Good clean, on-the-go protein is hard to come by. These little gems are great for lunch and snacks because they don’t make a mess if they get smushed in a bag. They’re also easy to make and hold up without refrigeration for a short period of time. Makes 24 mini-bites...
Sides and Sauces
Vegetable Tian
This casserole is full of flavorful veggies. Tians are a homey specialty of Provence made from seasonal vegetables. Variations abound. Don’t be afraid to add whatever veggies you might have. Use the recipe as a base and experiment by adding your favorite goodies....
Oven-Roasted Winter Vegetables
Great dishes do not have to be complicated, and this medley is as simple as it gets. Although humble in origin, the merits of these roasted roots speak for themselves with earthy goodness. Serves 8 ¾ lb small-in-diameter organic yams, washed and cut into 1-inch pieces...
Chard with Sweet Potato, Pine Nuts, Golden Raisins, and Prosciutto
All green, leafy goodness should taste as good as this. The mingling of flavors and textures make every bite a tasting adventure of what pops out next. Serves 6 ¾ cup golden raisins ¼ star anise 1 whole clove ½ cup dry white wine 2 Tbsp pine nuts 3 oz thinly sliced...
Spinach Salad with Sweet Potato, Bacon, Walnuts, and Pomegranates
This bountiful salad fills every bite with new tastes. Pomegranates provide little explosions of flavor that give this salad a respite from the ordinary. Serves 8 16 oz nitrate-free bacon 1 medium yam, washed, peeled, cut into ½-inch cubes, about 2 cups Pinch of...
Sweet Potato Poppers
Sweet Potato Poppers are small in size and big on flavor. A combination of herby, savory, and sweet, they delight the taste buds. Poppers make an ideal appetizer—fun to pass around at a gathering of friends. Serves 6 6 very small yams, peeled to same size ¼ cup...
Rainbow Cubes
So simple, so delicious. Rainbow cubes are a great on-the-go treat to keep you going. Kids will love the color. All will love the taste. It's amazing such goodness can come straight from the ground. The purple variety can be found in Chinese/Japanese markets. Serving:...
Sweet Potato Frittata
This frittata is packed with flavor and sure to chase egg boredom away. Serve hot or cold; it keeps well in the refrigerator to enjoy for days. A warning: it’s so good, even with the best intentions, the Sweet Potato Frittata won’t last long. Serves 6 4 tsp...
Sweet Potato Linguine with Sage and Brown Butter Sauce
Twirling a big, forkful of pasta is always so satisfying. Going paleo does not have to eliminate this pleasure. Sweet Potato Linguine rises above and beyond its pasta inspiration and takes less time than boiling a big pot of water. Serves 2 1 medium yam, long in shape...
INDONESIAN PEANUT SAUCE
Toss this sauce with noodles, or serve as a dip for grilled tofu or tempeh skewers or fresh vegetables—you can even thin it with water for a salad dressing. The sauce will keep up to a week in the fridge.YIELD: MAKES 1½ CUPS2 tsp. peanut oil1 large shallot, minced (¼...
Shredded Pork Tacos with Mango Salsa
3 TBSP coconut oilHalf of the shredded pork1 TBSP Taco Seasoning¼ cup waterButter lettuce or romaine lettuce leavesHalf of the Mango SalsaIngredients made on “Prep Day” Serves 4 In a large skillet over medium heat, heat the coconut oil.Add the shredded pork, and stir...
Everything Skillet Scramble
I just love this “on the road” breakfast. Because my hubby can’t have eggs, I cook everything else first, spoon out some for him, and then add the eggs for the rest of us. It works like a charm! What makes this dish mess-free and easy is putting all the ingredients in...












