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Grain-Free “White” Dinner Rolls

March 26, 2013

The family is head-over-heels for these rolls. I never thought I would eat a fluffy, white, and grain-free roll. I found one, though! These rolls are commonly known as Yucca buns and are traditionally made with yucca or tapioca flour. I’m a big fan of arrowroot flour, so I used it in place of the [...]

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The Unprocessed Kitchen: Meats and a Chicken Salad Recipe

March 4, 2013

Organic, pastured meats play an important role in a healthy, traditional diet. Meats like chicken, beef, and lamb offer a wealth of nutrients, including omega-3 fatty acids and conjugated linoleic acid (CLA), as well as nourishing fats, protein, vitamins and minerals. Today, as we continue “The Unprocessed Kitchen” series, we’re going to discuss meat labels and which meats [...]

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The Unprocessed Kitchen: Lacto-Fermentation and an El Salvadorian Sauerkraut

February 14, 2013

Today we have Winnie Abramson here to teach us about the benefits of lacto-fermented foods and how to easily prepare them at home. Winnie has a degree in Naturopathic Medicine and is the writer of a fantastic blog – Healthy Green Kitchen. I believe fermented foods are a staple to a nourishing diet. I serve [...]

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The Unprocessed Kitchen: Step 5 – Salad Dressing

January 24, 2013

When we’re trying to eat better, we usually add more salads to our diet. Sadly, many of us don’t realize that most supermarket salad dressings are loaded with soy, preservatives, GMOs, processed salts, additives and other unwanted ingredients. Plus, they can be pretty pricey! You can throw out all those pre-made bottles of dressing and [...]

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Brussels Sprouts with Lemon and Hazelnuts

December 14, 2012

With the way sweets abound during the holiday season, it’s always good to have some easy, nourishing dishes you can pull together in a snap. My slow-cooker has been in full use these last few weeks. Soups, stews, and roasts often grace our table and I’ve kept plenty of vegetables on hand so I can [...]

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Thanksgiving Round-Up and Giving Thanks

November 21, 2012

I shared some of my very favorite Thanksgiving recipes in past years, so I thought a little Thanksgiving Round-up would be helpful if you’re looking for last minute ideas. Here’s our menu for Thanksgiving: Smoked Turkey (my husband’s specialty) Carrot Souffle Stuffing Green Bean Casserole Mashed Cauliflower Brussels Sprout and Bacon Hash Persimmon Cranberry Sauce [...]

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Mashed Cauliflower (Grain Free, Paleo, Gaps, Primal)

November 16, 2012

Maybe not a fancy dish, but a welcome one. Creamy and buttery, but without all the carbs. Of course, Thanksgiving comes with indulgences, but if you want to save your indulgence for another dish, creamy mashed cauliflower makes the perfect stand-in for mashed potatoes. Have you ever had potatoes turn “gluey”? That doesn’t happen with [...]

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Sweet Potato Casserole (Grain Free, Paleo, Primal)

November 13, 2012

Most Thanksgiving tables regularly feature sweet potato casserole. I enjoy the subtle, creamy sweetness combined with the crunchy, sweet-salty pecan topping. This version isn’t too sweet, but you can add additional honey if you want. Use either cream or coconut milk depending on your dietary needs. You can make the potato mixture two days ahead [...]

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Spinach Salad with Roasted Butternut Squash and a Giveaway

October 15, 2012

 As the temperatures drop and we get closer to the holidays, I like to stock my pantry with flavorful herbs, spices and specialty oils. My “can’t-go-without” list looks like this: Pumpkin pie spice Cinnamon sticks Ground cinnamon Dried thyme Italian seasoning Garlic powder Sea salt Cocoa Powder Black peppercorns Pumpkin seed oil Black truffle oil [...]

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Sautéed Leafy Greens

October 5, 2012

It’s been a busy week. A family member was very sick, so I spent most of my week in Texas helping provide care. What a privilege to spend precious time with family, cooking soups, organic, grass-fed meats, and all sorts of leafy greens! We all enjoyed this simple, leafy green recipe. The greens are rich [...]

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