Blueberry Pudding Cake is a great recipe anytime you're in the mood for blueberries, fresh or frozen. Partner them with almond flour and the coconut cream concentrate known as coconut butter. Coconut butter is not the same thing as coconut oil or coconut milk. It's ground coconut meat, like almond butter, but smooth and creamy. It can be used as a spread or flavoring in many foods, and adds a nice sweetness to this cake. I use Honeyville ... Keep Reading >
Snacks and Treats
Dangerously Easy Coconut Oil Fudge
This easy coconut oil fudge is fast and tasty. It's loaded with healthy coconut oil that's easy to digest and good for your metabolism. I have served this at parties and people always ask for the recipe. When they hear there are only 5 ingredients (and no cooking) it's a rush to write it down. Gluten free, sugar free, dairy free. Give it a try but lock it up so it doesn't disappear all at once. This recipe makes thin squares of fudge. If ... Keep Reading >
Paleo To-Go! Packed Lunch Ideas for School or Work
Keep good food portable with these Paleo packed lunch ideas for school or work! I carry Paleo To-Go meals whenever I leave home. It's more affordable to take my own food and I know what I'm eating is safe. Here's over 70 dips, salads, soups, breads, veggies and entrees to make a variety of packed lunches for school or work. Enjoy! How to Pack Your Lunch For soups and stews, you need a good insulated container to keep food hot until lunch time. ... Keep Reading >
50+ Paleo Gelatin and Collagen Recipes
Paleo Gelatin and Collagen recipes in abundance! Collagen and gelatin are unique foods playing an important role in Ancestral Diets, containing amino acids that balance high methionine in meat. Get gelatin in homemade bone broth or by purchasing gelatin or collagen powders or broth online. There's more detail in this post about the many benefits of gelatin. Study up! Help treat Leaky Gut, poor skin and hair, and a huge variety of auto-immune ... Keep Reading >
How To Make A Low Carb Smoothie Bowl
Make a Low Carb Smoothie Bowl! Beautiful smoothies thick with your favorite toppings for crunch or a burst of flavor. Rich in nutrients, they can make a great snack or breakfast if you cut the carbs and add extra protein. Is Your Smoothie Really a Sugar Bomb? Most smoothies, even "Paleo" Smoothies, rely heavily on juice and fruit. That's not a balanced meal. It's a Sugar Bomb! Even with protein powder and a few nuts it's still mostly ... Keep Reading >
Strawberry Coconut Paleo Popsicles
Strawberry Coconut Paleo Popsicles These creamy paleo popsicles are a cool delicious snack without added sugar or juice! Made only with full-fat coconut milk and a little fruit, these satisfy both hunger and sweet cravings. Coconut milk contains special fats called Medium Chain Triglycerides (MCTs) which can be used for energy and to boost metabolism. MCT's are easy to digest and a great option if you have no gall bladder. I used canned ... Keep Reading >
Unsweetened Cocoa Powder and Paleo Hot Cocoa
Looking for unsweetened cocoa powder? While I don't encourage my clients at the Diet and Health Center to eat chocolate in their Paleo Recipes, I know it happens anyway in some households. So here's the scoop... Buy Unsweetened Cocoa Powder, "Natural Process", preferably organic or Fair Trade. There are three types: Natural Process, Alkalized (Dutch Process) and Super-Alkalized (black). The Natural Process has not had alkalizers added to it ... Keep Reading >
Paleo Pumpkin Pudding
I love pumpkin and I love pudding. This egg-free Paleo pumpkin pudding makes a super-easy snack, dessert or side dish. It has all the flavors of a good pumpkin pie but without the time, energy, and effort of making a pie! Have a serving of protein with it and it makes a meal. How about Pumpkin Pudding and cold roast chicken or turkey? Or a pasture-raised pork chop? This recipe uses gelatin or collagen instead of eggs, which is especially ... Keep Reading >
Gluten Free Paleo Zucchini Muffins
These gluten-free Paleo Zucchini Muffins provide plenty of protein, fat, and non-starchy carbs all in one tasty handful. Freshness and quality makes a huge difference in a simple recipe like this. Upgrade this to a whole new taste level by choosing the best butter, cinnamon, eggs and honey. It's a great way to convince folks that real food tastes better and is worth the extra investment. One of the benefits of almond flour is ... Keep Reading >