Thanksgiving rapidly approaches and if you’re like me, you’re already thinking about what to serve for your holiday meal. I thought we’d kick off the month with a pie. Last year, I shared my gluten-free pumpkin and pecan pies so it’s ...Continue Reading
Pea and Egg Drop Soup
We’re all searching for easy, quick ways to produce nutrient-dense meals, and this pea and egg drop soup checks all the boxes. Homemade chicken stock, beef and fish stock offer a variety of nutrients like calcium, magnesium, ...Continue Reading
Mashed Cauliflower (Grain Free, Gaps, Primal)
Mashed cauliflower is maybe not a fancy dish, but a welcome one. Its 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 ...Continue Reading
Gluten-Free Pumpkin Pie
This gluten-free pumpkin pie isn't too sweet and has a nice custard-like filling - nothing too thick. The grain-free crust needs to stay firm without getting soggy because of the filling. After lots of tasting, my family all ...Continue Reading
Chicken Noodle Soup (Grain Free, Paleo, Primal, Gaps, Gluten Free)
A bowl of chicken noodle soup is comfort and nourishment. Nothing fancy. Just simple, whole ingredients. Like most people, I’ve watched the devastating effects of Hurricane Sandy with a heavy heart. Many people have no power or ...Continue Reading
Zuccotto (Grain Free, Paleo, Primal, Gluten Free)
I think I might be having too much fun with desserts, like zuccotto. I haven’t developed a new sweet-tooth, but am fascinated and challenged by just how many recipes there are to create without grains. I fell in love with this ...Continue Reading
Chocolate Chip Cookies (Grain Free, Gluten Free, Paleo, Primal)
Grain free baking is the best, and this chocolate chip cookie recipe is just one example! The ingredients and methods are usually very simple. There’s no worry about over-mixing and causing too much gluten to form. The cookies don’t ...Continue Reading
Pizza (Grain Free, Paleo, Primal, GAPS)
You won't believe how good this grain-free pizza recipe is! I spend most Friday afternoons outside with my neighbors. We pull up our lounge chairs, pour some wine, and catch up from the week. For the past couple of months, I've ...Continue Reading
Blueberry Muffins (Grain Free, Paleo, Primal, Gluten Free, Gaps)
Blueberry muffins are a quick gluten free and grain free breakfast you can even eat on the go! Many of you have requested recipes without almond flour, so I’ve been busy testing baked goods this week. My first is blueberry muffins ...Continue Reading
Granola (Grain-Free)
Boy have I missed granola lately! It makes for a quick snack, packs easily for trips, and forms the perfect substitute for store-bought cereal. I've avoided granola for the past few months because it's usually loaded with grains, ...Continue Reading
Pumpkin Bread (Grain-Free, Paleo, Primal, Gaps)
As family rolls in this week, help stay stress-free by having some loaves of pumpkin bread and easy-to-fix items in the kitchen. You can bake this bread over the weekend, put it in the freezer, thaw overnight, and toast slices for ...Continue Reading
Eggplant Involtini
Eggplant Involtini. Don't be intimidated by the name. It's a fancy title for eggplant rolled around gooey cheese and baked. We're over halfway through the challenge! How are you doing? Are you finding it gets easier as you go? I ...Continue Reading
Kale Salad with Currants and Walnuts
This kale salad with currants and walnuts is the perfect side for any dinner party. My 3rd grade daughter came home from school recently tearfully reporting the other kids have been making fun of her for eating vegetables. What? As ...Continue Reading