from heat and add in the lemon zest andjuice, and give it all a good toss to combine9. Add the pasta to the skillet and toss to combine.Add in some of the reserved pasta water to createa thin sauce. This is to taste and you really justwant to add enough water so that the pasta isn’tsticking together in clumps10. Add in the 1/2 cup grated cheese and toss tocombine

RECIPES FOR STRONGER BONESSalmon with SunDried Tomato ToppingPrep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 40 mins Makes: 4-6 servingsIngredients:1-3 lb Salmon Fillet, deboned6 large garlic cloves, minced2 teaspoons salt4 tablespoons fresh Basil, chopped3 tablespoons sun-driedtomatoes packed in oil¼ cup olive oil44Directions:1. Preheat oven to 325 F2. Combine sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, basil, olive oil,and salt in a bowl3. Brush a tablespoon of olive oil on a baking sheetand place salmon fillet

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