Pumpkin gets its fair share come fall. We see it in pies, breads, as pastry fillings, even in beverages. Its mild flavor lends itself well to most dishes from sweet to savory, and it plays well with a variety of herbs and spices. Pretty much all types of squash are great options as a nutrient-dense… Continue reading Zoodles in Spicy Pumpkin Sauce
I use a lot of coconut products: oil, cream, butter, shredded, water. All add great additions to any dish whether sweet, savory or spicy, but none reign quite as supreme in my book as coconut milk. I use it a fair amount. It is rich, creamy, and has a very similar mouthfeel to cow’s milk. … Continue reading Coconut Milk Three Ways
Lamb. Definitely not the most popular protein choice in the US. It can be a challenge to find, and its gamey flavor can turn some off to it, however lamb can be a good addition to almost any diet. Grass-fed/finished lamb: can have high amounts of omega-3 fatty acids, to combat inflammation; is high in… Continue reading Herbed Lamb Meatballs
There nothing new about chicken in a cream sauce. Tale as old as time. Chicken smothered in cream of mushroom or gravy has been happening for generations. However, it can be challenging to find recipes that involve creamy sauces made for dairy freers because, obviously most sauces include cream. Mimicking that mouth feel can be… Continue reading Southwest Chicken
Weekday breakfast is known for its quick grab and go mentality. Pop something into a toaster, nuke food in the microwave, perhaps cold fare that requires no cooking. It is rarely about sitting down and enjoying a stick-to-your ribs meal. Yes, it may be challenging to think of preparing breakfast when so many competing obligations… Continue reading Immune-Boosting Breakfast Bowl
Canned tuna can get a bad rap. It is often associated with gloopy tuna salad sandwiches or flavorless casseroles. Its tinned vessel is looked down upon, labeled as a last-resort staple or that thing you have on hand for emergencies. But canned tuna can be very flavorful and tasty, given the right accompaniments. No disrespect… Continue reading Tuna Noodle Niçoise
If coconut cream is not a pantry staple in your kitchen you should consider making it so. It is so versatile. It can be used in savory recipes, sweet ones, poured into beverages, whipped into topping – the skies the limit (hence its pantry staple status). I like it because it can be turned into… Continue reading Coconut Chipotle Shrimp
There is a lot of discussion around detox. Yes, our bodies detoxify naturally- that’s how harmful additives are removed from the body. Several organs including the kidneys, liver, and colon; and the lymphatic system work to flush out toxins throughout the day. However, as diligently as the body works to keep everything in tip top… Continue reading Healing Detox Soup
I created this out of necessity. I normally do lettuce-wrapped burgers, but they can get messy. I mean burger juice running down your arm, pile of soggy napkins littered on the table, sauce on the cheek messy. So I improvised and turned it into a salad -- fries and all. And. I. Haven’t. Looked. Back.… Continue reading Bacon Burger Salad
