Sides and Sauces

Crispy curried sweet potato coins

Crispy curried sweet potato coins

If you’re looking for a “fancier” way to prepare sweet potatoes, this is the recipe for you! By tossing the sliced potatoes in a “breading” of coconut or almond flour and mixing in your favorite spices, you can make this recipe a bit differently every time. Try…

Simple baked kale chips

Simple baked kale chips

Kids especially enjoy these chips! This is a quick way to make use of a lot of kale, and you’ll find yourself making this recipe often, as it goes faster than you’d expect! PREP TIME 10 minutes COOKING TIME 20 minutes YIELD 4 servings   2 bunches of curly kale…

Roasted figs with rosemary

Roasted figs with rosemary

Fresh figs are only in season for a couple of months each year—typically late summer into early fall in most parts of the U.S. They have an entirely different taste and texture from dried figs, which are great used in sauces, as in the Balsamic-Fig Compote see here….

Roasted rosemary roots

Roasted rosemary roots

This recipe calls for sunchokes and parsnips, but this simple roasting method and flavor combination is perfect for any root vegetable. Try it with carrots or sweet potatoes, or combine one white and one orange-colored vegetable for a more colorful presentation. PREP…

Candied carrots & Cilantro cauli-rice

Candied carrots & Cilantro cauli-rice

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…

Broc-cauli chowder with bacon

Broc-cauli chowder with bacon

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…

Simple shrimp ceviche

Simple shrimp ceviche

This recipe is always a hit at parties, and it is fantastic for an outdoor barbecue. For the best flavor, prepare the ceviche a couple of hours ahead and let it marinate in the citrus. PREP TIME 40 minutes COOKING TIME – YIELD 4 cups   1 lb cooked, peeled,…

Citrus macadamia nut sole

Citrus macadamia nut sole

Growing up, my mom used to make nut-topped fish nearly every week. Her recipe would change from time to time, but the basics always included butter and some kind of light or white fish. Try this with flounder or halibut if you prefer. PREP TIME 10 minutes COOKING TIME…

Italian style stuffed peppers

Italian style stuffed peppers

One of the easiest ways to make ground meat into a special meal is by stuffing it into an elegant “package.” Use any colored bell peppers, or even another type of vegetable, like a summer or winter squash, to make this all-in-one meal. PREP TIME 20 minutes COOKING…

Fiery jalapeño buffalo burgers

Fiery jalapeño buffalo burgers

The sweetness of a Sweet Potato Pancake “bun” (recipe below) compliments the spiciness of this burger. PREP TIME 15 minutes COOKING TIME 10 minutes YIELD 4 burgers   1 jalapeño pepper 1 teaspoon smoked paprika 1 teaspoon onion powder Sea salt and black pepper to…

Five kinds of salsa

Five kinds of salsa

Even if you don’t eat tomatoes, there is no reason why you can’t still enjoy salsa! Simply swap the traditional main ingredient with any of the other options in this recipe. PREP TIME – 30 minutes COOKING TIME – YIELD Approximately 8 servings   2…