Iced Vanilla Bean Latte
I was bummed that I didn’t get this recipe up as promised this morning before leaving for my flight, but the age of technology was on my side and my flight to Austin has wifi access the entire way! I always get so excited when I board a plane and they announce there’s wifi … Read more
Guest Post: Ground Lamb with Pine Nuts and Mint
My guest series is coming to an end soon but I still have a few talented bloggers lined up to share with you over the next month. I am excited to introduce Arsy from Rubies and Radishes. Arsy emailed asking if I would review her new cookbook, The Paleo Slow Cooker, and since you all … Read more
Corned Beef and Cabbage with Parsnip Turnip Purée
My apologies for getting this up after Saint Patrick’s Day! As I mentioned on Facebook, we took a last minute trip down to Los Angeles to see family and friends and attend a conference. I know it doesn’t bring as much excitement when it’s not presented with leprechauns, shamrocks, and green cookies; but this … Read more
Cinnamon ‘Oat’meal Raisin Cookies: St. Patrick’s Day Style
I remember pulling a batch of my rosemary raisin crackers out of the oven about 4 years ago and watching as they changed from brown to a bright shamrock green color. I quickly ran through every ingredient in my head and couldn’t possibly think of why this happened this particular time when I had … Read more
Corned Beef Brisket: Brine (Nitrate-Free)
Update from US Wellness Meats: “All the xylitol has been removed from the corned beef brisket and flatiron. The natural spices are clove, cinnamon, and allspice.” I had originally planned on using a pre-brined brisket for this recipe so my timing would have been precise and allowed enough time for you to purchase your … Read more
My Green Smoothie
Everyone has their own go-to green smoothie these days, but in case you are lacking in creativity or just need a change from your usual- here is my green smoothie. Mine is not the beautiful green hue that you see in so many because Asher refuses to drink it if it’s green, so I … Read more
Coconut Whipped Cream
I’ve had this post sitting in the queue since last year but never got around to publishing it. a dairy-free whipped cream recipe is a must for every Paleo and SCD site’s archives, so i’m finally hitting the “publish” button. This is the easiest recipe that will ever appear on my site! It involves only … Read more
Grain-Free Sugar Cookies (Paleo and SCD)
My birthday falls just 3 days apart from Valentine’s Day, so I’ve told Ryan over the last 11 years to not stress about V-day and just focus on my birthday. It’s also so close to Christmastime so I’ve always wanted to give him a break. However, as these last two years have shifted to being … Read more
Macadamia Waffles with Fruit Syrup
First things first, I’m super honored to have been nomiated in THREE different categories over at the annual blog awards from theKitchn. If you enjoy reading my blog and my recipes, I would love for you to vote for me. I’m nominated in best food photography, best recipes, and best healthy food blog and you … Read more
Leftover Roast Chicken Soup with Roasted Vegetables
Roast chicken is an almost effortless dish to prepare and always satisfies a hungry crowd. I don’t have a recipe up on my site for some reason (we’ll have to fix that down the road!) but I like to roast mine perched atop a bed of root vegetables in a little white wine and … Read more




































