Are you looking for an amazing, gluten-free, dairy-free, grain-free, Raw dessert for that special occasion this summer? This is it! Someone shared this Paleo recipe with me a while back on Facebook and I just made it a week and a half ago. It’s from the Raw Food Institute in Australia and I modified it […]
Chocolate Truffles & Paleo Protein Bars
Whole foods can be luxurious treats to savor. The possibilities for living natural are endless when you discover all the options with whole food ingredients. Chocolate is a super food as long as it’s in it’s raw state or minimally processed. Nuts and seeds are some of the most nutritious foods on the planet, filled […]
Celebrate Easter With Paleo Resurrection Cookies
I originally published this Paleo-friendly recipe February 2011. In our home it’s a traditional way to celebrate Easter. Regardless of what your faith is, this is fairly healthy recipe to make – but the kiddos don’t have to know! It’s full of protein and just a little sweet to satisfy. I see many parallels between […]
Paleo Almond Flour Crackers, Simple & Quick
Once again, I have to thank KC Thorson of KC’s Kafe for sharing another delicious recipe when we got together for lunch the other day. KC has written several cookbooks, I’d highly recommend them for anyone venturing into gluten-free cooking. A diet full of gluten can make you feel “Foggy” When I first […]
Paleo Almond Flour Muffins
The past year and a half I’ve been experimenting with recipes that are gluten-free. My initial attempts were with rice, tapioca and potato flours, all of which I know are high in carbohydrates, in addition to concerns about arsenic in our rice supply (even organic). Paleo diets eliminate all grains. Now, don’t worry, I’m not […]
Spiced Nuts with Black Pepper Oil
Since I’ve eliminated gluten and dairy products, I’ve been eating more nuts to sustain me. Most nuts (prepared properly) are filled with nutrients, omega-3 fatty acids and fiber. This recipe is made with pecans (which contain over 19 vitamins and minerals) and peanuts (which are really considered legumes). I use Jungle peanuts from Wilderness Family […]
Pure Companies That Care: GoBites, Healthy Snacks for On The Go
Vote with your dollar There are some great up and coming companies as well as some established businesses committed to providing you with the resources you need to stay healthy, live organically and preserve our natural resources. More local stores are beginning to carry healthy products because there is a demand. We can improve the options […]
Paleo No-Bake Pumpkin Seed Caramel Bars
Follow my blog with Bloglovin When we travel, I make sure to pack healthy snacks for the road so we are less likely to dine and snack on roadside fast food. Nuts and seeds are great energy food and portable. I made these easy, nutrient packed bars while on vacation. I brought all the […]
Decadent Paleo Brownies
This is what real food is meant to be – nourishing, satisfying and full of flavor, you don’t even realize these have no wheat Since I’ve given up wheat products I have more energy, I don’t “live in a fog” and just feel better overall. These Brownies are made with coconut flour which is high in […]
Garlic Chicken
Traditional meat marinades from the store are filled with artificial flavors and even colorings. Meat marinades and flavorings are so simple. We train our tastebuds to like flavors we are exposed to. When you mix up your own marinade, you can use the freshest ingredients that your senses will appreciate! This is my favorite chicken […]