Spicy Zucchini and Tomato Tacos

Spicy Zucchini and Tomato Tacos

Author: Sonnet Lauberth from the For the Love of Food Blog

Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1 Tbs. olive oil
• 2 medium zucchini, sliced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp. paprika
• 1 tsp. oregano
• ? tsp.chili powder
• red chili pepper flakes to taste
• freshly-ground sea salt and pepper to taste
• 8 medium (or 12 small) whole wheat or corn tortillas
• 2 medium heirloom tomatoes, sliced
• � cup fresh cilantro, de-stemmed and chopped
• 1 avocado, pitted, skinned, and sliced
• � red onion, thinly sliced

Instructions

1. Add the olive oil to a pan over medium heat.
2. Add the zucchini, garlic, paprika, oregano, and chili powder.
3. Saute for 5 minutes, flipping zucchini, until both sides are evenly browned.
4. Add red chili pepper flakes, sea salt, and pepper to taste. Set aside.
5. Distribute zucchini evenly among the tortillas.
6. Top with fresh tomato slices, cilantro, avocado slices, and red onion slices. Serve immediately

May the ETERNAL One Shine His Face Toward You Always!

Fresh, the Movie!

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The First Agreement with the Animals

Animal Sacrifice

THE EIGHTH CENTURY B.C. INAUGURATED AN ERA

of spiritual and moral evolution in Judaism that struggles to continue in our own day. It was a giant leap in consciousness that seemed to emerge, full-blown, in the teachings of the Latter Prophets.

The teachings of those men affirmed the primary importance of social justice, rejected ceremonial and sacrificial religion, and articulated a change from henotheism to monotheism. They also taught that homo sapiens is not the end-all or be-all of Elohim�s creation�that, in fact, the animal kingdom is an integral part of the Kingdom to come. It would be a peaceable kingdom where �they shall not hurt or destroy in all my holy mountain: for the earth shall be full of the knowledge of the Sovereign.� (Isa. 11:9)

Although this change in consciousness regarding animals was first articulated in the Hebrew Scriptures (or Old Testament), students of religion have traditionally credited India with the concept. They point to the teachings of Buddha and Mahavira, both of whom denounced the sacrifice of animals in the sixth century B.C. The Hinduism of their day required the slaughter of sacrificial animals; it was an integral part of that religion.

 

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Vegetarianism in the Scriptures!

Vegetarianism in the Scriptures

The bible, on many occasions, says that man was given "dominion" over the animals. People have twisted this to mean that they can do anything they wish to animals. What is meant by "dominion" is the ability to impose our will. We do indeed rule over all animals, as we are the most powerful species on the planet. This however, does not mean it is okay to abuse this power, through animal abuse, and other wicked acts. The Sovereign, without a doubt, wants us to show mercy for animals.

Animal Sacrifices

We have just discussed the concept of The Sovereign having mercy on animals and  not wanting us to abuse them. The idea of animal rights being expressed in the bible comes under fire from those who point to instances of animal sacrifice. I admit the many scriptures about  animal sacrifice in the bible have troubled me in the past. How can The Merciful One command us to sacrifice animals? The truth of the matter is, we are NOT supposed to sacrifice animals. The Sovereign does not command us to do this. 

The great Jewish philosopher Abarbanel believed animal sacrifice was briefly allowed by Elohim in order to end the idolatry the Jews practiced in Egypt. He cited a Jewish writing that indicated that the Jews had become accustomed to sacrifices in Egypt. To wean them from these idolatrous practices, Elohim tolerated the sacrifices but commanded that they be offered in one central sanctuary:

Thereupon the Holy One, blessed be He, said "Let them at

all times offer their sacrifices before Me in the Tabernacle,

and they will be weaned from idolatry, and thus be saved."

(Rabbi J. H. Hertz, The Pentateuch and Haftorahs, p. 562)

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A Sacred Duty! Why You MUST Consider Vegetarianism!

A Sacred Duty - Why you MUST consider Vegetarianism!

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Quinoa - What is it Really?

What is quinoa?   (pronounced Keen-wah)

While quinoa is usually considered to be a whole grain, it is actually a seed, but can be prepared like whole grains such as rice or barley. Quinoa takes less time to cook than other whole grains � just 10 to 15 minutes. It tastes great on its own, unlike other grains such as millet or teff. Add a bit of olive oil, sea salt and lemon juice and - yum! Of all the whole grains, quinoa has the highest protein content, so it's perfect for vegetarians and vegans. Quinoa provides all 9 essential amino acids, making it a complete protein. Quinoa is a gluten-free and cholesterol-free whole grain, is kosher for Passover, and is almost always organic.

