This hummus-like Mediterranean-ish, but yet South Western-ish bean dip has been a favorite and often requested recipe of mine since about 2002! It featured in a cookbook/workshop from way back then when I was also vegan. Those times have long past, but I still often enjoy some of the vegan/vegetarian—and sometimes RAW food recipes from that period as they sometimes fall within … [Read more...] about Savory Internationally Inspired Black Bean Dip
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Hellraiser Crock Pot Chili
You don't have to make it this hot, but it sure is good that way :) Hellraiser Crock Pot Chili You don't have to make it this hot, but it sure is good that way :) 1 T coconut oil (See my review of Tropical Traditions Brand Coconut Oil in the product reviews section)2 lb organic grass fed ground beef (regular grind or larger chili grind is great too)2 onions … [Read more...] about Hellraiser Crock Pot Chili
Ghost in the Crock Pot North Carolina inspired BBQ Pulled Pork
NC style bbq sauce + mango for crock pot pulled pork that will rock your face off. Ghost in the Crock Pot North Carolina inspired BBQ Pulled Pork NC style bbq sauce + mango for crock pot pulled pork that will rock your face off. 1 Cup white vinegar (Doesn't have to be fancy)1 Cup cider vinegar (I used Bragg's because that's what I buy)1 Tbsp agave … [Read more...] about Ghost in the Crock Pot North Carolina inspired BBQ Pulled Pork
Hearty but Exotic Mexican Inspired Chicken Mole – Slow Cooker Method
Nearly effortless, delightfully complex flavors! Hearty but Exotic Mexican Inspired Chicken Mole - Slow Cooker Method Nearly effortless, delightfully complex flavors! 4 lb chicken (I chose a mix of light and dark meat, without skin)1/2 package Parmalat crushed tomatos (the "box tomatos" I use the other half of the carton to serve alongside frittatas … [Read more...] about Hearty but Exotic Mexican Inspired Chicken Mole – Slow Cooker Method
Borscht Crock Pot Method
Easier and you might not actually dye the entire kitchen red this time! Borscht Crock Pot Method Easier and you may not actually dye the entire kitchen red this time! Ingredients1 onion (large, minced)6 beets (small, or 4 medium peeled and cut into julianne strips)2 lb stew beef (I used chunks of grassfed beef)1 to mato (Large tomato, chopped and seeded)1 … [Read more...] about Borscht Crock Pot Method
Grass Fed Beef Heart Stew – Slow Cooker Method
A ridiculously delicious and economical meal. Grass Fed Beef Heart Stew - Slow Cooker Method A ridiculously delicious and economical meal. 1 beef heart (Grassfed 2.5-3lbs, cubed)1 white sweet potato (Approx 13oz, cubed)2 carrots (Medium size, cut into coins)2 plum tomatoes (medium-large)4 celery stalks (chopped)1 tsp sea salt (Adjust to your taste)1 tsp black … [Read more...] about Grass Fed Beef Heart Stew – Slow Cooker Method
Pretty in Pink Mashed Cauliflower – Guest Recipe from LowCarbKitty.com
A vibrantly colored, comfort food side dish that will brighten up any meal! Adrienne of GiryaGirl.com: A friend of mine from waaay back in the early 2000s has gone "low carb" and launched a super fun recipe website/blog called Low Carb Kitty with some very creative recipes. So, I asked her to prepare a recipe for us! While many readers here are already fans of cauliflower … [Read more...] about Pretty in Pink Mashed Cauliflower – Guest Recipe from LowCarbKitty.com
Tropical Steak Lettuce Wraps by Aleks Salkin
Guest Recipe Feature from Aleks Salkin, RKC Tropical Steak Lettuce Wraps by Aleks Salkin Guest Recipe Feature from Aleks 1/2 pineapple (Use half a fresh pineapple and dice it up)1 lb steak (sirloin (Or favorite steak of your choice))1 can black beans1/2 cup cilantro (fresh (chopped and loosely packed - or to preference))1 onion (Small onion, diced)3 jalapeno … [Read more...] about Tropical Steak Lettuce Wraps by Aleks Salkin
Organic Beef Jerky Trail Mix Exotica
An unusual trail mix which began as an attempt to solve a problem, and which ended up becoming a nutritiously dense favorite that I have to store away from my desk or ALL of it will be eaten at once. A simple three ingredient idea with an exotic flair which I hope inspires you to make your own variations! Beyond Organic Beef Jerky Trail Mix Exotica Salty, Sweet … [Read more...] about Organic Beef Jerky Trail Mix Exotica
Enhanced Asian-Inspired Raw Cabbage Salad
Wasn't a huge fan of the South Beach Diet during it's time of extreme popularity - that whole thing with cheese sticks and jello for snacks just wasn't my style at all. However, some of the recipes in the book were actually pretty good. Especially after I spiked them up a bit. This one is something that I've never stopped making - and modifying after over 6 … [Read more...] about Enhanced Asian-Inspired Raw Cabbage Salad
