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Seems coconut milk is growing in popularity, which is a good thing! However, canned coconut milk almost always contains Guar Gum, a potent source of saponins, which is a BAD thing, especially for anyone with autoimmune disease. So where can you find plain coconut milk, that is JUST coconut milk?   Right from the source- […]

Just a quick reminder to make sure that, on the rare occasion that you do encounter a healthy, Paleo snack on the road, at restaurant, in the coffee shop or anywhere- make sure you compliment the chef, the barista or the server! Imagine my surprised today when I stopped by the cafe @ Nordstrom for […]

Thought it would be timely to breach this subject, yet again, after receiving an email reminder to sign up for the 'Carbo Load Dinner' at the 1/2 Ironman I have this coming weekend. Just want to offer a reminder to all of you budding, and seasoned endurance athletes out there- you DON'T have to stray […]

Must share this tip I only just learned of: The next time you fancy an aged steak, but prefer not to pay the sometimes steep price, cook your meat after it's had a 30 minute freeze period… in the freezer!  I prepared a NY Strip for myself and my husband last night for dinner and […]

I practice what I preach… and here's the proof:  Make the time to prepare your healthy foods- and plenty of 'em.  Keep the ktichen and fridge stocked so that you, your kids, your spouse and grandma, too (you get the point) have their choice of healthy, Paleo options at their fingertips. Got a busy schedule? […]

Did you know you could make granita- a refreshing, frozen dessert… with JUST FRUIT? Throw your fave summer sweeties into a food processor- try peach, plum, nectarine, berries… just to list a few- and pulse until smooth.  Place in freezer-safe dish and cover with foil.  Freeze 2 -3 hours, stirring every 30 minutes with a […]

One of the most practical things I learned in culinary school is implementing the term 'Mise En Place"; literally 'putting in place'.   In other words, getting every little prep portion done before you actually cook.  Chop ALL the onions, dice all the garlic, press ALL the ginger, cut ALL the kale (of course- had […]

Certain ingredients in recipes are simple to adapt to Paleo.  Sauteed mushrooms in butter?  Use olive oil!  Breakfast smoothie made with dairy milk?  Try coconut water!  A vessel upon which to serve your favorite marinara?  Go with spaghetti squash instead of… spaghetti! What to do, though, in place of ingredients like bread crumbs, or corn […]

 Slice red delicious apples into thin wedges.  Toss with lemon juice to prevent oxidizing (browning). Sprinkle with cinnamon.   Doesn't get much easier than this!!

Buying your prawns or shrimp intact (shell on!) is not  only more cost effective, it renders a more tender and moister shrimp when cooking. However, if you've got a picky eater in the house, they might be put off by the messiness of having to peel their shrimp as they eat.  Technique tip to the […]