Paleo Daube de Boeuf (Beef Stew)

The addition of some dried Porcini mushrooms, fresh Thyme, a Bay leaf or two and some red wine can impart depth and layers to the already delicious flavor template that exists from the beef itself! Saute cubed, grass fed beef in olive oil (must say it again- in the words of Julia Child- make sure […]

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Technique- Peeling Ginger

One of the lovely things about Paleo eating is that our palates, fresh from the removal of loads of additives and excessive salts & sugars, can so much more enjoy the flavors of spices, herbs and… FOOD, sometimes in its simplest state! Learning to incorporate many subtle to intense flavors is but one of the […]

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Coconut & Ginger Shrimp

Saute some fresh ginger and garlic in some organic coconut oil over medium heat in your cast iron skillet. Turn off the heat, cover the pan and let sit for about 10' while you steam or saute up some of your favourite leafy greens! Use shell on shrimp (like skin- on poultry, this will elicit […]

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Fast Food? As In, A Meal YOU Can Make Quickly!

Last night, I threw together a lovely meal after a long day of work.  My husband was out of town; even though I was going to dine solo, there's no need to lower the cooking and presentation standard that I hold so high! I seared some bone in, skin on free range, organic chicken breast […]

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What Foods Help Fight Inflammation?

A reader recently send an inquiry asking about which foods in particular would be indicated to fight inflammation. The answer? ALL of the Paleo foods when following a proper Paleo diet will collectively fight inflammation. Since foods that cause inflammation are not part of the paleo diet, including grains, legumes and dairy, by eating the […]

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Remember the McDonald’s Runner?

A post I did a few weeks back about a runner who chooses to eat only items (sorry, I can't call them food) from McDonald's as part of his mission to raise funds for charity, ran his last marathon with a time of 2:36. Obviously an impressive time, and done with good intentions… BUT if […]

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Need A “Hearty” Accompaniment for Your Stew?

Thinking mashed potatoes? Think again, as in cauliflower puree! Tonight, for example, I'm hosting a dinner party and will be serving a braised beef dish on this cold, rainy day.  Along with my sauteed greens & salad, (of course), I'll be serving a dish made of steamed cauliflower, which I pureed, then added some whipped […]

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A Possibly Paleo Friendly BAR

After my post about what 'bars' were OK to eat on the Paleo Diet, a reader brought my attention to another possible option: The Tanka Bar! The idea appealed to me straight away- bison with cranberry; LOVE the sweet/savory combination! A quick review of the label showed: Buffalo, Dried Cranberries (cranberries, sugar), Sea Salt, Red […]

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