The days are growing colder here in the Northeast, and winter is nearly upon us. That means it’s also nearly cold and flu season. Drinking a steaming mug of beef bone broth is a wonderful way to strengthen your immune system during these months. In fact, bone broth is such a wonderful health-boosting food that my family and I love drinking it year round.
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Turkey Kale Salad with Roasted Sweet Potatoes and Carrots
This tossed turkey salad with roasted sweet potatoes is so refreshing, satisfying, and delicious. Thanksgiving wouldn’t be Thanksgiving without the turkey…or the leftovers! Really, no matter how many family members and friends crowd around the table or how much we eat, I’ve never been to a Thanksgiving feast where there weren’t lots of leftovers for the next day…
Cauliflower And Carrot Purée Recipe
This beautiful cauliflower and carrot purée is a quick, easy, and elegant side dish. Ever been so busy preparing the main entrées for Thanksgiving that you didn’t have time to come up with a special vegetable side? No worries this Thanksgiving! This beautiful cauliflower and carrot purée is a quick, easy, and elegant side dish that pairs…
Beef Liver With Bacon And Caramelized Onions Recipe
If you were to take a poll in our house of who would like to have liver tonight for dinner, the responses would always be three in favor, two against, and one a nonchalant OK. The two negatives always add a strong “yuck” when the word liver is mentioned. These are typical reactions to a proposed liver dinner. Most people either love it or hate it. Personally, I love it, especially when it’s smothered in bacon and onions.
Pomegranate Spinach Salad With Apple Cider Vinaigrette
Bid goodbye to the boring side salad with this bowl of crisp, baby spinach, juicy pear slices, sweet pomegranate seeds, and tangy goat cheese. Paired with a homemade, paleo apple cider vinaigrette, this salad is a healthy feast of fresh and seasonal ingredients.
Caramelized Bosc Pears Recipe
Now that it’s mid autumn, one of my favorite fruits is finally in season! Bosc pears with their beautiful russet-brown skin are called the “aristocrat of pears”. Their pleasant, spicy-sweet flavor make them a lovely addition to fall desserts.
Creamy Chicken Potato Casserole (Gluten Free And Paleo)
Creamy chicken potato casserole is a twist on chicken pot-pie and scalloped potatoes. You’re going to love this easy to make casserole. What is autumn like where you live? Here in New York this beautiful season always seems to go by too fast. Maybe I feel that way because it’s my favorite time of year….
Garlic Chicken With Basil And Tomatoes Recipe
Enjoy a delicious garlic chicken meal with fresh ingredients, including basil and olives, all enveloped in a rich easy homemade tomato sauce. Last week was my son Peter’s birthday. If you’ve been reading my blog for a while, you know that he takes all these gorgeous food photos. Happy birthday, Peter! If you’re curious about the…
How To Cut And Cook Spaghetti Squash: Your Ultimate Guide
How to cut and prepare spaghetti squash for every spaghetti squash recipe. If you close your eyes, you’ll think you’re eating angel hair pasta. That’s why you’re going to love this satisfying, nutritious, low carb alternative to pasta. We all know that the kitchen can be a very dangerous place. Kitchen accidents happen even to…
Spice Rubbed Pork Roast Recipe
This savory, spice rubbed pork roast with its rich basting sauce makes a wonderfully satisfying dinner. This morning John and I went on a walk around our neighborhood. What a lovely, crisp fall day! John commented that these kinds of days remind him of long-ago autumn Sundays when he was a kid. His mom would…
Absolutely Delicious Gluten Free Shepherd’s Pie Recipe
This is the best shepherd’s pie made with nutritious ingredients. Your whole family is going to love this absolutely delicious classic shepherd’s pie. I like to have my dinners planned out at the start of the week, but sometimes I find something extra special at the grocery store that I want to make right…
One-Pot Paleo Stir Fry Chicken Recipe
One-pot paleo stir fry chicken with kale, broccoli, and sweet potatoes is a quick and nutritious meal. Several weeks ago, I planted new seedlings in my vegetable garden: cabbage, romaine lettuce, Brussels sprouts, and butternut squash. I’m hoping for a lovely autumn harvest! However, I didn’t have to plant anymore kale. My spring kale plants are still growing like crazy….
10 Minute Wild Shrimp With Paleo Coconut Sauce
Enjoy a delicious and nutritious meal in minutes with this easy-to-make wild shrimp with coconut sauce. This coconut sauce recipe is gluten free, paleo, and low carb so everyone at your table can enjoy it. Last week I found wild caught shrimp on sale at my local supermarket. Wild shrimp can be a little pricey so…
Zucchini Lasagna Casserole That Really Rocks
Sensational taste alert!
