After becoming mildly obsessed with two different chicken curry salads in Chapel Hill (Caffe Driade and Root Cellar) I started to look into how to make it at home, and kind of the story behind it. As I'm no big fan of mayo (I'm fine to order dishes with it, but wouldn't use it enough at home to justify buying a jar) and prefer sour cream and yogurt, I started poking around the … [Read more...] about Tuna Curry Salad or Curry Chicken Salad
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Grassfed Beef London Broil Obsession and Recipe
I used to cook London broil incorrectly (more like roast beef) and it was still a favorite. Finally decided to get really zen with it and just cook it over and over until it became second nature. Our local food coop, Weaver Street Market, regularly has incredibly tasty local grassfed beef - including London broil cuts, and I couldn't help but notice that even when it's not on … [Read more...] about Grassfed Beef London Broil Obsession and Recipe
How To Make Your Own Paleo Bowl Meal Recipe (Infographic!)
I've been meaning to make this tasty chart for a while now, and it's just a starting point to give you ideas of how to make your own delicious meal-in-a-bowls! There's nothing particularly earth-shattering about this little chart, but its purpose is to give you some ideas about how to use some foods you may already have, or which you have been thinking about trying. A More … [Read more...] about How To Make Your Own Paleo Bowl Meal Recipe (Infographic!)
Paleo Burgers with Low-Carb Portobello Mushroom Buns!
Design your own custom bread-free low carb burger! 2 Hearty Servings with 1 or two patties left over for tomorrow (or feel free to make 2 jumbo burger patties!) Paleo Burgers with Low-Carb Portobello Mushroom Buns! Design your own custom bread-free low carb burger! 2 Hearty Servings with 1 or two patties left over for tomorrow (or feel free to make 2 jumbo burger … [Read more...] about Paleo Burgers with Low-Carb Portobello Mushroom Buns!
Simple “Spaghetti” Zoodles (Zucchini noodles) and Grassfed Beef Meat Sauce
I've eaten this simple zoodles with meat sauce favorite regularly for the past few years. Really easy to make and just a few ingredients, it's a great weeknight treat. You can fancy it up with some optional additions, but it's great the way it is. Be sure to click through and check out the optional additions, too! Simple "Spaghetti" Zoodles (Zucchini noodles) and … [Read more...] about Simple “Spaghetti” Zoodles (Zucchini noodles) and Grassfed Beef Meat Sauce
Heavy Kettlebells + Fajitas… A Workout and Simple Cast Iron Skillet Fajitas Recipe
Must admit, I'm really enjoying the lower humidity and slightly cooler weather here at my new place... and even though I was very active before, being able to just go outside and work out with very little fanfare (or audience) has inspired me to do even more. I felt like going pretty heavy with things last night, and ended up surprising myself a little. Given that I kept … [Read more...] about Heavy Kettlebells + Fajitas… A Workout and Simple Cast Iron Skillet Fajitas Recipe
Strategy Wednesday – Workout Wednesday…
A "Strategy Wednesday" has been long overdue, so I've blocked out a few hours today for it. Basically it's a reassessment of what's going on, what I can do better, and often what I can drop or discontinue. And... this applies to my lifestyle as a whole, not just business or entrepreneur stuff... but also fitness and food. Much to the annoyance of some, I see all of this as … [Read more...] about Strategy Wednesday – Workout Wednesday…
Low Carb Pseudo-Satay Chicken and Quick Almond Butter Dipping Sauce
Must confess... when I make this ahead, I make a little extra as a snack! It's good hot, it's good cold, it's good today, it's good tomorrow or the next day! It's good marinated for a couple hours or just thrown in the pan! I love it! :) Low Carb Pseudo-Satay Chicken and Quick Almond Butter Dipping Sauce Must confess... when I make this ahead, I make a little extra … [Read more...] about Low Carb Pseudo-Satay Chicken and Quick Almond Butter Dipping Sauce
Coconut Milk Chicken and Zucchini Noodle Alfredo
PLEASE NOTE this is an estimated recipe as I just came up with it this afternoon, and will make it again so I can record the exact measurements for you. However, because I have taunted so many of you via text and on Instagram today with the photo you see to the left, I felt obligated to put the estimated version here for those who wish to try their hand (and if they come up … [Read more...] about Coconut Milk Chicken and Zucchini Noodle Alfredo
Salad Olivier, GiryaGirl Style
A high protein take on a classic one dish meal salad for people who hate mayonaise. Great for a complete make-ahead meal, picnic item, or take to work lunch. Salad Olivier, GiryaGirl Style A high protein take on a classic one dish meal salad for people who hate mayonnaise. Great for a complete make-ahead meal, picnic item, or take to work lunch. 1 lb chicken … [Read more...] about Salad Olivier, GiryaGirl Style
