Eating is so much more than just taking in food. With every bite, you can make a conscious choice to nourish your body with foods that bring you joy and support your inner balance. Hildegard von Bingen understood this connection and developed a way of eating that combines enjoyment and mindfulness.
The top principle of Hildegard’s kitchen is: As natural and unprocessed as possible. Vegetables and fruit from organic farming, herbs and spices from controlled wild harvesting, whole grain cereals – these are at the heart of Hildegard’s nutritional teachings. The less processed a food is, the closer it is to what Hildegard described as original and valuable.
Grains play a main role in Hildegard’s meal plan, especially spelt, oats, and millet. They provide long-lasting satiety and valuable fiber. Spelt, for example, is perfect for homemade bread, hearty casseroles, or creamy soups. Paired with fresh seasonal veggies and high-quality plant oils, a spelt dish is a real feast – just the way Hildegard intended.
Speaking of plant oils: Hildegard had clear favorites here, too. Top of the list is camelina oil, known for its special fatty acid profile. Olive oil and walnut oil also have a place in Hildegard’s pantry – as tasty companions for salads, veggie stir-fries, or quark dishes.
In general, Hildegard’s kitchen means: Go easy on meat and animal products, but when you do use them, make sure they’re top-quality organic. Eggs from happy chickens, a good piece of mountain cheese, or the occasional fish from clear waters – that fits perfectly with Hildegard’s idea of mindful eating. The focus is definitely on a mostly plant-based, natural diet.
Seasoning in Hildegard’s kitchen is done thoughtfully and with a light touch. Hildegard’s favorites are bertram, galangal, and wild thyme – all herbs that play a special role in her writings and add wonderful flavor to your food. Just a pinch is often enough to turn a simple dish into an aromatic treat. That way, every meal becomes a mindful pleasure for all your senses.
A real highlight of Hildegard’s kitchen is the fasting recipes, especially the famous Hildegard fasting soup. Made from spelt semolina, veggies, and selected spices, it’s a classic from Hildegard’s tradition. If you regularly take time for mindful fasting the Hildegard way, you’re following a centuries-old tradition and making space for mindfulness and reflection.
Curious about the delights of Hildegard’s kitchen? In our online shop you’ll find a wide selection of products inspired by Hildegard’s teachings – from all kinds of spelt products to ready-made fasting soups. All in premium organic quality and made according to Hildegard’s traditions. We’ll support you with tips and tasty recipe ideas on your journey to more mindful eating. Enjoy!
