Host Defense Information — Recipes

Turkey Tail is one of the most well-documented mushrooms in scientific research. With a wide spectrum of beneficial properties, Turkey Tail shows much promise in supporting the immune system with its protein-bound and unique polysaccharides.* It has been found to:

• Support liver health*
• Support healthy tissues*
• Support hormonal, adrenal and immune function*
• Be an excellent source of cellular nutrients*
• Show prebiotic support for promoting a healthy microbiome*

Why not get your daily serving of it in the form of a delicious mushroom-mycelium-powered smoothie?

Ingredients:
1 Cup Almond Milk
1/4 Cup Plain Yogurt
1 Banana
1 Cup Frozen Fruit (We used mango and strawberry)
1 Tsp Turkey Tail Powder
5 Ice cubes
6 Brazil Nuts

To Garnish:
Coconut, granola, mesclun greens, brazil nuts, and halved strawberries

Instructions: Combine all ingredients into blender and puree until smooth. Pour into bowl and garnish. We created a mushroom motif with halved strawberries, brazil nuts, granola, coconut, and greens!


*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease

New Host Defense® MycoBotanicals® Brain & Body™ powder provides this morning treat with just the right amount of spice while supporting heart health and mental acuity.* This recipe comes courtesy of Host Defense National Science Educator, Gina Rivers-Contla.   

Ingredients

6 to 8 ounces unsweetened milk of your choice (we like oat!)

1/3 of an apple

½ cup of pineapple chunks

¾ cup shredded carrot

1 tsp MycoBotanicals® Brain and Body™ powder

¼ cup almond butter (optional)

½ cup ice cubes (optional, but adds a thicker consistency)

Instructions

1. Add ice cubes and milk to blender and pulse.
2. Toss in fruits, vegetables, and powder. Pulse to pulverize fruits.
3. Pour into a large chilled glass and enjoy! 

*This statement has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Host Defense® Turmeric Immune™ Mycobotanicals Tea® adds a warming bite to these snack-sized treats. 

Ingredients:

Cookies

1. 3 cups gluten free flour, or gluten free flour blend
2. 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3. ½ cup gluten free rolled oats
4. 2 teaspoons baking powder
5. 2 tablespoons almond butter
6. 1 egg
7. ½ cup almond milk (vanilla flavor, if you’d like!)
8. ½ cup coconut sugar
9. 1 teaspoon anise extract
10. 1 tablespoon cardamom
11. 3 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds for sprinkling atop cookies

Turmeric Date Caramel

1. 1 cup of dates
2. 3 bags of Host Defense® Turmeric Immune™ Mycobotanicals Tea®

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees
2. Combine dry ingredients in a bowl, minus sesame seeds (set to the side). Mix until thoroughly combined.
3. Add egg, almond butter, vanilla extract, and anise extract to dry ingredients and mix.
4. If batter seems too thin, add additional teaspoons of gluten free flour until batter takes on a more dough like consistency.
5. Use a tablespoon to scoop dough from bowl, roll into balls, and place on baking sheet 2-inches apart.
6. Bake 8-10 minutes or until golden brown.
7. Remove from baking sheet and place on rack to cool for at least 15 minutes.
8. Top with dollop of date caramel (see below for instructions) and sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds.

Directions for Turmeric Date Caramel:

1. Boil 8 oz. water and steep 3 bags of Host Defense® Turmeric Immune™ Mycobotanicals Tea® for 10 minutes.
2. Remove pits from dates.
3. Add dates to food processor and pulse.
4. Add brewed tea to food processor to liquify and smooth dates.

Your favorite fall flavors, featuring a boost of superfood mushroom mycelium thanks to Host Defense® Primordial Chocolates™  

Ingredients:

• 1 ¼ cup almond flour
• ¾ cup coconut sugar
• ¼ cup pumpkin puree
• 1-2 tablespoons chia seeds (adjust according to preference)
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 tablespoon pumpkin pie seasoning
• ½ cup almond butter
• ¼ cup coconut oil (melted)
• 1 large egg
• 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
• 1-2 bars (1.4-2.8 oz.) of Host Defense® Salted Maca Crunch Primordial Chocolate™

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees and (lightly!) coat an 8”x8” glass baking pan with coconut oil.
2. While oven is preheating, mix all dry ingredients together.
3. Add egg and coconut oil to dry ingredients and mix until smooth.
4. Add almond butter, vanilla extract, and pumpkin puree to batter and mix.
5. Cut Host Defense® Salted Maca Crunch Primordial Chocolate™ into small chunks and add to batter. Mix well until chocolate is thoroughly worked into batter.
6. Pour batter into pan. Batter will be thick, so ensure you work it to the edges of the pan and spread evenly.
7. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.
8. Let cool, cut into squares, and enjoy!