Maya Hot Chocolate Recipe:

Ingredients:

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1 cup organic goat or cow milk (Almond milk is a great substitute for vegans)

2 tbsp. raw cacao powder

1/4 tsp. ground cinnamon

1/8 tsp. ground nutmeg

1/4 tsp. ground chili pepper

1-2 tbsp. honey (depending on desired sweetness)

(Makes 1 serving)

Preparation:

• In a small mixing bowl, stir together cacao and spices.

• Adding a small amount of the milk, whisk into a paste.

• In a saucepan, heat remaining milk slowly over medium heat, making sure to remove just before boiling.

• Slowly add the paste to the saucepan and bring it back to a simmer until slightly thickened.

• Pour into a mug and stir the honey in.

Roasted Root Vegetables

Prep time: 10 minutes

Cooking time: 25-35 minutes

Yield: 4-6 servings

Ingredients:

1 sweet potato

2 parsnips

2 carrots

2 turnips or 1 large rutabaga

1 daikon radish (or substitute/add in your favorites, like squash)

olive oil

salt and pepper

herbs: rosemary, thyme or sage (fresh if possible)

Directions:

1.   Preheat oven to 375 degrees.

2.   Wash and chop all vegetables into large bite-sized pieces.

3.   Place in a large baking dish with sides.

4.   Drizzle with olive oil; mix well to coat each vegetable lightly with oil.

5.   Sprinkle with salt, pepper and herbs.

6.   Bake uncovered for 25-35 minutes until vegetables are tender and golden brown, checking every 10 minutes to stir and make sure veggies are not sticking.

Note: Any combination of vegetables will work. Roasting only one kind of vegetable also makes a nice side dish.