Lettuce tacos are one of my favorite go-to weeknight meals. I wrap nearly any kind of protein in lettuce, and top it with avocado. This recipe is named after Hayley Mason, co-author of “Make it Paleo,” who originated it. PREP TIME 20 minutes COOKING TIME 10-15 minutes…
This is a dish my mom has made for as long as I can remember. Her original recipe calls for canned, pre-made cranberry sauce, but this is a healthy alternative. Make a double batch and freeze them for later. PREP TIME 30 minutes COOKING TIME 45 minutes YIELD 12-15…
If you haven’t made roasted marrow bones yet, stop what you’re doing, find a local farmer who is pasture-raising cows on 100% grass, and get some bones. You won’t believe how easy it is to enjoy this gourmet super-food at home. Your great grandmother would be proud….
After a long week of cooking and using up almost all of the veggies you bought for the week, a stir-fry is the perfect answer to the “I don’t feel like cooking” blues. Chop up whatever you have, add a few key ingredients like coconut aminos, water chestnuts, and…
Beef shanks can be a confusing cut of meat, but they’re often one of the most affordable, especially when you buy grass-fed. A slow-cooker or enameled cast iron Dutch oven pot do a good job of making this tougher cut of meat tender and delicious. PREP TIME 10 minutes…
Before I went Paleo, my traditional chili recipe was a standard part of my cooking arsenal, but once I eliminated beans from my diet, chili was off the menu for a long time. That has changed with the creation of this fantastic recipe, which uses butternut squash and…
A traditional meat sauce, Bolognese is usually made with heavy cream and a variety of meats. To keep this one dairy-free, I use coconut milk instead of cream. PREP TIME 15 minutes COOKING TIME 60 minutes YIELD 3-4 servings 1 spaghetti squash Sea salt &…
There were a handful of favorite meals back in the day when I ran an organic meal delivery business, and braised balsamic BBQ beef was on the top of the list. I’ve updated this recipe to include dates as the sweetening element instead of brown sugar, and the result is…
Sage is a classic herb combination with turkey, and the smell will likely remind you of the holidays. This is an easy way to make use of the inexpensive cuts of turkey you often find at the grocery store. PREP TIME 5 minutes COOKING TIME 45-60 minutes YIELD 2 turkey…
Fruit and poultry are a fantastic combination any time of year. Try this recipe with figs or peaches. Use duck breast instead of legs if you prefer. If you’d like to sear the skin of the duck first, heat the skillet over medium-high heat, and then place the duck legs…
Any of the spice blends are fantastic for kicking up a plain old burger. This version uses the Indian Spice Blend (recipe here) and Red Roasted Garlic (recipe here) garnish with cilantro. Pair it with a salad or roasted veggies for a super simple supper. PREP TIME 10…
Honey mustard is easily recreated without any sweetener when it’s made with healthy fats like butter or coconut oil. Use whichever you like best, or try mixing the two. PREP TIME 5 minutes COOKING TIME 45 minutes YIELD 12 chicken thighs (4-6 servings) 1/4 cup melted…