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Sopa de Batata Doce

Sopa de Batata Doce

Cream soups are a staple of crisp, fall nights. This simple soup from Brazil packs all the comfort of a warm bowl without the cream. Quality tomatoes, such as heirlooms, intensify the flavor. Serves 6 1 lb white sweet potatoes 4 Tbsp unsalted butter 1 medium onion,…

Hearty Vegetable Soup

Hearty Vegetable Soup

The broth is the heart of any soup. Master chefs know that the extra step of simmering stock with leeks, carrots, and onions infuses the base with deep, rich flavor. If you don’t have the time to do this step, skip the recipe until you do. The extra effort makes the…

Shredded Pork Tacos with Mango Salsa

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…

Steak Cobb Salad with Mango Dressing

Steak Cobb Salad with Mango Dressing

SALAD 6 cups lettuce torn into bite-sized pieces*Steak strips*4 boiled eggs, sliced2 avocados, diced2 cups chopped tomatoes or cherry tomatoes*Half of the crumbled baconDRESSING *Half of the Mango Salsa1∕3 cup olive oil2 TBSP apple cider vinegar¼ cup water*Ingredients…

Tomato Salad with Jalapeño Vinaigrette

Tomato Salad with Jalapeño Vinaigrette

I love the versatility of a cherry tomato salad. By simply swapping the dressing with another favorite, you can create an entirely new dish with very little effort. And I’m all for very little effort in the kitchen! Try this one with the dressing from the Grilled…

Grilled Chicken Antipasto Salad

Grilled Chicken Antipasto Salad

My original antipasto salad recipe appeared in Paleo Indulgences and has been a family favorite for years. While we have enjoyed that particular version many times, I realized recently that it is more of a delicious side dish than a main meal when taken on the road….

Citrus Red Onion Slaw with Grilled Chicken

Citrus Red Onion Slaw with Grilled Chicken

Want to know a secret? I originally created this recipe with red cabbage. I had it all planned out, with the recipe jotted down. Then I went to prepare it one sunny afternoon, and bam! No red cabbage in the house. How did that happen? I was writing a book, for…

Tomato Avocado Salad with Grilled Chicken

Tomato Avocado Salad with Grilled Chicken

There is nothing better than summer-ripe tomatoes with a light vinaigrette to bring out their intense flavors! You can use your favorite tomatoes here, but I highly recommend splurging on some organic heirlooms. The colors and textures they bring to this salad can’t…

Creamy Cilantro No Potato Salad

Creamy Cilantro No Potato Salad

First, a big thank you goes to Sarah Fragoso at Everyday Paleo for coming up with the original No Potato Salad made with cauliflower. Genius! Second, this recipe is another example of how I often mess up in the kitchen. One of the best parts of a good potato salad,…

Veggie Soup

Veggie Soup

This vibrant, nutrient-dense soup is like a classic minestrone, minus the beans and pasta. Chock full of fresh tomatoes, zucchini, mushrooms, and many other veggies, it’s like a bowlful of summer on a cold winter’s day. Make an extra-large batch while the ingredients…

5-Spice Pork with Scallions & Almonds

5-Spice Pork with Scallions & Almonds

I usually avoid buying spice blends because I figure I can make them myself a lot more economically. But Chinese 5-Spice is an exception. It’s a blend of star anise, fennel, pepper, cinnamon, and cloves, and those bold flavors need just the right ratios. This fragrant…