As I’m writing this, it’s raining heavily outside which has cooled things off a bit and that makes it the kind of day for zucchini sausage and beef casserole. Think lasagna with zucchini instead of noodles. Each mouthful keeps you salivating for the next bite.
My Secret For Juicy Grilled Pork Chops (With Chimichurri Sauce)
Fire up the grill and get ready to dig into the tastiest juicy grilled pork chops topped with zesty chimichurri sauce. I almost gave up on pork chops. I had tried many different ways to cook them, but often times they’d come out too tough, like leather. But then I discovered the tenderizing secret: brining! I…
Grilled Zucchini Roll Ups (Gluten-Free, Paleo, And Low-Carb)
Rolling up grilled zucchini with bolognese sauce and fresh parmesan really takes grilled zucchini to the next level. Wow! These little grilled zucchini roll ups make an amazing appetizer. Nicole took me on a field trip last week. I say that because when my kids were small, I planned many of the field trips for our homeschool…
Mozzarella Wrapped In Prosciutto With Basil Sauce
Baked sweet ground sausage and creamy mozzarella wrapped in delicate slices of prosciutto makes an amazing quick appetizer. I was going to bring you a recipe for a Zucchini Sausage Lasagna Casserole today, but the pictures didn’t quite come out the way Peter and I wanted them too. And by the time we realized this, the…
Zucchini Noodles With Buttery Beef Gluten Free Gravy
Beef and zoodles are a match made in heaven. See how to turn zucchini into noodles for a delicious pasta substitute tossed with the buttery beef gravy for the win. This summer I’ve been reaping quite a big harvest of zucchini from my vegetable garden. Now what better way to make use of all those…
Strawberry Granita (Low-Carb And Sugar Free Recipe)
Light cold strawberry granita is just what you need to cool off on a hot day. Made with strawberries and stevia, it’s a fun dessert with no sugar. All I can say is, “It’s hot outside!” The mercury is rising and icy, strawberry granita is light and cold; just what I need to cool off on…
Sautéed Kale Tossed With Bacon Recipe
Sautéed kale tossed with bacon is a crazy simple side dish that comes together fast. It’s time to up my kale game. Today I’m lightly sautéing my fresh-picked kale in butter, oil and garlic. Then comes a splash of balsamic vinegar and a sprinkling of crunchy bacon. This is now John’s favorite kale recipe. No…
Eggplant Rollatini Bolognese Recipe
You’re going to love this nutritious low-carb eggplant rollatini bolognese . Serve it as an appetizer or as the main course. Buon appetito! Today, I am revisiting one of my favorite recipes: eggplant rollatini. This time I’ve updated it with a special twist, stuffing these delicious bundles of eggplant with mozzarella cheese and a meaty bolognese sauce….
Healthier Homemade French Fries Recipe
These homemade french fries really are wonderfully easy to make, and they surpass restaurant fries, hands down. Crispy on the outside, fluffy inside, not a bit greasy: these better-for-you fries are in a category all their own. French fries and healthy in the same sentence? I know what you’re thinking: french fries aren’t usually thought…
Marinated Grilled Chicken With Sauteed Kale and Spinach
Marinated grilled chicken breasts turns out extra-juicy and ultra-flavorful. Best of all, it’s incredibly quick and easy to make. Serve with sauteed kale & spinach for the win. This has to be one of my favorite chicken recipes ever. It’s extra-juicy and ultra-flavorful. It’s super light and nutritious. It’s gluten-free and paleo friendly. And, best of all, it’s incredibly quick…
Turkey Tenderloin stuffed with Kale and Goat Cheese
Turkey tenderloin stuffed with kale and goat cheese is an elegant dish and actually simple to prepare. You’re going to love this meal. In our house, turkey tenderloin is one of our favorite dinners. We usually have it at least once every two to three weeks. It’s not terribly expensive, the meat is always tender…
Broiled Lamb Chops with Chermoula Sauce Recipe
You’re going to love these broiled lamb chops that have their own little handle and a nugget of meat to savor with each bite! Chermoula sauce elevates these tasty chops to irresistible. Hi friends! Sorry for not posting more this week, but I had one of those nasty kitchen accidents last Friday. I dropped and…
How To Make Coconut Whipped Cream
Here’s a step by step tutorial for how to make coconut whipped cream from coconut milk. Paired with organic blackberries, this is a quick, delicious, and incredibly nutritious dairy free dessert or for anytime you want a dairy free topping. Hi, friends! Nicole here with one of my favorite treats to make on warm spring…
Easy Sheet Pan Roast Chicken and Potatoes
