Ingredients:
- 1-2 T sprouting seeds (see notes below)
Supplies:
- A clean jar, preferably with a wide-mouth
- Cheesecloth (or other porous fabric) and an elastic band that fits the jar tightly. Special sprouting screens or sprouting lids are often available where sprouting seeds are sold (see notes below)
Directions:
- Soak seeds in water for 6-8 hours in a covered quart jar. During soaking, keep the jar out of sunlight in a cupboard or under a dark-colored towel. Seeds are alive! They need a time of moist, warm darkness and then air and more water to sprout through their outer shell.
- After the initial soaking, rinse and completely drain the moist seeds 2-3 times per day for 3 days. Keep them out of direct sunlight.
- After the 3rd day, rinse daily until they are ready for harvest, by the 7th day or earlier, depending on the variety of seed and on how you like your sprouts.
- Store sprouts in a covered air-tight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days after they are sprouted.
Notes:
- Popular seeds for sprouting include: alfalfa, beet, radish, mung bean, lentil and broccoli. They can be combined in a mix. Follow the directions on the packet for the variety you choose.
- 1 T of seeds produces about a quart jar of sprouts. Adjust the amount according to your needs.
- When the first “crop” is ready, you can start another jar.
- Ask for “sprouting seeds” in the bulk foods or produce department of your local food co-op or at the health or organic section of your grocery store. They can often be found in stores that specialize in environmentally friendly products. A large bag makes sprouts for months! Online sources include: Natural Roots and Seeds, Trueleaf Market and High Mowing Seeds.
The Seasoned Franciscan Relaunches!
The Seasoned Franciscan started in 2023 as a way to share healthy recipes and stories of Franciscan and Gospel values. Its posts made it clear that food is a means to nourish a healthy body, to respect the earth, and food-related stories give witness to values that Franciscans hold dear. The Seasoned Franciscan takes on a new flavor this spring. Each post will tell a story of the recipe and a story that connects to the FSPA Provocative Movements and the Goals of Laudato Si by Pope Francis. We hope that the Seasoned Franciscan recipes and stories will encourage us to Cook Joyfully and inspire us to be the hope the world needs as individuals and in the communities to which we belong, working toward justice for all who share the planet our common home.
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Story of “Sprouting Seeds”: Physically, Spiritually and in Actions to Effect Policy
Physically, anyone can produce sprouted seeds, an inexpensive, nutrient-dense local raw food that adds to a simple lifestyle. Sprouts are seeds that are germinated by the presence of water. A small investment in time, skill and money are all we need. Fresh sprouts are tasty, crunchy, and healthy. At about 3-8 days old, little broccoli “sprouts” eaten raw on a salad, in a sandwich or wrap have more phytonutrients (from light) than a serving of full-grown broccoli.Sprouts are a fun project for any age and add nutrition to a smoothie, stir fry or noodle bowl. Read more at Healthline a health media company guided by medical professionals.
Spiritually, The theme of Laudato Si Week (May 19-26, 2025) is "Seeds of Hope". The practice of growing our food may foster hope as it slows us down. Reflect on what “seeds” of new life are sprouting in our lives and in the world. What habits or attitudes (like privilege) are being weeded out to make room for new habits that grow compassion and justice? Check out links to song prayers about seeds by Mystic Hildegard of Bingen, and A Song of New Life by Nimo Patel and Daniel Nahmod.
Actions to Effect Policy
When values are dear to us, we advocate for them to be planted as policy in our relationships and in the wider community. For example: 1) FSPA has a commitment to the Goals of Laudato Si. 2) Through Seeding a Legacy of Healing, the FSPA has established relationships with over 30 organizations to make good things happen! 3) FSPA supports NETWORK, which describes itself as a “Lobby for Catholic Social Justice, a faith-based political advocacy organization that prioritizes racial equity and thriving lives for all people.” Inspired by Catholic Sisters, NETWORK provides ways for us to learn and to act for just policies. Called to Action is a short enlightening book about NETWORK’s 50 years of activism for social justice, equal rights, immigration, peace and economic justice.
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