Back before Instagram, probably around the time Facebook started, I was a member of a recipe swapping site called Recipezaar (now Food.com). A favorite recipe of mine at the time was called Miracle Lasagna, which was originally a recipe from my sister-in-law. This was back in 2005 before I was grain free or dairy free, so this…
Herbed Potato Smothered Salmon
Fall is in the air! That means leaves changing colors, rustic colored clothing, pumpkin flavored everything, AND… comfort foods!! Even as a young kid one of my favorite things about Thanksgiving was the mashed potatoes. I’d make a little “swimming pool” with mashed potatoes and gravy, and make one of my olives go for a…
Bacon Wrapped Breakfast Burrito with Pico de Gallo (Paleo & Whole30)
Back in my college days, breakfast burritos were a favorite way to start the day, and the more bacon (or sausage) the better. This is an updated version that’s all about the b-a-c-o-n. This recipe uses a bacon weave which can also be used to make bacon toast, cones, or bowls. It’s a fun, meaty…
Sweet Potato Crostini with Prosciutto and Caramelized Fig
If you would have asked me a few years ago about my thoughts on sweet potatoes, prosciutto, or figs, my reaction would have been, “…meh”; I could take them or leave them, but definitely not a favorite. These days I look forward to fig season similar to a child’s anticipation of Christmas. Around May I…
Fourth of July Watermelon Cake
My daughters recently saw a watermelon cake while I was on Pinterest, and they eagerly inquired about when we would make one. So this is in no way an original idea, but here’s the original design we came up with. The girls decided that we needed two tiers, so two tiers it was. And it…
Plantain Crusted Chicken Tenders with Quick Ranch
Plantain Crusted Chicken Tenders are my go to recipe on busy nights. They’re quick and easy to make, plus I know the kids will eat them. Double win! This recipe would work well with breasts, wings, and thighs too (cooking times will vary). The Quick Ranch also works with veggies or as a salad dressing….
Herbed Sweet Potato Pizza Crust
I was a little hesitant to try a sweet potato pizza crust because I couldn’t get past the “sweet” part, but adding in herbs and garlic really gave it a crust-like taste. I’m also loving the consistency of the crust. I baked it through, but the sweet potato stays slightly doughy in the center, and…
Salmon Salad Stuffed Cucumber Rolls
I love going out for sushi. I love everything about it; the chopsticks, the small portions, and the artistic way it’s all plated. The biggest downside: it can get expensive. Occasionally I get the urge to to try to create something sushi-like at home. These Salmon Salad rolls are fairly easy to make, and with…
Cauliflower Arroz Verde (Green Rice)
My sister’s Mother-in-Law made the absolute best Peruvian green rice. Although I never got her exact recipe, I found a similar recipe for Arroz Verde on Recipezar (now Food.com) a few years back. It was a staple around here for many years …until I went grain free. It’s probably the recipe I’ve played with the…