Sheet pan roast chicken with tender marinated chicken thighs baked in their own juices on a bed of vegetables, sausage, and potatoes is an absolutely mouthwatering recipe that will leave you craving for more. I could go on and on about everything I love about this sheet pan roast chicken recipe. The fact that it’s…
Beef Stroganoff with Zucchini Noodles (Zoodles)
Beef Stroganoff takes just ten minutes to prepare and twenty-five minutes to cook. It’s a great weeknight meal when you need to make dinner in a pinch, and it’s the ultimate comfort food with its succulent strips of meat tossed in the creamiest mushroom sauce over a bed of tender pappardelle-style zoodles. Beef Stroganoff is…
Jambalaya Recipe
Jambalaya is a wonderful choice for a party when you need to feed a lot of people or just when you need an extra boost of fun to start your week. Hi friends!!! I am so excited for the first post of this week: Jambalaya! I love trying new cuisines, and Louisiana Creole is one I’d…
Homemade Paleo Salsa Recipe
This easy-to-make, crowd-pleasing homemade paleo salsa is perfect for snacking during game day or any festive gathering. My husband, John, is visiting the blog today with a delicious recipe for a healthy salsa dip, perfect for your March Madness celebrations! It’s March Madness time. Yesssss!! I love college basketball. Even though my team the Fordham…
Irish Nachos Pub Style Potatoes Recipe
Happy St. Patrick’s Day! We celebrate this day with all our Irish friends out there and pray: “May your blessings outnumber the shamrocks that grow, and may trouble avoid you wherever you go.” In honor of St. Patrick’s day, …
Seasoned Cauliflower Rice with Bacon
Cauliflower rice makes a delicious easy side dish that tastes just like fried rice. And it’s keto, low-carb, and whole 30 compliant too! Today, we’ve cooked up something extra special in our gluten-free kitchen. Nicole has been craving fried rice these past several days, so we decided to make a version of this recipe with…
Gluten Free Baked Zucchini Chips Recipe
Crunchy baked zucchini chips are an incredibly nutritious snack! Two weeks ago, we treated you to our mouthwatering recipe for baked zucchini sticks, and we’re back as promised with another delightful zucchini creation: crispy Baked Zucchini Chips. John had been missing the tasty pub food he used to be able to enjoy before switching to…
Herb Roasted Whole Chicken Recipe
Here’s a simple and delicious dinner idea: a roasted whole chicken! Learn how to roast a whole chicken with ease! In this recipe, I’ll guide you through basting the chicken with a flavorful mixture of butter, orange, and spices for a subtle kick. It’s a juicy roasted chicken that’s a breeze to make! It’s good…
Rosemary Sweet Potatoes and Mushrooms
Caramelized shallots, roasted sweet potatoes, mushrooms and chopped garlic cloves are sprinkled with fresh parsley in this delectable holiday treat. I’m looking forward to serving this up as one of the vegetable side dishes at my family’s Christmas dinner.
Healthy Coconut and Almond Dark Chocolate Bark
When Christmas is in the air, it makes me want to whip up something sweet and fun in the kitchen. Even better when that something is healthy and gluten-free like these coconut and almond dark chocolate bars.
Cheese Lover’s Zucchini Casserole Recipe
Cheese lover’s zucchini casserole tastes like pizza! It only takes minutes to assemble. Then it bakes while while you prepare the rest of your meal. Cheese Lover’s Zucchini Casserole is a savory dish made with sliced zucchini, layered with a rich tomato sauce and mozzarella cheese and topped with more melted mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses….
Stir Fry Chicken With Sugar Free Teriyaki Sauce (Gluten Free And Low Carb)
Stir fry chicken with sugar free teriyaki sauce is nourishing and quick to make with lots of vegetables, easy homemade sauce, and tender chicken. And best of all, it’s keto, lowcarb, and gluten free. This post has been updated with more helpful tips, new photos, and a video. This stir fry chicken is all Scarlett…
See What’s Growing In Our Garden And Sautéed Kale Recipe
Come and see pictures of our organic vegetable garden and try my delightful garden kale recipe prepared with homemade gluten-free chicken broth. As fall arrives this week, our organic vegetable garden’s summer season is winding down. We enjoyed homegrown vegetables all summer long (more about our garden here). Picking fresh vegetables from the garden is as…
Summer Salad Recipe with Cherry Tomatoes, Kalamata Olives, and Corn Strips
This colorful summer salad recipe of cherry tomatoes, red onions, purple Kalamata olives, crisp radishes, and yellow corn strips is so delicious. And the best part is, it’s gluten free and dairy free, too! This post has been updated with more helpful tips, new photos, and a video. As a lover of fresh, seasonal produce,…