This soup is so rich and creamy you won’t miss the dairy! PREP TIME 30 minutes COOKING TIME 45 minutes YIELD 4-6 servings 1 butternut squash 4 tablespoons bacon fat, coconut oil, or ghee, divided 1 yellow onion, diced 4 cloves of garlic, peeled and smashed 1…
Romanesco can be a novelty, but whenever I see it, I pick it up for its unique look and color. Keep your cooking interesting by trying as many different kinds of vegetables as you can. PREP TIME 10 minutes COOKING TIME 20-25 minutes YIELD 3-4 servings 8 small…
This is the most amazing alternative to mashed potatoes you can make. My entire family was fooled when I served these up for Thanksgiving dinner a few years ago, and there were no leftovers! PREP TIME 10 minutes COOKING TIME 20 minutes YIELD 4-6 servings 1 head…
Grilling foods that are sweet usually yields a delicious result—and these two beautiful, carb-rich foods are no exception. PREP TIME 15 minutes COOKING TIME 45 minutes YIELD 8 servings 1 whole butternut squash 1/2 of a pineapple, skinned and sliced into 1 inch…
Serve these with Balsamic Braised Short Ribs (recipe here). PREP TIME 10 minutes COOKING TIME 20-30 minutes YIELD 4 servings 8 large carrots, peeled and chopped into 1/2-inch pieces 4 dates, pitted and chopped 2 tablespoons melted butter or coconut oil Sea salt…
Simply grilling, roasting, or steaming asparagus yields a delicious result, but topping asparagus with some citrus and olives takes it to a new level. Enjoy this as a side to the salmon recipe see here or with any simply-grilled meat. PREP TIME 5 minutes COOKING TIME…
If you’re looking for an easy way to eat your veggies, this chowder is it! In every bowl of this creamy side dish, you get a heaping helping of both broccoli and cauliflower. PREP TIME 30 minutes COOKING TIME 30 minutes YIELD Approximately 8 servings 4 cups…
If you’ve ever wished you could eat something that tastes like Thanksgiving any time of the year without cooking a whole feast, here’s your chance! These tiny pork meatballs pack all the flavor of the season and are perfect with the Simple Cranberry Sauce for dipping….
My grandma used to make a big spread of appetizers every holiday, and I always requested her stuffed mushrooms. The original recipe calls for breadcrumbs, so this is an adaptation, but don’t worry—the tops of these get crispy even without the grains. PREP TIME 20…
This recipe is simple if you make the Chorizo Spice Blend (recipe here) ahead of time and keep it on-hand for a quick weeknight dinner. These are also great as an appetizer at a party or as a meal served over Mashed Faux-Tatoes (recipe here). PREP TIME 10 minutes…
A cooking class I took while living in San Francisco called “Food of Spain” inspired this dish. The combination of the cumin and garlic complement the pork nicely. Served over roasted root vegetables, this dish is simple enough for a weeknight meal, but creates an…
Lamb and olives are a perfect combination. Enjoy these simple chops with the salty and delicious olive spread. PREP TIME 10 minutes COOKING TIME 5-10 minutes YIELD 4 servings 2 tablespoons bacon fat or coconut oil 2 lbs lamb chops 1 tablespoon Greek Spice Blend…