Some of you already know that I've been conducting a wild amount of yogurt-making experiments lately. And while I love just eating plain yogurt (yes, I know this isn't normal) I was thinking about crunchy topping options. Unfortunately as much as I love a lot of the commercially available grain free granolas, many of them have too much sugar/carbs for my liking. And these very … [Read more...] about Very Simple Grain Free Granola
Snacks
Pumpkin Spice Protein Smoothie Recipe (with Pumpkin!)
After making a batch of Primal Blueprint paleo pumpkin muffins for the umpteenth time, I realized that the other half of the can of pumpkin purĂ©e would be good for another batch next week (or in a few days). Or, given that it's "pumpkin spice" season, extra canned pumpkin is a very fun smoothie ingredient. Along with its seasonally popular flavor, pumpkin is a nutritional … [Read more...] about Pumpkin Spice Protein Smoothie Recipe (with Pumpkin!)
Minimalist Protein Pancakes
Minimalist Protein Pancakes For whatever strange reason I am not a fan of sweet pancakes or sweet crepes... while I can't remember the last time I ordered pancakes in a restaurant or made traditional ones at home, I do love the occasional ham and brie crepe with egg.After going through the cabinets, I found a canister of plain, grassfed whey that I need to use sooner … [Read more...] about Minimalist Protein Pancakes
SUPER Easy Pecan Crust Sweet Potato Pie – Paleo and Primal
Seriously easy, deceptively decadent, simple and delicious paleo/primal compliant sweet potato pie. And the crust can be used for other easy recipes like quiches, etc. I've even used to to make coconut custard pie recently too (recipe forthcoming I need to make some adjustments to it first) SUPER Easy Pecan Crust Sweet Potato Pie - Paleo and Primal Seriously easy, … [Read more...] about SUPER Easy Pecan Crust Sweet Potato Pie – Paleo and Primal
These Bold Tart and Spicy Kale Chips are Extreme!
I tested these "x-treme" kale chips on a few people who normally would not want to be caught dead eating something as "foo foo" as kale chips. They ate them all, one even ate them in public at work, which is a big deal. Adjust the spicy heat up or down to your liking, these savory chips are all gone too soon. I've taken to making double batches now and have bought additional … [Read more...] about These Bold Tart and Spicy Kale Chips are Extreme!
Nutritionally Dense Salmon Cheese Dip / Fresh Veggie Stuffing
After falling into a canned salmon wormhole the other night, I found a video describing a similar recipe that I wanted to adapt for simplicity. Must admit, I mixed up a batch and have been eating it basically all day with super thinly sliced seedless cucumber "chips" (I serve them with hummus too sometimes) cut with a mandolin. I'm also considering stuffing jalapeno and mini … [Read more...] about Nutritionally Dense Salmon Cheese Dip / Fresh Veggie Stuffing
Homemade Sunflower Seed Butter Recipe, Simple Method
Unlike a lot of the posts and recipes for sunflower seed butter I found online while researching my own approach, I'm going to keep it simple. Two ingredients: 3 cups raw shelled sunflower seeds Himalayan mineral salt to taste And here's the complete directions: Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spread the sunflower seeds out in an even layer on a … [Read more...] about Homemade Sunflower Seed Butter Recipe, Simple Method
Very Lazy Low Carb Macaroons
The gift of a giant bag of organic toasted unsweetened coconut shreds led to creating this really good, golden, and surprisingly easy low carb snack! Double espresso and vintage Limoges recommended, but not required. Very Lazy Low Carb Macaroons The gift of a giant bag of organic toasted unsweetened coconut shreds led to creating this really good, golden, and … [Read more...] about Very Lazy Low Carb Macaroons
Red Cabbage German Style – Lower Sugar Modification
A modern, lower sugar version of this home-cooked German classic! Red Cabbage German Style - Lower Sugar Modification A modern, lower sugar version of this home-cooked German classic! 1 head red cabbage (approx 1lb, organic red cabbage)1 small tart apple (Cripps Pink or Granny Smith work great)1 small white onion (Sliced thinly)1 Tbsp coconut oil2 Tbsp red wine … [Read more...] about Red Cabbage German Style – Lower Sugar Modification
Macho Mojito Protein Shake
A simple but differently flavored grass fed whey protein shake Macho Mojito Protein Shake A simple but differently flavored grass fed whey protein shake 1/2 juice of one lime (save the other half of the lime for garnish or for a companion)2 scoops of vanilla grassfed whey (See notes below for recommended brand)5 fresh mint leaves1 1/2 cup cold filtered … [Read more...] about Macho Mojito Protein Shake
