Eggplant Hummus

This is a great variation to your typical hummus recipe.  Eggplant is a nightshade, however, so if you are avoiding nightshades you can check out our other hummus recipe here which uses avocado as the base.  This recipe involves roasting the eggplant first for about 40 minutes, but it is well worth the wait! This … Continue reading Eggplant Hummus

Kombucha

Recipes posted a year ago: Pear Ginger Marinated Steaks Pork Cabbage Rolls Coconut "Yogurt" Chicken Skewers Kombucha is an ancient beverage made of sweetened tea that has been fermented by a starter of beneficial bacteria and yeast known as a "SCOBY."  This fermentation consumes the majority of the sugars in the sweetened tea (as well … Continue reading Kombucha

Mark’s Primal Hot Cereal

Recipes posted a year ago: Apples with Coconut Butter and Almonds Applesauce Shepherd's Pie If you are not familiar with Mark Sisson, then check out his site at Mark's Daily Apple.  The site is an excellent resource for health information and recipes.  This recipe came from one of Mark's cookbooks, Primal Blueprint, Quick and Easy … Continue reading Mark’s Primal Hot Cereal

Pickles

Recipes posted a year ago: Kale Chips Wine and Herb-Grilled Salmon Za'atar Grilled Pork Loin I got this wonderful pickle recipe from my friend Jen over at Inspiration Plantation and she was very kind to let me share it.   I got the cucumbers from her as well.  I love getting eggs, chicken, and pork from this … Continue reading Pickles

Coconut Fried Apples

Coconut Fried Apples Recipe Type: Dessert Author: Purely Primal Prep time: 10 mins Cook time: 20 mins Total time: 30 mins Serves: 4 Ingredients 2 large Granny Smith apples, cored and cut into rings 1/4 cup arrowroot powder 2 large eggs, beaten 1-1/2 cups unsweetened coconut shreds (look in the bulk section at your market) … Continue reading Coconut Fried Apples

Blueberry Lemon Muffins

Recipes posted a year ago: Salt and Pepper Cube Steaks Fava Bean Hummus Tapenade Pork Chops There is a wonderful new book being released tomorrow called "Practical Paleo" by Diane Sanfilippo.  I was lucky enough to get a copy of this book pre-release date.  Not only does Diane offer some delicious recipes that are super easy, … Continue reading Blueberry Lemon Muffins

Salsa Verde Fresca

Salsa Verde Fresca Author: Purely Primal Prep time: 10 mins Total time: 10 mins Serves: 4 Ingredients 8 to 10 tomatillos, papery skin removed and washed in cold water 1 poblano chile, stemmed and seeded 1 anaheim chile, stemmed and seeded 2 cloves of garlic, coarsely chopped zest and juice of one lime fistful of … Continue reading Salsa Verde Fresca

Homemade Greek Yogurt

Recipes posted a year ago: Orange-braised Fennel Basil Chicken and Rice Soup Planning a Vacation? Ideas for Food on the Go I was recently lucky enough to speak with Dr. Allison Siebecker for a few minutes about gut health.  You can check out her website on SIBO (Small Intestine Bacterial Overgrowth) here.  She mentioned to me that … Continue reading Homemade Greek Yogurt

Grain-Free Cinnamon Muffins

Recipes posted one year ago: Pesto-Roasted Summer Squash Nut Cookies Thai Curry Casserole My oldest daughter asked me to make cinnamon rolls.  Those of you who have no flour in your house at all know this can be tough.  I admit that I do miss cinnamon rolls...sometimes, but working at a local donut shop when … Continue reading Grain-Free Cinnamon Muffins

Coconut Butter Bark

Recipes a Year Ago: Apple Cranberry Crisp Chipotle Citrus Pork Skewers As the holidays quickly are upon us, we are tempted to eat all of those unhealthy goodies.  Well, I guess it is only once a year and if you keep it to a minimum, then I say "enjoy!"  But, here is a basic recipe … Continue reading Coconut Butter Bark