Aussie chef and mum, Clarissa Kocovski, The Nourished Chef, went plant-based and has never looked back.
“My plant-based journey started with wanting to live my life with as much kindness and compassion as possible. I educated myself about what dairy and animal-based products can do to the human body and I came to the decision that I no longer wanted to put those kinds of foods into my body. I now use plant milk like Califia Farm’s oat and almond milks, which are creamy, delicious and fortified with calcium. Since going plant-based, my body has rewarded me with higher energy levels, and stronger hair, skin and nails. Plus my skin has dramatically cleared up,” says Clarissa.
“Long-term sustainability is something I’m also very passionate about. Working with plant-based recipes in my home kitchen has been such an eye-opening journey. I not only choose plant-based cooking for my health but essentially for our planet. I had no idea what kinds of negative effects our diets are having on the planet and how so many people are overlooking it.”
Strawberry French Toast Recipe
Serves 3
Ingredients
- 6 Thick Slices 2-3 Day Old Sourdough
- 1 Cup Califia Farms Unsweetened Almond Milk
- 1 ½ Tbsp Pure Maple Syrup
- ½ tsp Vanilla Extract
- 2 Tbsp Spelt Flour
- 1 Tbsp Nutritional Yeast
- 1 tsp Cinnamon
- ¼ tsp Ground Nutmeg
- Pinch of Salt
- TO SERVE
- Maple Syrup
- Powdered Sugar
- Fresh Strawberries
Method
- In a shallow bowl, whisk all the ingredients.
- Add vegan butter or coconut oil to a non-stick pan over medium-high heat.
- Dip each side of the bread into the batter briefly, then add the bread to the pan and cook for
2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown. - Serve with maple syrup, powdered sugar, and fresh strawberries.
About Clarissa Kocovaski
The Nourished Chef (Clarissa Kocovski) has been curating and recipe-developing low-carb, gluten and
dairy-free recipes for the last five years. Recently she has been inspired to embrace plant-based
living and has adapted this philosophy throughout her recipes. Long-term sustainability is something
she’s very passionate about and working with the power of plants in her kitchen has been an eye-
opening journey. She hopes by showcasing the true ingredients she uses and sharing her recipes will
educate and inspire home cooks. Follow her Instagram here: The Nourished Chef
For more details on Califia Farms visit: califiafarms.com.au.
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