January 16, 2017 Drought over?

Sometimes we should express our gratitude for the small and simple things like the scent of the rain, the taste of your favorite food, or the sound of a loved one’s voice.
-Joseph B. Wirthli
Dear Friends,
     What a blessing these rains have been.  Looks like we might have more coming our way this week.  Hum, any chance water department might lower our rates?  Humor for the day.
     Here’s a quick, easy, healthy recipe for strawberries:
                   Healthy Strawberry Oatmeal Bars

The easiest, best strawberry oatmeal bars with butter crumb topping. One bowl, simple ingredients, and 100% whole grain-perfect for a snack or dessert!
Yield: 1 8×8 inch pan (16 small or 9 large)
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes (plus cool time)

Ingredients:

For the Strawberry Bars:

  • 1 cup old fashioned rolled oats (gluten free if needed)
  • 3/4 cup white whole wheat flour (or substitute all purpose flour or 1:1 baking flour to make gluten free)
  • 1/3 cup light brown sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted (or substitute melted coconut oil to make vegan/dairy-free)
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice (from about 1/2 small lemon)
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar, divided
  • 2 cups, small-diced strawberries (10 ounces)

For the Vanilla Glaze (optional but delicious, especially if you prefer a sweeter bar):

  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar, sifted
  • 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon milk (any kind you like)

Directions:

  1. Place a rack in the center of your oven and heat to 375 degrees F. Line an 8-by-8-inch baking pan with parchment paper so that the paper overhangs two sides like “handles.”
  2. In a medium bowl, combine the oats, 3/4 cup flour, brown sugar, ginger, and salt. Pour in the melted butter and stir until it forms clumps and the dry ingredients are evenly moistened. Set aside 1/2 cup of the crumble mixture, then press the rest into an even layer in the bottom of the prepared pan.
  3. Scatter half of the strawberries over the crust. Sprinkle the cornstarch evenly over the top, then sprinkle on the lemon juice, and 1/2 tablespoon of the granulated sugar. Scatter on the remaining berries, then the remaining 1/2 tablespoon sugar. Sprinkle the reserved crumbs evenly over the top. You will have some fruit showing through.
  4. Bake the bars for 35 to 40 minutes, until the fruit is bubbly and the crumb topping smells toasty and looks golden. Place the pan on a wire rack to cool completely (you can speed this process along in the refrigerator).
  5. While the bars cool, prepare the glaze: in a medium bowl, briskly whisk together the powdered sugar, vanilla, and milk until smooth. Feel free to add more milk if a thinner consistency is desired. Using the parchment paper handles, lift the bars from the pan. Drizzle with glaze, slice, and serve.
     We have freshly roasted coffee and yummy honey available on the Green Store.  All add on orders are most appreciated.
    Call or email me if you need cooking tips.  Happy to oblige.
DELIVERY ITEMS FOR THE WEEK OF JANUARY 16th, 2017
*Please note that some substitutions may apply from time to time
Large
Medium
Juicing
Petite
Fruit Only
Blueberries
Blueberries
Blueberries
Texas grapefruit.
Blueberries
Texas grapefruit.
Flowers
Texas grapefruit.
Sprouts
Kumquats
Red bell peppers
Strawberries
Passion fruit
Red bell peppers
Texas grapefruit.
Sprouts
Salad Mix
Sprouts
Mini bouquet
Passion fruit
Romanesco broccoli or cabbage
Red bell peppers
Salad Burnett
Lettuce
7Bananas
Lettuce
Texas grapefruit.
Lettuce
Cucumbers
Cantaloupe
Flowers
Romanesco broccoli or cabbage
Kale
Swiss chard
Avocados
Cucumbers
Heirloom tomatoes
Medjool dates
Carrots
Strawberries
Avocados
Lettuce
Cucumbers
Zucchini
Medjool dates
Swiss chard
Swiss chard
Celery
Heirloom tomatoes
Carrots
Carrots
Cantaloupe
Salad Mix
Zucchini
Zucchini
Strawberries
Strawberries
Sprouts
Baby carrots
Red onion
Avocados
Heirloom tomatoes
Cucumbers
Salad Mix
Red onion


Take a stroll through our Facebook page for links to recipes using some of this week’s ingredients.
Shop our Green Store for other healthy products.
Do you have a friend or neighbor looking to make better food choices?  Recommend Seabreeze, and for every new member you refer, you’ll both receive a $10 Green store credit.
Thank you so much to all of our loyal supporters.  We sincerely hope we have helped your health and well-being with our food and brightened your day with our flowers.
Enjoy in good health,
Stephenie