Since my daughter Marcella started school we have been donating her birthday vs. giving goodie bags at school. It’s a beautiful way to not only celebrate and to give back. This year we are going a little bigger with Kids Cookies for Cancer and she is so exited! I am inviting you to join us in her celebration! I started a donation page and I donated $5.00 to start off, because no matter how big or small your donation is, it makes a difference!
Read MoreFlor de Jamaica (hibiscus) is a delicious herbal tea made from the calyx of the flower. It has a tart, floral, and fruity flavor similar to cranberries or pomegranate. The dried rose buds add to the floral notes in the hibiscus tea.
Feel free to use whatever milk you prefer. If you don’t have a milk frother, a blender will also work, but be mindful of the hot milk. Sweeten this with honey, if you like and top with rose petals to make it extra special. This recipe was originally featured on Tadin Tea
Read MoreThis soup is a genius way to use the Dandy Detox tea bag. It adds the detoxing properties of milk thistle and dandelion root and the warming flavors of peppermint and lemongrass. Feel free to add additional broth to this soup to achieve the consistency you like. Top with Greek yogurt or crema and add crunch and flavor with radishes and pepitas and by reserving some of the cooked carrots. Make sure to save some to garnish the soup too!
Read MoreNot sure how to store your oranges or citrus? I have got you covered! I was interviewed by Real Simple Magazine about storing oranges (the tips are below). I also included my tips for making orange ice cubes & hot orange water. Bonus: Use the peels to make your own DIY cleaner
Read MoreCollagen A Love Story is my love letter to collagen. Inside you'll find 20 Beauty Food Recipes: Smoothies, Drinks, Soup, and Sweet Treats. It’s based on my work as a recipe developer and food stylist for Bobbi Brown's justBOBBI. I created these recipes with you in mind. I also gave you as many substitutions and options as possible so that you can make these your own. I hope you love them and treasure them as much as I do!
Read MoreThese Everything Bagel Kale Chips are a delicious way to get your greens in. I use minimal oil, and the result is super crispy and will last up to 3 days in an airtight container. You can make your own Everything Bagel Spice or buy it.
Read MoreAre you craving food that feels like a warm hug? For me, that deep nourishment comes from eating soups. The easiest way to make a soup is to toss some cooked veggies and liquid in a blender—it’s as quick as making a smoothie.
Read MoreThis is a perfect chilly weather drink and works well for entertaining. The fruit has a delicious jam-like quality and can be served for dessert. Wines that pair well are merlot, grenache, or zinfandel. For a buzz-free version, use cranberry or pomegranate juice. This recipe can be cut in half or doubled, and I’m including slow cooker directions below. This recipe was originally featured on Tadin Tea.
Read MoreThis is an unconventional way to infuse tea, but it works! Simply pour the hot chocolate mixture over the tea bags into a mug and use a milk frother to add foam to the hot chocolate mixture. If you don’t have one, a blender will also work, but be mindful of the hot milk and be careful not to burn yourself. Note: Cacao powder has a richer flavor than cocoa powder, but either will work in this recipe. Add as little or as much sweetness with the maple syrup as you like.
Read MoreI drink a matcha smoothie every day. I make some modifications here and there, but it’s full of greens and healthy fats and keeps me going until lunch. On days that I test and shoot recipes all day, I often have a green smoothie minus the matcha for dinner or a vanilla, collagen, chamomile, and rose hip latte.
Read MoreThis recipe is my take on traditional gingerbread. They are shaped like Marranitos, Mexican gingerbread pig cookies. Marranitos are a pan dulce made with piloncillo. It doesn't contain ginger as an ingredient, so the ginger flavor comes from the Tadin Ginger Tea Blend made with ginger, orange peel, lemongrass, and licorice root.
Read MoreWhat’s on the menu: Crispy Chicken w Herb Butter Sauce (recipe below), Harvest Salad w Lemon Balsamic Dressing, Appetizer Board w Roasted Chestnuts & Ham Wrapped Figs, and Dessert Board w Fresh Whipped Cream
These recipes were created in partnership with the iconic Grand Central Terminal in New York City. Believe it on not you can get all the ingredients there. I tagged all of the vendors in the video that I created of making this salad, check them out here Def let me know if you make this recipe! Tag me @chefcarla_c on Instagram.
Read MoreThis board is a new holiday tradition. I wanted to create something that could could me ease in the kitchen. You can add any pastry, cookies, pie, chocolate you like. I added fresh whipped cream as a bonus, the recipe is below and takes under five minutes to create.
Read MoreHolidays can be full of stress but this salad doesn’t have to be! It can be made 1-2 days ahead of time. Keep everything separate and simple toss together when ready to eat. Don’t forget to add salt and pepper, the difference between a good and a great salad is salt.
Read MoreChestnuts are a symbol of fall and the holiday season. They can seem intimating but follow the steps below and create this delicious appetizer! I also included directions for the baked figs, you can use Medjool dates if you can’t find them. The board assembly directions are also below. Choose whatever cheeses, nuts, seasonal fruits, bread or crackers you like.
Read MoreThis will be your go-to fall treat. It’s perfect to use up leftover roasted or boiled sweet potatoes. You can also replace this with pumpkin puree. The Greek yogurt gives the glaze cream cheese frosting vibes. Note: Green tea has caffeine.
Read MoreThis is your new five-minute meal! This recipe was featured on rē•spin by Halle Berry get the full recipe here Def let me know if you make this recipe! Tag me @chefcarla_c on Instagram.
Read MoreLemongrass has a mild citrus flavor with notes of ginger, mint, and sweet florals. The lemongrass honey in this cooler brings a fresh, sweet, and slightly spicy flavor to the drink. Drizzle the extra honey on top of your morning toast, fresh fruit, or pancakes. Feel free to skip the tequila if you are avoiding alcohol, and drink responsibly.
Read MoreGrilled peaches are an easy summer dessert. The green tea mango syrup has a fruity and herbal flavor. The syrup can also be used year-round on fresh or cooked fruit like apples, apricots, berries, pears, or watermelon.
Read MoreThis recipe offers the texture of a rich pudding, but the secret ingredient is water! It lets the chocolate be front and center. As an extra-healthy fat, coconut milk gives this an added creaminess too.
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