I always called this the Very Orange Soup. When Mac wants me to make this he asks for the Very Orange Soup. So here it is, the VOS! It was one of the first raw vegan soups I learned to make in the Vitamix, and still a favorite. You may either cook the sweet potato, […]
FREE TICKETS to Skid Row Marathon Documentary, Dec 8th at Angelica—Mockingbird
Follow five runners as they rise from the mean streets of LA to run marathons around the world, fighting the pull of homelessness and addiction at every turn. Their story is one of hope, friendship, and dignity. Our friends Gabriele and Mark Hayes filmed and produced this extraordinary, award winning documentary. Join us for a special screening […]
It’s Time to Make the Elderberry Syrup
It’s time, my friend…it’s time to make the Elderberry syrup! You’re around a lot more people than usual, you’re out shopping; waiters work even when sick during this high-tip period. It’s up to you to boost your natural immunity. You need to learn to make this Elderberry Syrup recipe. It’s easy! Grab a saucepan, toss […]
How to Polish a Crown
How to Polish a Crown is certainly a topic everyone can use, especially since we’re headed into the holidays—bringing out the good silver, and shining the jewels…and of course, Our Crowns! Almost everyone has something that can benefit from a good polishing. I never liked the smell of silver polish, and the old traditional way […]
Banana Water Oatmeal
Bananas! I never really liked them. When I was a child, I had a terrible time learning to swallow a capsule. To avoid this drama, my parents would break my medicine capsule open, and fold the contents into a banana. I loved the banana, until I hit the pocket with the bitter medicine in it. […]
Vitamix Summer Corn & Squash Soup
Mac and I are starting to get back to very simple meals. A daily pot of beans in the slow cooker, salad—kale or romaine, and a Vitamix soup. It’s simplistic, nourishing, and a process that makes it easy to eat at home. That said, I will begin posting more Vitamix (or Other Brand Blender or […]
Chocolate Fix Cured by a Blender
That’s right, with only four ingredients you can get your Chocolate Fix from a Blender—or in my case, a Vitamix. It’s delicious, easy and usable in assorted ways. Serve warm as a dipping sauce with fruit or ice cream. You can also grab a mixing bowl, pour in the chocolate and stir-in anything you like in […]
Happy Holidays and My New Year
Dear Readers, Happy Holidays, Happy Hanukkah, Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. I have a few things to look forward to as we embrace a new year. My new PhebePhillips(dot)com site will be coming soon. It’s quite comprehensive and has proven to be a bigger beast than I can manage alone. Beyond the […]
Elderberry Syrup Recipe and a Few Other Cold and Flu Fighting Tips
So, it’s after Thanksgiving and into the holidays. Uncle Alfred and Aunt Gracie showed up sick for their holiday visit, didn’t they? Today you went over to your brother’s house, and he, his wife and three kids had drippy noses. They did, didn’t they? They told you it was allergies, didn’t they? And you, well, […]
Vitamix Reconditioned Units the Best Value, Best Gift
The Vitamix Certified Reconditioned 5300 model is on sale with free shipping now till December 31st, 2017 for $259.95 (Originally $360.00) It comes with a 5 year, free, Standard Warranty. Extend an additional 3 years for $75.00 within the first 30 days of purchase. Vitamix Reconditioned Units are by far one of the best values, […]
Poodle Henry Franklin Hargrove
Poodle Henry Franklin Hargrove April 22, 2004 – July 24, 2017 We are heartbroken to say goodbye to Poodle Henry. Words cannot describe the joy he brought to our lives. It was an honor to live with such a grand being. He left this life adorned in flowers from the Indian Temple at Kalachandji’s […]