Cabbage Rolls

When I worked at Catholic charities and the Archdiocese,I was blessed to meet so many different people from all types of backgrounds and cultures. 

One day I was talking to a coworker about the cabbage I was growing and how much my family loved it sautéed with fresh vegetables. One of the families I worked with from Germany, asked had I ever had cabbage rolls. 

Of course my first question was can it be made without meat lol. She chuckled and said I’ve never heard of them without meat but how about I give you my family recipe and you see ok!? 

I’m like I love a challenge so bet! Of course I had to wait until harvest time but once they were ready I came up with a masterpiece! My yummy Stuffed Cabbage Rolls, packed with Couscous,Tomatoes, Yellow Squash,Kale and Hemp Hearts, topped with my Stewed Tomatoes! Was a sure hit and a family favorite. 

Whatcha Need:

1 head green cabbage

1 cup uncooked couscous 
1 cup sautéed kale

2 yellow squash sliced 
1 small yellow onions diced

2 cloves garlic minced

1 green bell pepper sliced 

1/2 cups hemp hearts

2 cups stewed tomatoes 

1/2 Homemade or low sodium tomato sauce 

1 cup lentils 

1/2 t dried dill

1 T dried parsley

1/2 t crushed red pepper 

Himalayan or sea salt and pepper 
to taste

How it’s Done:

Boil cabbage leaves for about 2 minutes or until soft. 

Then set aside to completely cool off. 

Preheat oven to 350. 

Cook couscous according to package directions but reduce cooking time by 5 minutes so the couscous is slightly underdone then set it aside.

Cook the vegetables,onions,garlic,and herbs in a pan. Then add the couscous 1 cup of the diced tomatoes, and 1/3 cup of tomato sauce.

Mix the remaining stewed tomato and sauce in a bowl. Spread a very thin layer of the tomato sauce mixture in a 9x13 pan.

Remove the thick stem on cabbage leaves. Lay the cabbage leaf flat and add 1/3 cup filling to the center of the cabbage leaf. Fold in the sides and roll the cabbage up(like a burrito). Place seam side down in the pan. 

Repeat with remaining cabbage.

Pour sauce over the cabbage and cover tightly with foil. Bake for 60-75 minutes. Let cool for 15 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Tomato and Okra Stew

I like okra but only fried or pickled. However growing up my mom made it for us regardless if we like it or not lol. Once I got older and learned about how okra is indigenous to Africa and is one of the MANY things we brought over…I learned to appreciate this slimy green pod! Masai and I have grown okra for years…the benefits of the whole plant are second to none. Here’s a basic recipe for tomato and okra stew we made in 2018 from the goodies from our garden.

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Whatcha Need:

2 T olive oil 

1 small onion diced

2 cloves garlic chopped fine

20oz strewed tomatoes

2 lg sweet potatoes 

1/2 cup chop celery 

1 T stevia or date sugar

1 t thyme leaves 

1 t oregano 

1 t basil 

1 bay leaf

1/2 t crushed red pepper 

1/2 t apple cider vinegar

1/2 t low sodium soy sauce

2 cups fresh(I use what I’ve picked cuts the slime down😅)

Himalayan or sea salt and pepper to taste

How it’s Done:

In a large skillet or ditch oven add your oil. Let it warm for a couple minutes then add your onion,garlic and celery. Cook for 5 more minutes. Stir in tomatoes(with their juices), sugar, thyme,bay leaf, vinegar and low sodium soy sauce. Add your sweet potatoes. Reduce the heat to low and simmer,uncovered, for 12-15 minutes. Add the okra, cover with a lid, and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the okra is tender. Remove the bay leaf. Season with a little himalayan or sea salt and black pepper,to taste. Enjoy!

Working with Psalms🫶🏾

Most that know me know my love for the Psalms. I use this book and many others in my work. Here is a few of my favorite. Growing up and seeing how Hoodoo blends in many spiritual aspects and is influenced and Incorporates the Psalms into traditional rootwork for various purposes was always fascinating. Psalms has always been used in my household as sacred tools. 

Here’s a few more that are definitely favorite my mom’s was Psalm 91 she had us learn this one at a very young age(protection from harm,demons), Psalm 121 (divine help).

Healing~Psalm 147 emotional healing

Enemies~Psalm 7 overcoming those that seek you harm. 

Conflict~Psalm 48 undoing envious foes

Love~Psalm 31:25 empowerment/anti-anxiety). 

Prayer and Petition~

Reciting specific Psalms repeatedly to invoke their power, similar to mantra, to alter consciousness or manifest desires.

Use the Psalms in your….

Candle Work~

Lighting candles for a specific intention (green for money, red for love) while chanting relevant Psalms over them.

Gris-Gris~

Writing verses on paper and placing them in bags with herbs or oils, or inscribing them on objects for ongoing magical effect.

Cleansing Bath~

Adding herbs and Psalms to bathwater for cleansing, healing, or attraction.

Calling Our Power~

Using Psalms for protection against curses, hexes, or psychic attacks, often at specific times like midnight. 

It’s Kwanzaa Time!!!

~Ase’OOO 

🤘🏾2026🤘🏾

 It’s that time of the month where we “blow da’cinnamon”!!! Not only is today the first of the month but the first of 2026! So when y’all making them black eyed peas keep a few and add them to your pocketbook or wallet. When blowing da’cinnamon sprinkle it around the perimeter of your house(with a lil red brick dust if ya got it),and say a prayer of protection,prosperity,and of course thanksgiving! Light and Life🤎…

 Why we blow da’cinnamon….

🫶🏾Abundance & Money: a simple way of and bring financial fortune, new job opportunities, lor business success.

🫶🏾Positive Energy: The ritual aims to clear negative inner’chi and invite good vibes into your home and life.

🫶🏾Protection: Historically, cinnamon has been used for spiritual protection and purification.

🫶🏾New Beginnings: the first day of the month marks a fresh start, aligning with new cycles for prosperity,abundance,and protection…Selah