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How Healthy are Meat Substitute Products?

Good morning friends,

I was researching the "Meat" alternatives this morning and came across the Morning Farms FAQ section of their website. How could it possibly be healthier for us to transition from a meat based diet to a non meat diet and use meat substitutes like those sold by Morning Farms? The idea that I'm dealing with is about consuming a healthy diet that is better for my family and more pleasing to the Creator. What I found is that the ingredients used to make these "Meat Substitutes" are anything but more healthy.

Here is a question and answer from the Morning Farms website:

Q.  Are Morningstar arms� products  made with GMO ingredients?

A.  We recognize that some Morningstar Farms� consumers may prefer foods that do not contain biotech ingredients, so we offer Morningstar Farms� Breakfast Patties Made with Organic Soy. At this time, all of our other products contain biotech ingredients. The ingredients we use have been approved by the appropriate regulatory authorities, and all of our products comply with food labeling requirements in markets where they are sold throughout the world.

Now I am not trying to put down the Morning Farms company nor the people that currently purchase their products. What I am concerned with is the hype around the "Better for you" concept that is being spread. Is it "Better for you" to consume GMO products instead of hormone induced meats? Is it "Better for you" to replace the Meat you currently consume with these Meat Substitutes? I'm not willing to jump out of the frying pan and into the fire!

Let's look at the ingredients that are found in this new product...

Ingredients:

TEXTURED VEGETABLE PROTEIN (SOY PROTEIN CONCENTRATE, WHEAT GLUTEN, WATER FOR HYDRATION), CORN OIL, EGG WHITES, CALCIUM CASEINATE, CONTAINS TWO PERCENT OR LESS OF MODIFIED TAPIOCA STARCH, ONION POWDER, MIXED TRIGLYCERIDES, CANOLA OIL, HYDROLYZED VEGETABLE PROTEIN (CORN GLUTEN, WHEAT GLUTEN, SOY PROTEIN), DEXTROSE, SOY PROTEIN ISOLATE, NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL FLAVORS, SALT, YEAST EXTRACT, SUGAR, CARAMEL COLOR, WHEY*, METHYLCELLULOSE, SPICE, GARLIC POWDER, MALTODEXTRIN, DISODIUM INOSINATE, DISODIUM GUANYLATE, SOY SAUCE (WATER, SOYBEANS, SALT, ETHYL ALCOHOL, WHEAT), AUTOLYZED YEAST EXTRACT, ASCORBIC ACID, THIAMIN HYDROCHLORIDE (VITAMIN B1), NIACINAMIDE, SESAME SEED OIL, SOY LECITHIN, IRON (FERROUS SULFATE), THIAMIN MONONITRATE (VITAMIN B1), PYRIDOXINE HYDROCHLORIDE (VITAMIN B6), RIBOFLAVIN (VITAMIN B2), VITAMIN B12.
*ADDS A TRIVIAL AMOUNT OF CHOLESTEROL.

Okay, so we can see that these are all just as processed and just as unhealthy as the ingredients found in regular processed foods. 

What am I to do? Could the answer be simply "No Meat" and "No Meat Substitutes"?

Going Vegetarian? Should we or Should we Not?

Okay, so I had a friend over for Shabbat services and we were talking Torah. She brought up the topic of how much meat is eaten and that the prophets say that the ETERNAL NEVER asked for animal sacrifices (Jer. 7). Well, it was on! I began to reference all of the scriptures that I know concerning Kashrut, animal sacrifice, the feast days and so on...Then I realized that I had heard the very same statement from another brother that came to  the Shavuot celebration. Now that was two people in less than a few months. I began to consider the thought that what I thought I knew about the will of the ETERNAL was being challenged and that I need to go into a serious study concerning this issue.

So I began...

Two weeks later, I am seriously considering the idea of removing all meat from my family's diet. Why, you ask. Didn't the ETERNAL give us clean animals to eat and sacrifices were really big "cook outs" anyway, right? The truth of the matter is that we have to consider the original diet given by the Most High. We must ask ourselves if eating meat is in the "PERFECT" or "ACCEPTABLE" will of the ETERNAL. We must consider the conditions in which animals were raised in the bible days and compare that to the factory farming of today. We must consider the commands given to Noach, Moshe and others in the Torah and why they were given. If we follow on to know the "Perfect" will of the ETERNAL, we may find that it is not in the eating of meat.

Herein lies the beginning of my search for the truth of the matter. I will follow up with a few scriptural incidences for us to consider.

For right now, I am not eating meat, although I am still eating fish, eggs and dairy. Walk with me thru my journey of discovery and let us find the conclusion of the whole matter.