The luminous round moon in all its fullness inspires lovers and poets, and, some say, the wild and crazy. For us following the path of the goddess, however, it is a sacred time, full of energy and magic, worship and celebration. Foods at this phase of the Goddess in her Mother aspect - weighty, and at her full potential - should
be rich, abundant, and celebratory. This is the perfect time for culinary alchemy, as magical energies are intoxicating and expansive. Gather herbs from your garden in the early light of dawn,
and visualize your dream, knowing it will be. Trust in the Mother to honor your desires.
Kitchen Blessing for the Full Moon
Goddess, Mother, the end and the beginning
The dusk and the dawn, I celebrate you!
Bless me tonight as I stand here in love
watch over me with compassion
and fill me with your grace
Accept my thankgiving as I left up
my heart in joy, Blessed Be!
During the full moon, celebrate!
A roasted turkey, baked salmon, egg dishes, and bowls of steaming pasta topped with garlicky shrimp or roasted veg and pine nuts are all perfect choices to revel in the full moons energy. Choose foods for love that are sumptuous and seductive, and spices that are warm and sensuous.
Moon vegetables such as mushrooms, potatoes, cabbage, and snowy cauliflower should be prepared with creamy sauces spiked with caraway, or tarragon, or paired with basil and juicy tomoatos, the fruit of love.
Herbs and spices should be lively and uplifting, including mints, thyme, basil, and oregano. Use lots of freshly cracked peppercorns to add passion or protective energies. Spices should be fiery, like chili peppers and garlic, or sweet and alluring, like cinnamon an vanilla.
For a full moon dessert, celebrate sensuality goddess-style, eat from plates brimming over with ripened fruits in season, assorted nuts and cheeses, sweet wine.......and anything chocolate!!
