Herb Day Fair and Chef Mayra's Essential Oils Recipe's

The 2nd Annual Herb Day Fair, which is dedicated to informing everyone interested about the “Health and Wellness Benefits” and the Healing properties of Natures Gifts, was held this year on October 2nd at the St. Rose Dominican Hospital in SW Las Vegas.
We wanted to begin this newsletter by thanking them for all their help and efforts in promoting and allowing this event to be held there!
It was a wonderful event with lots of information and classes to attend.
Also, Congratulations to Beth Briley who was the recipient of our Gift Tea package giveaway!
One of the Vendors at the event was Las Vegas' Very Own "Vegan Chef" Mayra, who this year did some cooking and handed out samples of some of her marvelous dishes and refreshments.
They were all done with our very own "The Center Of Power" Essential Oils! And well, they were Marvelous!
We ran out of recipe sheets while at the event and promised the many that were not able to get a copy that we would post the recipe's for them.
So the following are a few that she prepared at the event and a "bonus" recipe for everyone as well!
All We can say is Enjoy!
Cooking With Essential Oils from The Center Of Power
Essential oils are extremely potent and provide many benefits in both healing and therapy. Essential oils retain the entire essence of healing oxygenating molecules, nutrients, trace minerals, coenzyme A factors, amino acid precursors, hormones, vitamins and enzymes. Essential oils are filled with bountiful goodness - and you can use them in their form for cooking purposes.
Since the chemical structure in essential oils is similar to that of the cells and tissues in the human body, they are accepted by the body and are compatible with human proteins. Cooking with essential oils is therefore seen by many as safe and beneficial. They provide that extra energy, vigor, and health for the entire family – in addition to providing great taste to your means!
A Little Goes A Long Way
If you are using spice oils that are very strong, such as thyme, oregano, nutmeg, marjoram, cinnamon or basil, just dip a toothpick in the oil and stir it in the dish after it is cooked. This is an excellent way to add flavor to food. Cooking with essential oils is excellent as just a drop of it is equal to the goodness of a whole bottle of dried herbs.
Using Oils
Citrus oils such as tangerine, orange or lemon, should be added to the dish just before serving. This will ensure the oil does not evaporate and the dish retains the citrus flavor.
As you are cooking with essential oils such as rosemary, oregano and basil, you can add the oil as the dish is simmering. This adds a wonderfully exotic taste.
Safety
It is important to make sure the oils you are considering are safe for cooking. Therapeutic grade oils are usually safe for use in cooking, but be sure to check the product label.
Benefits of Using Essential Oils
The smell of essential oil is known to control and curb appetite. According to research, smell instigates taste. Using essential oils in cooking everyday and inhaling the vapors and smell on a consistent basis may also curb your appetite. The aroma from the essential oil switches off epistat nerve, which is the part in our brain responsible for hunger. Cooking with essential oils therefore may actually help you lose weight!
There are various interesting cookbooks available that details recipes you can make using essential oils.
Recipes can also be found on various websites on the internet. They tell you all about which oil can be used or what type of dishes.
Tips For Using Essential Oils
Peppermint, clove, rosemary, lavender or lemon oil can be used as salad oils for salad dressings.
Thyme, oregano, marjoram or basil can be used with meat and sauces.
Oils such as peppermint, tangerine, orange, clove or lemon can be used with puddings, frosting, cakes and fruit pies.
Essential oils such as Melissa, peppermint, lemon, tangerine, orange, roman chamomile and lavender can be used to make interesting varieties of herbal tea.
As you are cooking with essential oils, make refreshing drinks by adding peppermint, tangerine, orange or lemon to a jug of cold water. You can warm agave nectar and add in lemon, chamomile, basil, lavender, clove or cinnamon to make flavored agave nectar.
Creatively use essential oils in your dishes for good health and vigor for the entire family.
Lavender Lemonade
7-lemons, peeled and juiced
2-limes, peeled and juiced
1/4 c. water
1 ½ c. light Agave
1-drop lavender essential oil
Mix all ingredients together and chill. Add more water or Blue Agave,
depending on the size and tartness of the fruit.
Also,Try Using Lavender, Lemon, tangerine, clove, mint, Agave for teas and smoothies
Suggested Oils for your favorite Carrot Cake recipe
Cassia & Ginger & Nutmeg &Tangerine & Clove
Breads & Pastries
4 to 5 drops EO per pound of dough
Mix and match. - Let your imagination be your guide.
Try citrus, nut, flower and spice (cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, etc)
For a great herb bread use some Italian herbs - i.e. Oregano, Thyme, Basil, etc.
A Very Simple Recipe For LAVENDER Muffins
Ingredients:
Mix 2 cups Bisquick mix,
2 tsp. baking powder, 1/2 cup soy milk
1 drop lavender oil
Mix together.
(After you make it & taste it decide if you want more lavender in your mix)
Directions:
Fill organic olive oil sprayed muffin pan with mixture 2/3 full in each tin.
Bake at 400 degrees for 20 minutes or until golden brown.
Serve warm with lavender butter.
"Bonus Recipe!"
Cantelope Lavender Festival
Served in a chilled shot glass, is more than a typical sorbet. It’s a mixture of crisp flavors, sweet treats and cool refreshment that
could easily be expanded upon for a decadent dessert.
Ingredients:
2c fresh ripe cantaloupe
2t fresh lime juice
2t passion fruit puree
½ c filter water
¼ c raw sugar
2 drops lavender oil
Mint leaves for garnish
Directions: Peel and seed cantaloupe and puree. Combine the remaining ingredients. Taste your mixture to see if
sweet enough and add additional sugar if needed. Sweetness of this recipe depends on the freshness and ripeness
of your cantaloupe. Freeze in a pan or in dishes used for serving.
Yields 6 servings.
Some Other Green Suggestions:
Lavender OIL
Quick Household Uses:
Add 20 drops (can add up to 50 drops) of essential lavender oil to a half liter of
water. Add to washing machine to disinfect and lightly scent laundry
Add up to 50 drops in bucket to disinfect floor while mopping.